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Car dies at idle
Ok guys, this has got me puzzled. My 97 dies at idle, such as if im stopped at a redlight or such. It always starts right back up. The fuel pump has pressure and hold pressure to spec. The IAC has been replaced. Plugs & wires replaced not long ago. What else could it be? Something in the PCM? Has anyone else had this happen to them? Car has over 100k on it.
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automatic transmission? Does it die every time you stop? What if you shift to neutral before you stop, does it still die?2000 Camaro 3.8 v6 M5
Flowmaster 80 series muffler, B&M ripper shifter, SLP grille
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Check the vac. lines. Esp. the one on the pass. side of the TB. Its known to pop off from time to time.08' L76 6.0L 4X4 Chevy EXT.Cab LTZ Vortec MAX with Snug top cover, Dynomax exhaust,Hptuners& K&N intake
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Yes, it is an auto. Doesnt die everytime. Shifting to neutral only helps if I keep giving it gas. Sometimes it spits and sputters and wants to die, but I'll give it more gas and it will even out. Things got me beat and po'd!Originally posted by Andy H View PostComment
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ok, well that shoots my theory. I'll let ya know if I can think of anything else. But def. check your vacuum lines like ssms5411 said.2000 Camaro 3.8 v6 M5
Flowmaster 80 series muffler, B&M ripper shifter, SLP grille
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I'm just about ready to torch this thing!Last edited by CrucialOne; 10-08-2008, 11:46 AM.Comment
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How about the EGR? That will cause stalling at idle.... and many times on deceleration too. Giving it gas will keep it going. If there is no SES light though, it's going to be hard to test the EGR since it's probably electronic.2002 Silver Firebird A4<br />T-Tops, Leather, Y87, W68, Chrome Wheels<br />Bone StockComment
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No engine light and no codes.Comment
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Not setting a code doesn't necessarily mean there isn't a problem. A set code confirms a problem, but the absence of a code does not mean a problem is not there. It just means that the computer is not picking it up for some reason. You could try checking other posts on here that discuss the EGR blockoff plate. Disconnecting the EGR will of course turn on the light and set a code, but if it fixes your stalling problem, then you've found the culprit. Then you just get a new EGR valve. But you need to be sure because they are very expensive.2002 Silver Firebird A4<br />T-Tops, Leather, Y87, W68, Chrome Wheels<br />Bone StockComment
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Or just say screw it and take it to the dealer for a diagnosis. Then you can decide if it's easy enough to fix yourself.2002 Silver Firebird A4<br />T-Tops, Leather, Y87, W68, Chrome Wheels<br />Bone StockComment
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Go have it scanned; even if there's not a light, it may be throwing a code. Have you checked the MAF?~97 3.8L V6 Camaro~
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I scanned it, but its not showing a code or any stored codes. Im thinking TPS or EGR, but not sure. Think I'll just hold off an screw with it this weekend.Comment
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I'm getting an intermittent misfire right now that causes my car to shut off occasionally at idle. I think my issue is a coil. even though I usually don't get a code. You may want to get yours checked out along with your injectors.1997 Camaro, Y87 Perf. Package, iRotor Drilled & Slotted Brakes, Bilstien Shocks, Custom drive shaft, K&N Filter, & Mobil 1 synthetic. 202+K miles and still drives like new.<br />-If you can\'t stomp \'em in the straights, kill \'em in the corners...Comment
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Might be a good idea.Comment
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