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Question: theft deterrent light is on

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jmgrankin, 2.2L 4 Cylinder, Slippery Rock, PA, May 21, 2009, 17:19
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My car has stalled once or twice in a few days then today it stalled 3 times at the same stop sign. It starts right away w no hesitation at all but when i try to give it gas it will stall. a mechanical friend said i need an ignition housing and I can not find the part. please help!! i want to locate a part n price.

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    dandd May 21, 2009, 18:56
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    Before you just try parts, have the car diagnosed. Does the Service Engine Soon Light come on? This could be a help, because there will be a code. If you just TRY parts, you can spend all your money and not actually fix anything.

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