When i start it. It turns over.. but it only runs for a few secs. then it dies

1996 CHEVROLET BERETTA
123 MILES
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KCFOXBOY
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when i start it, it truns over. then it runs for 5-6 secs. then dies..
it Idles under 1oooRPM and motor shakes,,,
it just start backfires throught the intake
Just really want figure this out
Thanks...

Jan 8, 2012 at 7:17 PM
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FIXITMR
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can you keep it running? sounds like it's too lean. vacuum leak or weak fuel pump maybe.
Jan 8, 2012 at 7:22 PM
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