1989 Pontiac Grand Am Grand Am dies at Idle

1989 PONTIAC GRAND AM
110,041 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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THOMATK
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Needing some help! I have been bringing this Grand Am back to life since I've purchased it two years ago... Replaced Coil Pack and Crankshaft position Sensor after engine died when at operation temp. Currently, similar condition arises when coming to a stop light at idle, engine dies, but engine temp is not overheating. Used Actron code reader, and giggled O2 sensor wire at top of exhaust manifold after engine cut off at idle... Car restarted... Is it my O2 sensor, or do I need to replace my Crankshaft sensor again after only six months of use? Can the o2 sensor cause the engine to stall at idle? Am I on the right path... 13 and 61 code comes up on actron, but, when engine runs normal...No code comes up... Could it be my ECM? Any advice would be appreciated.[img:e2be6aa401]http://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/391160_t192_1.jpg[/img:e2be6aa401]
Aug 2, 2009 at 5:56 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Try this clean out the idle air control valve and EGR valve and see what happens.
Aug 2, 2009 at 9:36 PM