The car starts for a second then shuts down like it's out of fuel but you can hear the fuel pump kick on. could it be the oil?
Mar 19, 2021 at 12:57 PM
Will not stay running
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Good afternoon,
This could be security if the light stays on after 10 seconds with the key on. I attached the reset for you.
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-reset-a-security-system
Beyond that, I would check the fuel pressure to be sure there is enough fuel to the injectors.
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-fuel-system-pressure-and-regulator
When the ignition switch is ON (Engine off) and the fuel pump is running, the fuel pressure indicated by the fuel pressure gage should be 284-325 kPa (41-47 psi).
As far as the oil, no, it is not the oil.
Roy
This could be security if the light stays on after 10 seconds with the key on. I attached the reset for you.
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-reset-a-security-system
Beyond that, I would check the fuel pressure to be sure there is enough fuel to the injectors.
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-fuel-system-pressure-and-regulator
When the ignition switch is ON (Engine off) and the fuel pump is running, the fuel pressure indicated by the fuel pressure gage should be 284-325 kPa (41-47 psi).
As far as the oil, no, it is not the oil.
Roy
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Mar 19, 2021 at 1:16 PM