i cant tell whats wrong with my car

1995 GEO PRIZM
145,000 MILES
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REDBOONE21
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it starts but when i put it in reverse or drive it shuts off
Mar 31, 2012 at 12:39 PM
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KHLOW2008
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If it is engine related, that would mean misfiring or a fault with the idling system.

Try increasing the engine rpm slightly and engaging the gears. If it does not stall, get the throttle body and IAC cleaned and retest.
Mar 31, 2012 at 1:11 PM