Need help with 1990 volvo 240

1990 VOLVO 240
19,200 MILES
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ALLEN 77
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Car dies out randomly while driving but starts back up with check engine light on also burns oil any help is appreciated thank you in advance
May 28, 2012 at 2:59 PM
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KHLOW2008
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Get a scan done to check for truble codes. An error has been detected and it could throw a light on th cause of the engine stalling.

As to burning oil, that could mean bad valve seals or piston rings.
May 28, 2012 at 3:05 PM
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ALLEN 77
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Thank you
May 28, 2012 at 3:30 PM
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