engine dies when I press the brake pedal

1999 CADILLAC ELDORADO
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how come whenever I press on my brakes the car will go completely dead and it only happens when I use the brakes
Mar 11, 2013 at 3:21 PM
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Do you mean the engine stalls or does everything including electrical go dead too? If it is only the engine, check the power brake booster for a vacuum leak. Disconnect the hose to it and plug the hose so there is no leak and see if the engine still stalls.
Mar 11, 2013 at 3:29 PM