in gear it dies again. If I wait a few hours I can start it and drive again like normal. Any idea what could be wrong?
2007-03-21 03:10:54 · 5 answers · asked by cashcobra_99 5 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Oh yes it is an 87 Buick Century with a 4 cylinder engine.
2007-03-21 05:21:01 · update #1
lock-up torque convertor selonoid getting hot and sticking.leaving car in direct drive. will require changing selonoid inside transmission.
2007-03-21 15:36:16 · answer #1 · answered by searstech 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm afraid I don't know what the problem is, but I had that problem with a car that I had as well, and no matter how many times I had it in...they couldn't fix it. It ended up being a dangerous situation, so I sold it, and someone ended up putting a new engine in it. I swear that car spent more time at the mechanic's than it did with me that summer.
2007-03-21 03:22:06 · answer #2 · answered by loves2sing 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had the same exact problem with a car I used to have. I took it to the dealership several times and they could never "duplicate the problem". I ended up getting rid of it.
Out of curiosity, what car are you driving? Mine was a '96 VW Jetta.
2007-03-21 03:19:16 · answer #3 · answered by ♥uuɐuuǝɾ♥ 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like a fuel problem. You may have a dirty/clogged fuel filter. Go to your local auto parts store (Auto zone Pep Boys) and buy a new one. $5 max for the part. Its easy to install yourself. Just read your cars users manual and locate where the fuel filter is located, and once you find it, it will be easy to install the new one. Tools needs: A screwdriver.
2007-03-21 03:29:36 · answer #4 · answered by Mike E 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It kinda sounds like your car may be overheating. I would try replacing your thermostat. Also, do your cooling fans run after a few minutes of driving? But in all honestly, without saying what kind of car you drive, its hard to say.
2007-03-21 03:29:37 · answer #5 · answered by rosem 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋