Car shut off while I pulled into my driveway

2004 PONTIAC GTO
137,200 MILES • 5.7L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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SEBASTIANTUDON
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As I was pulling in to my driveway felt my steering wheel tighten up car shut off, but still the electrical stuff was running fans were still on except the car. any ideas?
Oct 29, 2019 at 12:55 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good afternoon,

Does the car start right back up or does it not start?

I attached some guides for stalling and not running.

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

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-stalls

Give us as much information as possible so we can help you.

Roy
Oct 29, 2019 at 1:15 PM
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SEBASTIANTUDON
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Yes, it will start right back up.
Oct 29, 2019 at 2:02 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Okay, I would try cleaning the throttle body of all carbon. That is a common issue for stalling.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/throttle-actuator-service

Roy
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Oct 29, 2019 at 4:29 PM
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SEBASTIANTUDON
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Okay, will do. anything I should use for cleaning?
Oct 29, 2019 at 4:57 PM
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Throttle body cleaner. you can get it at any parts store.

Roy
Oct 29, 2019 at 8:18 PM
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SEBASTIANTUDON
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Thanks so much for the help! Will be doing this tomorrow.
Oct 29, 2019 at 8:34 PM
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You are welcome.

Always glad to help.

Roy
Oct 30, 2019 at 2:37 AM