Car shuts off

2006 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX
132,342 MILES • 3.8L • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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JUARAM
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When i am going to turn my car on it will, but it will turn off when i put the first gear.

Why does the screen says engine power reduce and it will not run more then 20 mph and then turns off?
Jul 4, 2016 at 7:21 AM
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HMAC300
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you need to have it scanned for codes try an auto parts they may be able to do it for free. If not a mechanic will need to the scan.
Jul 4, 2016 at 9:45 AM
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JUARAM
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I did, but they did not know what was the problem with it.
Jul 4, 2016 at 10:32 AM
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STRAILER
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Does it shut off as soon as you put it in gear? those cars had a problem with the torque converter failing apart which caused the engine to stall when in gear or shifting into first, does it stall if you put in neutral?

Please let us know

Best, Ken
Jul 5, 2016 at 9:27 AM
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