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VishNub
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So, in part two of my new car costing me money, I have the following problem.
1995 Olds 88. 23,000 miles.
Basically, the other day I was driving to practice the car stalled itwice n the middle of the road while I was driving. The first time I was stopped at a light, and I had just turned the AC up a little bit. The second time I was going over a speedbump. Basically, I put it back in park, and turned it right back on both times, so it's not too bad, but having the car stall out while moving seems pretty dangerous, and I want to have it fixed. Any idea what could be wrong? And then how much it might cost to fix?
1995 Olds 88. 23,000 miles.
Basically, the other day I was driving to practice the car stalled itwice n the middle of the road while I was driving. The first time I was stopped at a light, and I had just turned the AC up a little bit. The second time I was going over a speedbump. Basically, I put it back in park, and turned it right back on both times, so it's not too bad, but having the car stall out while moving seems pretty dangerous, and I want to have it fixed. Any idea what could be wrong? And then how much it might cost to fix?
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I think so. I'm fairly sure.
*Check the owner's manual.
*Pop the hood. Look around the engine area; is there anything labeled "fuel injector?"
Let me know if that's too technical; I'll try to simplify it for you. :P
It really only has 23,000 miles even though it's twelve years old? Do you know if it's had any work done on the fuel system? Maybe it's worth replacing the fuel filter before you take it into the shop for a closer look?
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It sounds to me like it could be loose wiring to the ignition assembly, signified by the stall when going over the speed bump. Does it ever stall when on flat road (without you fiddling with the A/C)?
It's only happened those two times. I got a ride back from where I was going because I decided driving around during rush hour with a car that died was dangerous, and then then I drive it back here a day later with no problems.
I haven't driven it since.
I'm not sure what service it has had. I haven't done anything since I got it, so I was actually going to tell them to do the whole deal.
I would say no to the jumpy.
There may be a problem with your ignition relay or something like that, but if it only happens every once in a while it will be VERY difficult for a mechanic to diagnose it.
You could try this: Go get in the car and start it up, and have a friend press down (hard) on the bumper to simulate a speed bump. If this stalls the engine, then you can replicate that at a shop and have them figure it out.