engine starts but then it stalls

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ROSA
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I have a weird problem. When starting the engine after driving it for an hour, the engine starts but then it stalls. For example, after work, I drive home. No problem starting the car at work. When I get home, I turn off the engine. After 20 - 30 minutes, I start the car again. This time, it seems like it's having a hard time to start. It sputters and sometimes it dies. When it dies, I try to start again and it starts. At this point, I can hear cranking sounds in the engine. I am able to drive fine, and no problem with stopping the car. It's just that I hear that weird sound.

I have no problem starting the car in the morning.

Again, this problem only occurs when I start the car 20 - 30 minutes after I've driven for a long time (an hour, 35 km).

I had my alternator and battery changed a year ago. The engine light is on.

Any ideas on what could be causing this?

Thanks!
Mar 7, 2006 at 8:55 AM
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FISHERMAN
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ok then you have to retrieve the codes stored on your computer, that way you will know what the problem is, when a sensor fails, the computer store the info.

Here is a guide to help you

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

find a place where they can scan your car computer, or if you want you can buy a cheap scanner visit amazon.

in some auto parts rent those scanners ask there.
May 18, 2017 at 4:31 AM
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ROSA
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Thanks for the reply.

I meant to say that the engine light is on before I actually start the car.
But when the car starts, the engine light is not on anymore.

Hope this is clear.

Sorry for the confusion and thanks again fisherman. :wink:
May 18, 2017 at 4:31 AM
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FISHERMAN
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dont worry!
how abot the level of fluids?
Oil, Water, transmission, brakes..
when was the las time you do a tune-up to your motor?
the temperature neddle its about 3/8 from the bottom?
what kind of noise it came from the engine?
metal to metal... rubber... knocking?

how long has been doing that?
May 18, 2017 at 4:31 AM
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CADI1998JAZ
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I have the exact same problem as ROSA.It's been suggested that the crankshaft sensor is the culprit.I had'nt got to a shop yet.Any other thoughts on this.
May 18, 2017 at 4:31 AM
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HMAC300
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scan for codes auto parts does for free then check fuel pressure with a gauge auto parts rent it. you may need an adapter for that. see link.
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-fuel-system-pressure-and-regulator
May 18, 2017 at 4:32 AM
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