Q: Car stopped while I was driving it; Check engine light is also on.
My car's "check engine light" is on. My car also stopped running after I had been driving for at least 15 minutes. The car did start running again instantly after I cranked it after it went off.
My car has 182000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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Have your computer checked to see if there is any pending or stored codes. This will lead you to a location on the engine for troubleshooting. There are many symptoms that can contribute to a stalling and no start condition when driving. The most common are the following:
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Check all of the above areas for any issues with their functions and connectivity to the computer system. If you need further assistance with your engine stalling, then seek out a professional, such as one from Your Mechanic, to help you.
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