1999 Dodge Avenger Lost power while driving

KYMUSTANG75

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1999 DODGE AVENGER
6 CYL
2WD
AUTOMATIC
173,000 MILES

I have a 1999 avenger, and it just seemed to loose all power while driving, just like someone just turned off the key. It does crank, but does not want to fire up. I have replaced the distributor, the crank sensor, and the ignition switch. The fuel pump I think is ok, what else could be the problem?

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JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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I would recommend checking fuel pump pressure. If you need directions, let me know. Also, have you checked the catalytic converter to determine if it is plugging?

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Tuesday, October 5th, 2010 AT 8:15 AM

KYMUSTANG75

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Thanks for your response. Yes, I would like to know how to check for these things to see if that could be my problem. Thank you.

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Tuesday, October 5th, 2010 AT 12:51 PM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Here are the directions. You will need a fuel pressure gauge. Most parts stores will lend or rent them.

https://www.2carpros.com/how_to/how_to_check_fuel_pressure.htm

Let me know what you find.

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Tuesday, October 5th, 2010 AT 1:34 PM

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Happened to me before too and it stinks. Try looking at your fuses under the hood by the battery. Check the engine fuse, and if its that replace it, and if it happens again you may want to look into replacing your egr valve. Fuse takes seconds but egr valve may take a couple hours. Let me know what you find out.

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Tuesday, November 2nd, 2010 AT 11:40 AM