Lots of reasons, but mine was the fuel pump was bad. It would overheat after driving maybe 15 minutes, then I would let the car stop for an hour or two and it would start back up.
Stalling at idle? Immediately after starting? While driving? While stopping? Cold or hot engine? What engine do you have?
No, there should not normally be any engine surging while driving following installation of a new fuel pump.
When an anti theft system light comes on while driving a 98 Chevy Malibu, the problem is usually caused by the Security Module. The security module is part of the Ignition Lock Module.
blown engine, out of gas janitorial duties.
My Malibu maxes out around 3800-4500RPMs while in Park.
My 2000 Malibu just cruised to a stop when the fuel pump went. there was no warning. Mostly when this is about to happen I would hear a noise. Not on the Chevy Malibu though. I suspect all GM products fail similarly. So Check to see if the fuel pump is getting fuel to the engine. You can contact me at Powell1D@msn.com. I am hoping to be able to put a 3900 engine in my Malibu now. Maybe I should post it for help. I'm not sure if it will fit.
The sending unit in the gas tank is bad.
It sounds like the alternator or regulator is breaking down under a load while driving. Make sure the alternator belt is tight, and check the regulator and alternator for proper voltage under a load.
Not sure how to while you're driving, but if your parked - press in on your e-brake, turn your car off, then turn it on and your lights won't be on. To turn them back on, simply release the brake.
if timing belt brakes while driving,will it damage motor.
I have a 1997 Chevy Malibu with 176k on it. Never had a new engine or anything, runs like a champ. It has been making a knocking noise when its cold.(until car is warm) for a long time now. It still makes a little one while at idle, not loud or can even really be heard though.
It could be a lot of different things, To be able to help you better need the year and engine size.