Engine Dies for some weir reason

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04-28-2008, 10:50 AM

sm00thk0zz

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Engine Dies for some weir reason

I got a 96 CX hatch and for some reason every time I turn my headlights on the engine either starts to stuble or actually dies for a second or two. Any ideas on what could be causing this to happen?

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04-28-2008, 11:06 AM

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Sounds like the alt is getting hit with a really heavy load and pulling the engine down. Seems a little strange though.

Does it still happen when you hold the idle around 1200rpm?

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04-28-2008, 12:04 PM

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Re: (wonder squirrel)

It does it even when the car is being driven. Kina weird. The lights shouldn't be putting such a big load on the electrical system that it almost kills it.