My camry stalls, but NOT on a cold start, only after running for a while, then stopping for a SHORT time.?

Question

Recently, my 2000 automatic V6 Camry started stalling, but not on a cold start (ie, not when its been sitting in the parking lot overnight, and I crank it for the first time in a while), but rather, after I've driven it some distance (usually under 10 miles, because everywhere I go nowadays is within 10 miles of each other), then park it somewhere (grocery store, etc), run inside and back out quickly (I'd say 2, or 3 minutes TOPS), then when I come out and crank it, it stalls. I have to crank it, step on the gas to keep it running (which doesnt always work), and quickly get it moving so it doesn't stall out.

This is the first problem I've had with my camry. Any ideas?

Answer 1

Very first thing you need to do is retrieve any Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) stored in the computer. Then work from there.
Without the codes (or determining that there aren't any) a person could shoot into the dark, all day, with a shotgun and only spend money and still not repair the cause.
If you have a trusted shop to go to for repairs, ask that they check it for you.
If not, or if money is an issue, ask that the nice folks at the local discount parts store retrieve them for you.
With the definitions of the codes in hand, refer to a repair manual for the proper DIAGNOSTIC procedures before attempting repairs.

Happy Motoring

Answer 2

This could be something very simple...When was the last time you checked/changed your oil? If your car burns oil you may be very low. People who have a 1999 Honda passport/Isuzu Rodeo know what im talking about, they burn oil very fast. I have to add a quart every 800-1000miles, and have learned this is not an uncommon event for people with my car. Before you pay a lot of money to get it check, check your oil. Low levels of oil will cause the car to have a lot of trouble when idleing, then work ok when you get it up to speed.

Answer 3

plugged exhaust pipe and/ or catylist, take it to a good muffler shop and let them find out where its plugged, you may need to put in a lot of $$$ but the problem will be fixed.