Idles rough stalls in gear

2001 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE
180,000 MILES • 2.4L • 4 CYL • AUTOMATIC
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DCOLLUMS
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I can get it to start and stay running all day long but the minute I put it in drive or reverse it bogs down and instantly the car shuts off.
Apr 21, 2019 at 5:19 AM
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SCGRANTURISMO
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Hello,

This sounds like it could be a problem with your fuel filter getting plugged. When the fuel leaves your vehicle's fuel tank it goes through a filter on the way to the engine. This filter will get plugged over time through normal wear and tear and is designed to be replaceable. In the diagrams below I have included the location and directions for the removal and installation of the fuel pump. It contains the fuel filter. I have also included a diagnostic troubleshooting list for you for your vehicles problem. I have also included a link for you to go to below.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-change-a-fuel-filter

Please go through these guides and get back to us with what you are able to find out.

Thanks,
Alex
2CarPros
Apr 21, 2019 at 10:15 PM