1999 Chevrolet Lumina Car dies

Tiny
NLOFFREDO
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  • 1999 CHEVROLET LUMINA
  • 196,000 MILES
I replaced the starter 2 days ago. Now the car dies while I am driving. Codes said camshaft postion sensor and map sensor, I replaced them today. Codes cleared then came back with map sensor again but was just replaced. Still dies on me, tonight had to be towed home because I couldnt get it to start. The fuel pressure was good when checked. What could this be? I need help
Friday, May 31st, 2013 AT 9:01 PM

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Tiny
CARADIODOC
  • MECHANIC
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Diagnostic fault codes never say to replace parts. In fact, the sensors you referred to will only be defective about half of the time. There can also be mechanical and wiring problems to rule out first. You'll need a mechanic to diagnose the cause of the codes. There's a lot of different MAP sensor codes that mean different things. If yours was related to a pneumatic fault, check for a cracked or loose vacuum hose or some other vacuum leak. Also look for a leak anywhere in the fresh air tube between the mass air flow sensor and throttle body. The MAF and MAP have to agree. When they don't, the computer might mistake which one has the problem.
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Friday, May 31st, 2013 AT 10:00 PM

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