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Old Nov 12, 2002 | 07:28 PM
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everytime i start my car it runs for 1 to 2 seconds and then it shuts off. i start it up and then it won't last 2 seconds and then it dies again, this happens over and over again. what could this be caused by ? please help !!!!!!!

thanks,Nick
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Old Nov 12, 2002 | 07:34 PM
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Default Re: please help my car has a major problem (yotaplay)

- Lack of fuel
- Failed distributor

Soon as it starts, give it some throttle. If it stays on while you rev it, its your distributor.
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Old Nov 13, 2002 | 03:16 AM
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check your main relay first
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Old Nov 13, 2002 | 02:28 PM
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Ignition switch maybe?
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Old Nov 13, 2002 | 04:24 PM
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main relay....easy to buy, easy to fix.
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