Tries to stall when accelerating and shifting into second gear

Tiny
ONETRY1972
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  • 2005 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER
  • 2.4L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • MANUAL
  • 162,000 MILES
When I take off mainly first and second gear it wants to stall. If I ease of the gas it is fine.
Saturday, November 10th, 2018 AT 5:59 PM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
  • MECHANIC
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Hi and thanks for using 2CarPros.com.

If the check engine light is on, scan the computer to determine diagnostic trouble codes. Many parts stores will do it for free. If you have a scanner, here is a quick video that shows it being done:

https://youtu.be/YV3TRZwer8k

If there are no codes, I question fuel pressure. To me, it sounds like a fuel pressure issue. That is the first thing I would suggest checking.

Here is a link that shows how it is done in general:

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

Here are the manufacturer's specs for required fuel pressure.

Fuel System Pressure .................... 400 ± 34 kPa (58 ± 5 psi)

Check that and let me know what you find. Also, in the link, it explains how to also check the fuel pressure regulator. Make sure you do that too.

Take care,
Joe

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