Car stalling

Tiny
MICRA2002
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  • 2002 NISSAN MARCH
  • 1.2L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 172,000 MILES
My car starts well but stalls unless I give it some gas. After giving it plenty of gas it idles well. I wonder if you could help me fix. Thanks a million for helping me install my serpentine belt. I really appreciate your help guys.
Wednesday, May 31st, 2017 AT 8:12 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Hello,

One of two things comes to mind the first is a vacuum leak or the air intake boot is torn here are some guide to help you check for the problem.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/replace-an-air-intake-boot

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-an-engine-vacuum-gauge

Here is a basic guide for stalling at idle.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/stall-at-idle

Lets also run the codes to see if there are any.

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

Please run some tests and get back to us so we can continue helping you.

Cheers, Ken
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Wednesday, May 31st, 2017 AT 1:16 PM

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