Car turning off

2006 NISSAN MAXIMA
160,000 MILES • 3.0L • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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FARHAN21499
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My car is turning off automatically while idling for first minute or more in drive gear or gear in neutral position.
What is cause of this problem?
Dec 16, 2017 at 4:24 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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There is a coolant sensor that detects engine temperature and when cold will command more fuel to keep it running until normal temperature is reached. If it is not working correctly it will cause this condition. If you have a scan tool you can monitor this sensor.

Also, the throttle body has a plate that gets carboned up over time. It needs to be cleaned periodically. You need to remove the hose to the throttle body and use a cleaner on the plate and the body itself.

If you can, try these procedures and report back to us with your results.

Roy
Dec 17, 2017 at 8:06 AM
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FARHAN21499
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Hi

Actually I bought this car used from someone
Thanks for the guide and the problem is solved now.
The throttle body connection point from two sides rings were lose after tighting it problem solved.
Dec 17, 2017 at 3:59 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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good find. Glad it is fixed.

Roy
Dec 17, 2017 at 4:40 PM
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