Cold stall

2008 MAZDA MX5
50,000 MILES • 1.8L • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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LIAMAUSTIN24
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I have a 2008 NC Miata, and when driving the engine stalled twice in a row, while cold after idling for about thirty seconds. It's about 3 degrees Celsius (UK).

Will this do much harm? The car now drives and starts fine.

Thanks
Mar 28, 2019 at 8:31 PM
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SCGRANTURISMO
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Hello,

Three degrees Celcius. I'm not sure how cold that is but I doubt very seriously that it will affect your vehicle at all. You have nothing to worry about. How is it over there? I have never been to United Kingdom, but I've always wanted to. Maybe someday. Please let us know if there is anything else that we can help you with.

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Alex
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Mar 29, 2019 at 12:15 AM
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Hello,

This sounds like the car is going into limp mode due to a dirty throttle bore. Here is a guided that will help you fix the problem:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/reduced-power-limp-mode

Do you have check engine light on if so let's get the codes.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

Please run down these guides and report back.

Mar 29, 2019 at 12:10 PM
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LIAMAUSTIN24
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Hi guys, thanks for the reply. 3 degrees Celsius is about 38 degrees Fahrenheit. I was worried about having to start the engine cold 3 times, wearing the components.

I don't have any other issues with power at all, I believe it was just human error on my part - and was more worried about what kind of wear this would cause on the engine on occasion.

The car is modified with a full decat exhaust and manifold, air induction kit and tune - putting out about 185bhp and drives well otherwise.

Thanks again
Mar 29, 2019 at 1:13 PM
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Just allow the engine is warm up before you drive it you should be fine. Use 2CarPros anytime, we are here to help. Please tell a friend.
Mar 30, 2019 at 10:47 AM