Car stalling at low RPM's

Tiny
COBALTOWNER82
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  • 2005 CHEVROLET COBALT
  • 2.0L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 120,000 MILES
So, I am having this problem with my engine stalling at low rpm's. The rpm's goes to zero and the engine shuts off.

This only happens when travelling at low speeds (e.G. Slowly accelerating from a stop, braking, moving in stop and go traffic).

This never happens when I am travelling above ten mph (e.G. If I am coasting at forty mph and let my foot off the gas, the rpm's can go down to five hundred rpm's but it will never stall in this case).

After the stall, I can always put the car in park, turn the ignition and it will turn back on again.

I have not noticed any electrical problems that occur when this happens (the radio stays on during the stall and the lights do not dim).

My car was part of that Chevrolet ignition switch recall, but I took it to the dealership which (hopefully) repaired it.

Any input would be most appreciated!
Friday, September 23rd, 2016 AT 7:06 PM

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Tiny
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With the AC on does it still stall at idle?
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Saturday, September 24th, 2016 AT 1:17 AM
Tiny
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It stalls whether or not the AC is on.
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Saturday, September 24th, 2016 AT 12:01 PM
Tiny
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Have you had the computer scanned for codes yet?
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Saturday, September 24th, 2016 AT 12:06 PM

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