Engine stalls while driving?

Tiny
FOUNDIT407
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  • 1995 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
  • V8
  • 2WD
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  • 187,000 MILES
Pick up was running very poorly. It would die at stop signs if you didn't put it in neutral
replaced fuel filter, spark plugs and wires, 02 sensor ran injector cleaner through gas tank. Distributor and rotor running better now it stays running but it acts like its going in neutral while driving. Once this happens you can turn the truck off re-start it and go some more. Will do this every few miles.
Monday, December 7th, 2009 AT 1:37 PM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Has the check engine light come on? This sounds like a trans module or shift solenoid problem. This guide should help us fix it

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-stalls

Please run down this guide and report back.
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Saturday, August 10th, 2019 AT 3:59 PM
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Your problem sounds like one I had on my 2003 gmc.I took it to shop and they put it on machine and it said all was fine(see even diagnostics can`t detect all problems). They told me it was either throttle body or fuel sensor switch(which on gmc is all one unit)I replaced throttle body and that fixed my problem also some other problems like hard shifting, surgeing when cruise on and shutting down(controle panel would say reduced power mode)and cut power, stop vehicle shut it off and start back up would run fine for bit then do it all over again.I hope this helps. The tech said that chevy and gmc are bad about this. Bad thing is I think trans shift modual is located in the throttle body($350)
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Saturday, August 10th, 2019 AT 3:59 PM
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ARTHURDMAX
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Truck had tune up had 44k or k44 run thru to clean out engine, was told dont think its the fuel pump, but it dies when shifted must keep foot on the gas pedal at all times. If have any ideas let me know
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Thursday, September 10th, 2020 AT 2:40 PM (Merged)
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CHEVY57350
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I am currently having the same problem with the same model truck. I have cleaned out the throttle body entirely and put new gaskets. I replaced the throttle position sensor, and I still have that problem. Also changed the fuel filter. My pump is running fine. I have no clue so far, but I guess I'll let you know if I figure it out.
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Thursday, September 10th, 2020 AT 2:40 PM (Merged)
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I'm going to try the map sensor next, and if that doesn't work, I'll try the ECM. I'm hoping the map sensor works. You can test to see if you need to replace any of these, but I can't because I don't have the equipment. I'll let you know if the map sensor works tomorrow.
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Thursday, September 10th, 2020 AT 2:40 PM (Merged)
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OMALEY29
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I have a 1990 Chevy silverado K1500 4x4 with 350 tbi. I have same problem its runs rough but stalls out in any gear. I have changed

Idle air control
Throttle posit sensor
Egr
Plugs wires cap rotor
Fuel pump and sending unit(forgot about ground and broke it)
Fuel filter
Fuel injector and fuel pressure regulator
Bought new Map sensor today lets pray. Also bought a good digital multimeter star testing connectors.
DID YOU EVER FIX YOURS?
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Thursday, September 10th, 2020 AT 2:40 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Same issue here what did your problem end up being? I have changed the TPS sensor, injectors, fuel regulator, plugs, wires, cap, rotor, coil, runs/idles strong but then put into gear and it stalls out. Any ideas would be great thanks. 1990 Chevy Silverado 350 V8 5.0L
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Thursday, September 10th, 2020 AT 2:40 PM (Merged)
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EARL17
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Hello this is the exact problem with my brothers 1995 Chevy k 1500 extended cab did anyone ever find out that the problem was if so please let me know its driving me crazy not being able to fix it.
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Thursday, September 10th, 2020 AT 2:40 PM (Merged)
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CMCHEVY
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Im stuck. My motor stalls out of nowhere in my truck while driving and ideling randomly. I put a new ground on my battery and checked it, new fuel filter, alternator and catalytic converter. After it stalls the service engine soon light comes on and the motor surges and shifts late if I turn the truck off for awhile and turn it back on the service engine light turns off and the truck runs great. Im going to do the plugs and wires but after that not sure where to go from there. If anybody has any ideas would be much appreciated thankyou.
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Thursday, September 10th, 2020 AT 2:40 PM (Merged)
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Scan the computer for code/s-start here-let me know what you find
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Thursday, September 10th, 2020 AT 2:40 PM (Merged)
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CMCHEVY
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Ok thanks will try tommorow
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Thursday, September 10th, 2020 AT 2:40 PM (Merged)
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CMCHEVY
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Ok I scanned the computer and got a code 24 it says vehical speed sensor or open or short circuit problems it started doing this after I put new ends on my battery cables the alternator wire is spliced maybe that don't know I'm going to recheck everything tonight
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Thursday, September 10th, 2020 AT 2:40 PM (Merged)
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CMCHEVY
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Ok truck is still doing the same thing now I have a code 42 im lost says est or a few other things not sure what to do now
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Thursday, September 10th, 2020 AT 2:40 PM (Merged)
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Test the coil, distributor pick coil and the ignition control module-
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Thursday, September 10th, 2020 AT 2:40 PM (Merged)
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CMCHEVY
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I took out the ignition module had it tested and it passed. Im not sure how to test the coil or the pickup coil the truck also started leaking coolant not sure from where all of a sudden dont know if its related. Also I took a look at the knock sensor the wire seemed fine but the wire that y's out to the starter is fried not sure what thats about either Im thinking about putting a whole new distributor, cap and rotor if that does not solve the problem I think im over my head.
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Thursday, September 10th, 2020 AT 2:40 PM (Merged)
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THOM BARONI
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My silverado k-1500 z-71 (1995) is shuting down when I put it into gear. It also will stop running if I turn on the lights or turn on the turn signal. I have changed the fuel filter and the injectors are working fine. Does this sound like the fuel pump? The battery is also strong.
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Thursday, September 10th, 2020 AT 2:40 PM (Merged)
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If system voltages are ok, I don't why turning on the headlamps would kill it. I'd have to be sure battery has a full charge, use a dmm. Also, check all battery connections coming and going from battery. Check charging system. Fusible links, where applicable.
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Thursday, September 10th, 2020 AT 2:40 PM (Merged)
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OHIO HUNTER
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1995 Chevy Silverado wants to keep stalling when driving what could this be?
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Thursday, September 10th, 2020 AT 2:41 PM (Merged)
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So it wants to stall while your just driving down the road?Also any codes in the computer?
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Thursday, September 10th, 2020 AT 2:41 PM (Merged)
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OHIO HUNTER
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Yes just wants to stall have not got any code reads on it yet just got the truck
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