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egine cuts off while driving
I have a well maintained 92 svx with about 95,000 miles. Lately, the
engine cuts off without warning even while driving on the highway at 70 mph. I've taken it to the dealer 3 times and my local mechanic twice. They both say it is some type of intermittent problem which does not show up on the computer dianostic. The local mechanic says that a selenoid(sp?) on the transmission needs replacing at a cost of at least $2,000 and that if he does replace it there is no guarantee that the problem will be fixed. The dealer wants to replace seals etc. and the transmission but again won't guarantee that that will fix the problem of the engine stopping while I'm driving the car. I talked to Subaru of America and was told to consult one of my local dealers. I've had substantial contact with 4 of the local dealers here in the Chicago area and none of them seem interested in trying to help me fix the car. Has anyone encountered this problem, and, if so, what is the solution. In the alternative, I am open to suggestions as I really want to keep the car. Any suggestions will be appreciated! |
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Maybe it is the fuel pump relay. It might be overheating when you are driving at higher speeds. I'm no expert though...
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I just PMed you with my number. Call me.
Lwin
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Lwin M. Maung (Member # 147) Current SVX: • NONE Previous SVXes: •1994 LE Barcelona Red 107k • 1992 LS-L Pearl White 143k • 1994 LSi Bordeaux Pearl 220k • 1992 LS-L Ebony Pearl 184k • 1992 LS-L Liquid Silver 145k • 1992 LS-L Liquid Silver 102k • 1992 LS-L Ebony Pearl 123k Other current cars:•2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee Black If at first you don't succeed, CHEAT!
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possible soultion?
I had a similar problem but a strange cause. A water leak developed below the windshield so water would run down and collect in the passenger side floor boards. There is an electronic doodad located under the passenger seat beneath the carpeting that was causing it to cut-out. The easiest way to check is to lift up the back seat and then you can reach down between the floor and carpet/padding to feel any moisture. If it's dry you have another problem. Good luck!
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I had this problem. Specifically after using a gasoline additive for the first time. When initially starting my car and driving off, the engine would die out. Since I havn't used the product since, I never experienced the problem again.
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