While driving it will just shut off and will not start

Tiny
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  • 1999 HONDA ACCORD
  • 6 CYL
  • FWD
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  • 126,000 MILES
Will not stay started. While driving it will just shut off and I either have to adjust the key in the ignition or worse hold the key in the ignition while driving so it won't shut off on me.
Tuesday, January 4th, 2011 AT 4:41 PM

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Tiny
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Hello,

This issue could be due to a faulty top dead center sensor.
Over time heat and vibration from the engine can cause it to lose its internal calibration. This will cause it to send faulty data to the ECM. This can trigger a shutdown.
After the engine stall you may or may not be able to start it back up.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/symptoms-of-a-bad-crankshaft-sensor
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/crankshaft-angle-sensor-replacement

This issue sometimes triggers the check engine light. Is your check engine light illuminated?
If so scanning and retrieving the code(s) can help with the diagnostics.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

I have attached diagrams for your reference.

Please let me know if you have any questions.
Thank you.
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