When the car is started it will run for a few seconds and then die.In order to start the car again you have to shut the switch all the way off not just turn it over again. Any ideas?
2006-12-16 06:18:16 · 3 answers · asked by Sehoya D 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
When the car is started it only runs for a few seconds and then dies. In order to start the car again you have to shut the switch all the way off, you can't just turn it over again. We changed all the relays and the fuel pump/filter.
2006-12-18 05:11:18 · update #1
It sounds like the fuel pump is out. If it has the original pump it has lasted longer than most other vehicles.
2006-12-16 06:23:51 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
the FIRST thing to come to mind is that the ignition switch (not the lock cylinder) is failing. There is a way to test this, but is fairly convoluted. Check if there is power to the ignition coil when it dies, before turning the switch off. Then check if ther is power to the coil while cranking without turning the switch off after it has died.
Next, check the computer for codes. On Chrysler vehicles of this vintage, it is easy. Requires no tools. But you must pay attention. You cannot space off.
Go Here------>
http://autorepair.about.com/library/ts/obd-i/bl-dtcs-61.htm
...and scroll down below the code definition chart for the procedure. IF you should get distracted, or lose count, or are just not sure if you got it right, turn the key off for > 20 seconds and start again.
Be sure that you do this before you disconnect the battery for any reason. If the PCM loses power, the codes Will not be retained in memory.
When you get a code "55", this is an indication that there are no Moe codes to be displayed.
Refer to the code chart for definitions of the codes, and refer to a repair manual for proper DIAGNOSTICS procedures BEFORE attempting repairs.
Good Luck and Merry Christmas
2006-12-16 06:31:52 · answer #2 · answered by Ironhand 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Chrysler have not in any respect been severe on a list of autos that make it a lengthy time period without complications and motor vehicle care in effortless words helps get the most out of it so more beneficial relies upon on the motive force of the motor vehicle doing motor vehicle care than some thing cant blame any automobile maker for lack of care 89,000 is about the time all autos commence having complications is why i force ford or nissan... ive gotton the most out of both 400,000 plus and nevertheless operating merely fantastic few complications except universal positioned on
2016-11-26 22:52:58 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋