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What causes a car to jerk and then shuts down?

Anonymous

∙ 14y ago

Updated: 4/28/2022

If it starts ok but just lurches before cutting out then it sounds like it is still in gear. If it's a manual, then start it with the cluch pedal in. It might otherwise be a problem with the clutch or gearbox.

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