Car stalls when it at a complete stop

2013 CHEVROLET MALIBU
104,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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LEKESHIA BEASLEY
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When I come to a complete stop my car just cuts off , I have to put it in park or neutral at stop signs and stop light.
Jan 7, 2021 at 7:25 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good morning,

Does it start right back up?

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

Is the check engine light on? If it is, do you know the code?

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

The throttle body is a common issue for this. I would try cleaning it first.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/throttle-actuator-service

Roy
Jan 7, 2021 at 7:33 AM
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LEKESHIA BEASLEY
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No, check engine light is not on.
Jan 7, 2021 at 8:18 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Okay, then I would clean the throttle body.

Roy
Jan 7, 2021 at 8:38 AM
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LEKESHIA BEASLEY
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Thank you.
Jan 7, 2021 at 9:27 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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You are welcome.

Always glad to help.

Roy
Jan 7, 2021 at 9:36 AM