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i cant tell whats wrong with my car
1995 GEO PRIZM
145,000 MILES
REDBOONE21
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it starts but when i put it in reverse or drive it shuts off
Mar 31, 2012 at 5:39 AM
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KHLOW2008
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41,812 POSTS
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.
Mar 31, 2012 at 6:11 AM
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