The engine will not stay cranked?

2002 MITSUBISHI MONTERO
256,600 MILES • 3.0L • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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TEETEE1265
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Got a tune up and bought a new battery. Car will start but won’t stay cranked.
Feb 5, 2025 at 6:51 PM
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So it sounds like the engine will not stay running, correct? Can I ask if you have a check engine light on? If so, let's run the codes to see which ones are stored, this guide can help:

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

I can tell you have seen the IAC motor stop working and cause this issue. Here is the location so you can remove it and either clean it or get a replacement.

This guide can help as well:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/stall-at-idle

Check out the images (below). Please upload pictures or videos in your response of any problems so we can see what to help you with.
Feb 6, 2025 at 10:32 AM