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2002 Dodge Stratus dies when idling

Tiny
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  • 2002 DODGE STRATUS
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 60,000 MILES
My son's car died yesterday when idling. We were able to get it home by applying gas while braking all the way here. Any suggestions?
Sunday, June 1st, 2008 AT 11:31 AM

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Tiny
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Is the check engine light on? If so pull codes. Your local Auto Zone or similar will do it for free.

Sound like it could be your Idle Air Control Valve or the Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor.
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Tuesday, June 3rd, 2008 AT 7:02 PM
Tiny
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I took it to a mechanic. He called it a *coker* and said it was the throttle cable(?) That needed cleaning. He cleaned it up and sent us on our way. Thanks for the answer and maybe the solution will be helpful to others.
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Tuesday, June 3rd, 2008 AT 8:18 PM

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