Engine suddenly dies while driving

Tiny
SAI RERREF
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  • 2002 HONDA CIVIC
  • 1.7L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 150,000 MILES
Hi, sometimes when I drive the car the engine will just die. And I will have to restart the car again. What would be the cause of this?
Monday, December 12th, 2016 AT 12:26 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Hey SAI,

It sounds like the crankshaft angle sensor is going out, you will need to do some more checking such as does the engine have spark and fuel pressure to help pinpoint the problem. Most of the time it is the sensor or the fuel pump.

Here are some guide to help you find the problem.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/crankshaft-angle-sensor-replacement

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-fuel-system-pressure-and-regulator

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-cranks-but-wont-start

Please run some tests and get back to us so we can continue helping you.

Best, Ken

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Monday, December 12th, 2016 AT 4:04 PM
Tiny
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I just got my crank angle sensor replaced twice cause the mechanic thought that was the problem but the car still seems to have the same problem.
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Monday, December 12th, 2016 AT 4:18 PM
Tiny
KEN L
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Okay, we need to see if the engine has spark and fuel to narrow down the problem.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-an-ignition-system

Please let us know happens so it will help others.

Best, Ken
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Monday, December 12th, 2016 AT 4:20 PM

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