Intermittent issue of shutting off while driving?

2003 FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC
130,000 MILES
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KODIAK1322
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Idle changes between 900 and 2,000 RPMs. Sometimes the engine shuts off but starts right back up. I changed the idle control valve; spark plugs and fuel filter. It will sometimes shut off while driving down the highway but starts right back up.
Jul 3, 2023 at 5:15 AM
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This can be many things, but I have seen the crankshaft angle sensor cause this problem without triggering any trouble codes, please check out this guide and I have included the location for the crankshaft angle sensor in case you want to swap it out. I have also seen the MAF short out as well causing this problem

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

and

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

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Jul 3, 2023 at 5:08 PM
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The maf fixed it. Thank you for your time.
Jul 5, 2023 at 9:12 AM
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Thanks for letting us know, we are here to help, please use 2CarPros anytime.
Jul 5, 2023 at 9:12 AM