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I cant tell whats wrong with my car
REDBOONE21
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1995 GEO PRIZM
145,000 MILES
It starts but when I put it in reverse or drive it shuts off
Saturday, March 31st, 2012 AT 12:39 PM
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KHLOW2008
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If it is engine related, that would mean misfiring or a fault with the idling system.
Try increasing the engine rpm slightly and engaging the gears. If it does not stall, get the throttle body and IAC cleaned and retest.
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