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Topic: Just a little concerned about my stang...
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one00stang
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Hopefully you guys could help me out...i drive a '00 Mustang GT
I was driving down the freeway at about 70 MPH...I slowed down for the exit...all of a sudden, the engine died and the "engine" light came on...i was able to pull to the shoulder for stop...I had no clue what it was so i turned on the ignition again (not sure if that was a bright idea) and everything was fine and I drove off just fine...
This has happened to me twice within this past year...can someone fill me in why my engine would just die off all of a sudden while driving in the freeway at about 60-70 MPH..thanks ![[burnout]](graemlins/burnout.gif) ![[patriot]](graemlins/patriot.gif)
Posts: 382 | From: South Bay CA | Registered: Aug 2004
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blue88lx
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My car did the same thing....it endedup being the Coil!
Posts: 36 | From: Tracy | Registered: Jun 2003
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one00stang
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how'd you fix it?....
Posts: 382 | From: South Bay CA | Registered: Aug 2004
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Blind
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Originally posted by one00stang:
how'd you fix it?....
if a part is bad, it helps to replace it ![[Smile]](smile.gif)
my truck did the same thing, but did not restart, it was the coil.
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02 Harley F150, 15psi
Posts: 8521 | From: Fairfield | Registered: Jul 2003
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Joooestang66
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If I were you I'd replace things in this order:
1. Coil
2. MAF sensor
3. Spark Plugs
4. O2 Sensors
5. Oil, but not the filter
6. ECT
7. Spark Plugs Again
Just kidding, It seems like some people on this board think that way sometimes. Since it happens so infrequently it's obviously not a hard fault. Your CEL comes on anytime the key is on and the engine is not running, its when its not on when you have to be concerned. Id take it to your local dealer, just ask to check for DTC's (codes),
tell them what happened. You should be charged for an hour of labor and ask to have your PCM updated with the latest calibration. If there aren't any DTC's and PIDS are ok, usually a re-cal will fix the problem, assuming your car is still factory stock.
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"Don't Drive Faster Than your Guardian Angel Can Fly..... Well My Guardian Angel Can Fly Pretty Fuc*ing Fast!!!"
Posts: 581 | From: Elk Grove | Registered: May 2003
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Joooestang66
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And your 2000 GT has eight coils.
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"Don't Drive Faster Than your Guardian Angel Can Fly..... Well My Guardian Angel Can Fly Pretty Fuc*ing Fast!!!"
Posts: 581 | From: Elk Grove | Registered: May 2003
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Joooestang66
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And your 2000 GT has eight coils.can i help you
with anything else
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"Don't Drive Faster Than your Guardian Angel Can Fly..... Well My Guardian Angel Can Fly Pretty Fuc*ing Fast!!!"
Posts: 581 | From: Elk Grove | Registered: May 2003
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getjobdone
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when i had mine it did the same thing. it was usually when i was going from high rpms and would push in the clutch. the rpms would drop real fast and just turn off. it happened when i would stop w/o downshifting. in order to keep the rpms from dropping all the way to 0 i would just give it a little gas if it looked like it would shut off.
-chris
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Posts: 677 | From: east bay,ca | Registered: Jul 2004
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JohnB
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Your check engine light IS going to come on anytime the engine shuts down with the key on. ![[Roll Eyes]](rolleyes.gif)
The problem lies in your MAF, or the tubing going to/from the unit. Clean the MAF, check all connections and tighten all clamps.
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2012 F150 Raptor
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Posts: 6523 | From: Orlando FL/Redding CA | Registered: Mar 2002
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2fstfru
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Originally posted by JohnB:
Your check engine light IS going to come on anytime the engine shuts down with the key on.
The problem lies in your MAF, or the tubing going to/from the unit. Clean the MAF, check all connections and tighten all clamps.
John is right I had the same problem when i had my 2000 Gt. Make sure you mass air is tighten up and cleaned on the inside.
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SPEED KILLS!....Drive a Chevy live FOREVER!
Posts: 782 | From: bay area | Registered: Sep 2001
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