starts but dies...

1992 CHRYSLER LE BARON
6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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SL33PWALKN
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1992 chrysler le baron

it gets power, it starts (fuel) and it has spark..... so.....

the car will start after sitting on a trickle charge for couple hours.
the car will start after turning the key for like 2-3 seconds
than right after it starts, it dies.

so like literally, turn key for couple seconds, car starts than imediately dies

any thoughts as to why?
Dec 30, 2010 at 7:00 PM
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JDL
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Make sure the battery has a full charge, you need a digital multimeter at least, for testing. A full charged battery is around 12.6 volts. Also, check the charging system, engine running, should be the alternator carrying electrical load. Use a gage and check fuel pressure. Check for mil codes, you should be able to get some flash codes.
Dec 30, 2010 at 7:14 PM
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SATURNTECH9
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If you have to charge the battery for a couple of hr's to start it i would have the battery tested and make sure the battery cable's are clean and tight.That would be my starting point.
Dec 30, 2010 at 7:16 PM
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