Engine Stalls and starts again after cooling down

2002 MERCEDES BENZ ML320
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MANMTL
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Hi,

I have been driving in the highway and the engine stalled and I had to pull over. Called the towing company but before the arrived, I was able to restart the engine (approximately after 20-30 min). Then I drove again and 10 min later the engine stalled again. When it cooled down, I was able to restart the engine. So it happened 3 times before I got home. The next morning the engine started with no problem but I did not risk driving.

What could be the cause?

Thank you
Jun 11, 2012 at 6:05 PM
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MANMTL
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Thank you for your expert advice. You were absolutely right. It turns out to be the crank sensor. Apparently it is a very common problem in the ML320 series.
Jun 12, 2012 at 2:31 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Your welcome-Thanks on the comeback with the CPS
Jun 12, 2012 at 2:42 PM
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