Engine cuts off while driving

2001 BUICK CENTURY
149,000 MILES • 3.1L • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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PANDPSMITH
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I'm able to start and drive until engine reaches normal operating temperature then cuts off. After waiting for engine to cool...10 - 15min. Able to restart and repeats cycle
Jun 25, 2014 at 6:33 AM
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HMAC300
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scan for codes and check fuel pressure with a gauge first. it may have low pressure and or a sensor that is bad. the pump may also be getting hot or drawing to much power causing this. autoparts rent the gauge
Jun 25, 2014 at 6:55 AM
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BEANBABY305
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My 2001 Buick Century cut off while I was driving no power at all steering wheel locked up what could this problem be?
Sep 27, 2017 at 4:53 AM
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STRAILER
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When the engine shuts off we need to see which system is failing either spark or fuel. Here are some guides that will help us figure out the problem and get it fixed to get you back on the road.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-an-ignition-system

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-fuel-system-pressure-and-regulator

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-cranks-but-wont-start

Please let us know what you find.

Cheers, Ken
Sep 28, 2017 at 12:58 PM