my car will just out of nowhere shut off

2002 DODGE NEON
165,000 MILES
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MICHAEL BAKER
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Every so often when I pull up to a red light or stop sign my car will just out of no where shut off. I don’t have a hole lot of money so I trying to narrow down the problem.
Apr 8, 2020 at 4:02 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

It could be a few things. Most commonly, it is an engine vacuum leak. First, take a look through this link to see if it helps:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/stall-at-idle

Also, I would start by checking for engine vacuum leaks. Here is a link that explains how it is done:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-an-engine-vacuum-gauge

Let me know if any of that helps and what you find. If you have other questions, let me know.

Take care,
Joe
May 7, 2021 at 12:17 PM
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