When you’re suddenly experiencing problems with your car’s engine stalling, that’s both frustrating and potentially unsafe. Fountain City Auto Clinic understands how upsetting this issue can be, and there are a few possible causes to consider.
Spark Problems
Problems with spark mean that the fuel and air mixture in the car’s engine don’t get ignited at the right time or sometimes at all. Spark plugs can go bad or the wiring for the spark plugs can be part of the problem. Regardless, what you end up experiencing is possible engine stalling. Worse, the problem might be an intermittent one that is more difficult to nail down.
Fuel Issues
There are a lot of different ways that fuel can contribute to engine stalling problems. If the gas you’re putting in the tank is an octane level that’s way too low, that can be a big problem. Or if there are issues in the fuel system that keep the engine from getting the amount of fuel that it needs, that can lead to stalling issues.
Electrical Problems
There are other types of electrical problems besides the spark plugs, too. You might have issues with the wiring anywhere in the car, and that can impact how well the engine and supporting systems are able to function. In the end, that can mean that the car is suddenly stalling and you’re not sure why. If electrical problems are causing your car’s engine to stall, you might feel as if you’ll never get to the root of the situation, but experienced auto technicians know what to look for.
Sensor Failures
Your car’s engine control module, or ECM, needs information in order to properly control various aspects of keeping the engine running. It relies on sensors throughout the car to help it collect that information. Should those sensors stop working properly, that means that the ECM receives either no data or incorrect data and then it can’t properly control things like the fuel to air mixture and other variables that control engine function. And that might mean that you experience engine stalling when you never did before.
Sorting out issues with engine stalling means relying on expert help when you need it most. Fountain City Auto Clinic in Knoxville, TN is happy to help you with stalling issues or anything else that isn’t working properly with your car. Simply give us a call and set up an appointment for us to take a closer look.