Truck stalls out when decelerating

1998 MAZDA B2300
91,000 MILES • 2.3L • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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B2300
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After driving 30 plus minutes my truck stalls out when coming to a stop sign or light. I can restart the truck but after a few restarts the engine kicks knocks and completely shuts off. It will restart about an hour later but the same cycle begins.
Sep 20, 2019 at 2:56 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good afternoon,

I would check the fuel pressure during the time it will not start to see if the fuel pump is working.

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

Fuel Pressure Specifications:

Engine running or key on .................... 64 +/- 8 psi

Engine off .................... 64 +/- 8 psi

I would also check for spark as well. Make sure it has spark while cranking.

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

If you have any starter fluid, try spraying it into the air filter and see if it starts and stalls.

Roy
Sep 20, 2019 at 3:03 PM
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