what makes my car die after i crank it

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MICHAELRABY
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my 2004 nissan max 3.5 will crank but then dies what do i need to check or change
Jul 4, 2012 at 4:57 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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you need compression, fuel pressure and spark. start with the basics first before throwing any parts at it.

Roy
Jul 4, 2012 at 5:01 PM
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MICHAELRABY
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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
Jul 4, 2012 at 5:31 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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ok, so now it runs. by crank, do you mean starts up??

roy
Jul 4, 2012 at 5:42 PM
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MICHAELRABY
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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
Jul 4, 2012 at 5:59 PM
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i responded to your new post
Jul 4, 2012 at 6:02 PM
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