The car stalls while driving?

2006 FORD GHIA
220 MILES • 4 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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When I'm driving the stalls down even if I try to accelerate then it picks up again as if the petrol is blocked.
Aug 12, 2023 at 4:06 AM
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This sounds like the crankshaft angle sensor is going out, we should run the codes though to see what comes up.

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

And this guide can help as well:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-stalls

This video will show you how to change the crankshaft sensor out:

https://youtu.be/_xoGyRrHYbM

Check out the images (below). Please let us know what happens.
Aug 12, 2023 at 3:39 PM
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