Engine idle stall

85,000 MILES • 3.0L • V6 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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SPITFIRE13
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i recently had my alternator replace and i was sitting at a stop light when the light turned green and my car just suddenly stalled. the engine wouldn't turn over but all the electronics like dashboard radio light still worked. Approximately 2 to 5 minutes went by and the car started right back up as if nothing happened. i am just wondering what could be the cause or at least what i should be taking a look at to find the problem?
Oct 9, 2019 at 5:02 AM
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BMDOUBLE
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I would start by checking the battery connections and remove the terminals to verify there is no corrosion under them, If there is corrosion just clean it with a battery terminal cleaner or whatever you have available to ensure that there is a good clean connection. Here is guide that will help: https://www.2carpros.com/articles/everything-goes-dead-when-engine-is-cranked
Oct 9, 2019 at 6:05 AM
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