I have a 2001 Pontiac Grand Am, and it has been working terribly lately. While pulling out to pass on the highway last week, it stalled out completely and died. It starts up almost every time afterwards, but has been stalling more frequently. It stalled 6 times on the way home from the grocery store the other night. It had been sputtering and losing power previously to this, but these recent stallings are a new occurrance.
Any ideas? Thanks!
2006-11-27 03:04:25 · 6 answers · asked by ashco1983 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
i own a repair shop,and first of you need to check the fuel filter on it ,it sounds like it might be clogged up solid on it,and then id check to see if i had good pressure from the fuel pump on it,and the relay for the fuel pump may be over heating causing it to die like this on you it supposed to kick out like that if it gets too hot,but this can cause a lot of problems with one when trying to drive it,if all this fails,id take it by any auto zone store,and have them scan it to see if it has any trouble codes on it ,at least they can tell you right on the spot if it does ,and what they are and you,ll know for sure,and this will give you a real good starting point on repairing it,,good luck i hope this help,s.
2006-11-27 03:33:52 · answer #1 · answered by dodge man 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you changed the fuel filter recently or EVER? Could be low fuel pressure is causing the problem, as the car starts after it dies and is now taking longer to start. Check it out and let me know!
2006-11-27 11:09:04 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You didn't state what your engine size was. More than likely you need to have a tune-up. Any engine codes set (check engine light on)? Once you get the engine 'tuned-up' (including fuel filter), you may see a difference. Have the throttle body cleaned of the carbon buildup also.
2006-11-27 11:31:58 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Spark plugs might have a loose connection if you changed them lately. Or one might be out so you may need to replace one.
Also check and see if you have had a recent fuel injector cleaning, as that could also be the problem if it is clogged up.
2006-11-27 11:09:44 · answer #4 · answered by Pamela H 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Plugged fuel filter. The farther you push the gas pedal, the more fuel your engine requires.
If the fuel filter is plugged, it won't allow enough fuel to reach the engine.
Change you fuel filter.......
2006-11-27 11:15:11 · answer #5 · answered by Mr. KnowItAll 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
crank sensor.
2006-11-27 11:12:33 · answer #6 · answered by kjlh58 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋