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1997 Dodge Van engine turns off

Tiny
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1997 Dodge Van All Wheel Drive Automatic 120000 miles

engine turns off while slowing way down or at a stop. Happened one time two days ago and 4 times yesterday. Engine has 120,000 miles. Recently, replaced alternator, battery, clutch behind radiator that holds belt.
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Monday, February 1st, 2010 AT 11:05 AM

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Tiny
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When the battery was disconnected, the engine computer lost its mind, ... Well, so to speak. It has to relearn "minimum throttle" before it will know when it has to be in control of idle speed. To meet the conditions for this to occur, drive at highway speed with the engine warmed up, then coast for at least seven seconds without touching the brake or gas pedals.

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