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Car stalls out upon stopping?

Tiny
WAGONBRO33
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  • 1988 CHEVROLET CAVALIER
  • 2.0L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 106,000 MILES
Hi all

My car listed above seems to jerk a little when slowing down, almost as if it’s racing to get down into 1st before the car stops, and when it does come to a stop the engine kills. The only way to keep the engine running upon stopping is if I don’t apply the brakes to stop and I just allow the car to very slowly coast to a stop. If it shuts off, I have to start the car back up and allow it to idle for a second before shifting into drive. If I shift it into drive before allowing the car to idle down to normal, the engine will shut off again. Any ideas? TIA
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Friday, May 26th, 2023 AT 12:02 PM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

Oftentimes, this type of issue is caused by engine vacuum leaks. Have you checked for leaks? If not, start with this.

Here is a link that explains how to locate and repair a leak:

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

If you are unable to find a leak, scan the computer for codes. This vehicle has an OBD1 system and doesn't require a scan tool to retrieve codes. All you need is a short jumper wire or even a paper clip.

Here is a link that explains how it's done, do this and let me know what you find:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/buick-cadillac-chevy-gmc-oldsmobile-pontiac-gm-1983-1995-obd1-code-definitions-and-retrieval-method

Let me know what you find.

Take care,

joe
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Friday, May 26th, 2023 AT 11:53 PM

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