1988 Chevy Caprice Engine Dies

1988 CHEVROLET CAPRICE
201,377 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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MW02865
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My car dies after a couple minutes of idling. When I am driving at around 50 mph, it sputters and acts like it wants to turn off. When I stop and sometimes when I make a turn the car just shuts off in the middle of the road. Anyone know what the problem is?
Jul 29, 2010 at 6:52 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Clean out the idle air control valve and EGR valve then test the throttle position and manifold absolute pressure sensors. Also check the fuel pressure
Jul 29, 2010 at 9:28 AM
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