1991 Chevy Cavalier car dies after it runs a while,but star

139,787 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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MOEKIDD
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my car runs well but dies after it runs a short time while in drive but starts everytime i put it back in park
let it sit and it repeats the process ?
Aug 31, 2009 at 6:45 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Next time it dies out do below immediately don't wait

Disconnect a sparkplug wire or 2 and ground it to the engine -have helper crank engine over-do you have a snapping blue spark? If so-you have a fuel related problem, check the fuel pressure to rule out the fuel filter/fuel pump/pressure regulator and listen to the injector/s are they pulsing or hook up a noid light. No snapping blue spark continue to troubleshoot the ignition system-power input to the coil/coil packs,coil's resistances,cap and rotor /distributor pick-up coil, ignition control module, ECM,Ignitor cam and crank sensors- Note: If it doesn't apply disregard it
Aug 31, 2009 at 7:05 AM
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