If the engine vibrates and dies when he hits the brakes and dies when you put it in gear, it sounds like a transmission problem. Just for the heck of it, take it to a trans mechanic. Something tells me there is a problem with the torque converter not releasing. It is almost like stopping a car with a standard transmission without pushing in the clutch.
BEFORE TAKING IT, let me know if the check engine light is on.
Joe
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Wednesday, January 6th, 2010 AT 10:41 PM