Car starts and runs for about ten minutes then dies. It wont start til it sits for about 15 to 20 minutes.

Tiny
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I dont know the problem to this. Pls help. Thank you
Wednesday, April 18th, 2012 AT 7:06 AM

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Tiny
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Have you done a scan as yet for any unresolved fault codes, not all codes will set a check light.
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Tuesday, August 4th, 2020 AT 12:18 PM
Tiny
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When it fails to restart, you need to find out what is missing to narrow down the possibilities if no touble codes are present.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-cranks-but-wont-start

Try this link for an idea what to look out for.
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Tuesday, August 4th, 2020 AT 12:18 PM
Tiny
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Car dies usually 2 to 3 minutes after being between hot and cold on the gauge. One mechanic came and said that it was the air flow sensor, but im not really sure.I need this to be fixed so I can get a job. If I do I can give u guys a donation for sure. Anyways it makes a funny fart noise befor it dies. Could it really be the air flow sensor?Im sorry for not donating. Im broke right now and need this car to get a job.I thank you again. Please help:(
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Tuesday, August 4th, 2020 AT 12:18 PM
Tiny
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And no I havent done a scan. I cant go anywhere cause I dont have a car. I really need to know the problem so I can then call up friends to help me get any part that will help this car start.
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Tuesday, August 4th, 2020 AT 12:18 PM
Tiny
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If it is an air flow sensor problem, it would most probably have trouble code.

Since the problem occurs at a certain temperature and running time, I would lean more towards the Engine Coolant Temperature sensor.

Did the mechanic who checked the vehicle performaed a scan? If not, I would not take his word for it.
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Tuesday, August 4th, 2020 AT 12:18 PM
Tiny
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Oh ok. One guy also said that too. If it really is the coolant temperature sensor, how could I fix that? I appreciate you helping me. I would surely give u guys a donation when I get thhe chance. Thanks
-the guy who really needs this to do something with his life:)
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Tuesday, August 4th, 2020 AT 12:18 PM
Tiny
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Replacing components without making any dignostics to confirm if it is the cause can be a waste of money and time.

Is the MIL indicating?
Most parts stores provides free scanning services so if you could get the vehicle them, you most probably can et the codes read.

If it is a fault with the ECT, you need to check if it is the sensor itself or wiring circuit. A sensor fault would be rectified when the sensor is replaced.

In one my previous post the link shows you what to look for when engine fails to restart. Go through them and see what is missing.

Which engine do you have?
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