Engine idles very low and stalls when I come to a stop.

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Jul 12, 2017 | 12:09 AM

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HunterD

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Do you have an Check Engine light ON?

Aug 1, 2017 | 08:46 AM

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chewy705

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yes. error code P0182. fuel temperature sensor circuit low imput

Feb 8, 2018 | 10:20 AM

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Chris7380

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Originally Posted by chewy705

yes. error code P0182. fuel temperature sensor circuit low imput

chewy - did changing the throttle body solve your issue?

May 19, 2022 | 02:23 AM

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Grant

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Originally Posted by chewy705

What should I be checking first? The SUV starts and runs fine initially, but after driving a few miles with modest RPMs, when I come to a stop and hold the brake pedal while it's still in gear, the RPMs dip very low and it usually stalls. When it does stall, I can start it right back up with no problems. The only way I can keep it running is by switching to N and revving the engine a little....which is a pain in the *** in stop and go traffic!

is a MOntero 2005 3.8L

Any ideas?

I know this is an old thread, but my car is doing exactly the same right now. Can you please let me know what the final outcome was and what finally fixed it. Thanks