Stalls Or Quits On Acceleration, Cruise, Deceleration Or Idle

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Preliminary Checks

Ensure engine oil level, engine oil filter (FL-2016), oil API rating (CI-4, CI-4/SL or DHD-1) and viscosity are correct. Check all engine electrical connections. On A/T models, ensure ATF level is correct and torque converter clutch is operating correctly. On all models. Ensure engine is not overheating. Repair any problems as necessary. If no problems are indicated, go to next step.

Check For Cold Weather Stall

If engine restarts after stalling with engine oil temperature less than 32°F (0°C), oil return to oil pan may be too slow. Ensure proper oil viscosity is being used for cold weather conditions. Change oil if necessary. If proper oil viscosity is being used for cold weather conditions, go to next step.

Check Engine Performance Diagnosis

Perform ENGINE PERFORMANCE DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES in SYSTEM & COMPONENT TESTING - 6.0L DIESEL article. Repair as necessary. On M/T models, if no fault is present, test is complete. Return to SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS if a symptom still exists. On A/T models, if no fault is present, diagnose possible transmission problem by symptom. See TROUBLE SHOOTING in appropriate DIAGNOSIS article in AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS.

Check Torque Converter Operation

See appropriate DIAGNOSIS article in AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS.

Check Mass Air Flow Sensor

See TEST J: MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR under SYSTEM TESTS in SELF-DIAGNOSTICS - 6.0L DIESEL article.