1988 Other Subaru Models Intermittent stalls

1988 SUBARU
225,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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YUJN
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XT with 2nd engine at 195,000 starts fine, then at a stop, stalls & dies, take a long time to restart. Other times works just fine. Engine light is on, but not a new thing, occasionally goes off. Mechanic says can't check out the engine, since the computer doesn't give any signal. Do I need to replace the engine computer, is that the problem.

Had a recent tune up, the wire harness was replaced, injector line hose clamp was loose and tightened. fuel induction cleaning, clean throttle body, clean idle air passages, perform top engine cleaning, install fuel injector treatment.
May 4, 2008 at 8:31 PM
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2CARPRO JACK
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Might want to try to find someone that is familiar with Subarus. It is possible to access the ECMs memory, it is just avery complicated procedure.If the light comes on, that is the ECM telling you there is a problem and it (check engine light) shouldnt be ignored
May 6, 2008 at 7:55 AM
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