Engine shutting down .. Runs for minutes then acts like it's starving for gas & dies?

MarkHalliday · 01-12-2003

I am having problems with a 93 LX
It runs for about 15 minutes and then it acts like it is starving for gas and dies , If I let it sit for about 2 hours I can come back and start it again with the same results , I have changed the fuel pump and bought a new computer still does it , has mechanics in stupor HELP

rks'92/5.0 · 01-12-2003

do you have a sensor tester?

wrestler3025 · 01-28-2003

Did you change your fuel filter also?? If not give that a try.

nestle_2000 · 01-29-2003

Might be the ignition box mounted on the distributor. I think that's happened to a few people. Their cars run until a certain temp, and then the car shuts down.

C J · 01-29-2003

run it with a fuel pressure tester on it. if it still has fuel pressure when it dies check for spark. if you don't have spark, then it's probably the ignition module as nestle_2000 said.

OzPony · 01-29-2003

Yep, ignition module in/on the distributor. I have heard you can take it to AutoZone and they will test it for you ???

marks86gt · 01-29-2003

I know this may sound crazy, but have you checked all vacuum lines? After 15 minutes the car probably reaches normal op temperature and you may only be losing vacuum when the engine is hot.