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While running at normal temp, my 2003 chevy cavalier's engine will completely shut off. I don't lose power, (the radio and AC and lights still work) but the engine shuts off. I do lose power steering while the engine is off. I have to shift my automatic transmission to nuetral and start the car while driving at any speed from 10mph to 70mph. Sometimes it takes 4-5 trys before the engine starts again. What is going on?

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Yep or the coil pack. try bring it to your local auto parts store and have them hook up odb2 diagnostic to it.Organises auto parts they do it for free in most states BUT you might have whats called a drivability/soft code and can be a bear to diagnose but good news GM owner most parts are dirt cheap and and a cooool fix. let us know how u do
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Could be crank shaft sensor.

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SOURCE: Engine running temp

195 seems to be a good operating temp.

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Have the vehicle scanned. If you have a code in the computer for maximum adapt/ long shift, replace the EPC pressure control solenoid. This a real common problem on the 4t65e transmission.

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check all the ground cables and wires.make sure that the ground cable going to the engine is clean and tight.

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Most often when an engine idles fine, but misfires under a load, the problem is spark plug wires. I suggest that's where you start.

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