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What makes my car die after I crank it

Tiny
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My 2004 nissan max 3.5 will crank but then dies what do I need to check or change
Wednesday, July 4th, 2012 AT 11:57 PM

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Tiny
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You need compression, fuel pressure and spark. Start with the basics first before throwing any parts at it.

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Thursday, July 5th, 2012 AT 12:01 AM
Tiny
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When I crank it in the morning its ok but after it runs a few min
and I shut it off and try to crank it back I have to press the gas a little then it will crank
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Thursday, July 5th, 2012 AT 12:31 AM
Tiny
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Ok, so now it runs. By crank, do you mean starts up?

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Thursday, July 5th, 2012 AT 12:42 AM
Tiny
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Yes when I first crank it in the morning it runs fine but after it runs for a while and I shut it off it will not stay runing unless I press the gas when trying to start it back
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Thursday, July 5th, 2012 AT 12:59 AM
Tiny
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I responded to your new post
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Thursday, July 5th, 2012 AT 1:02 AM

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