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Stalls while driving

Tiny
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  • 1998 HONDA CRV
  • 180,000 MILES
The engine just cuts off. It is so random! Our mechanic has no clue about it. There are no "check engine lights" on so he can't diagnose it. It usually starts right back up but now it is taking longer to start up. I am scared to drive it now. I was stuck on the side of the road yesterday with my 5 year old until it decided to start again.
I have a brand new battery new transmission any thoughts would really be appreciated.
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Wednesday, December 19th, 2012 AT 3:28 PM

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Tiny
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I have seen the distributor cause this issue, here is instructions on how to change it out for a rebuilt unit. Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know what happens.
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Wednesday, March 17th, 2021 AT 12:13 PM
Tiny
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Could any of these be part of the issue?

Safety Recall: Ignition Switch
(Supersedes 02-031, dated August 2002)

BACKGROUND
Electrical contacts in the ignition switch can wear
prematurely due to high electrical current passing
through the switch. Worn-out ignition contacts could
cause the engine to stall without warning. Although the
engine will restart in most cases, a vehicle that stalls
while driving increases the risk of a crash.

Or the Alternator?
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Wednesday, March 17th, 2021 AT 12:13 PM
Tiny
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Our mechanic has has it for 2 days so I got the car back and did what you said the distributor got it from Amazon for $134.00 the car has never run better.
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Wednesday, March 17th, 2021 AT 12:13 PM
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Glad you could get it fixed, that kind of problem can be tough. Please use 2CarPros anytime we are here to help.
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