BMW won't stay running

BMW 325
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CONFUSEDDAD
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BMW 325i, 1989, 89K 2.5 liter.
History: Replaced Timing belt, overhauled engine, replaced belts and belt pullys, replaced Mass air flow sensor.

When i start the car, it will not continue to run it cuts off, also when i try to give it gas the car also cuts off. what can cause this problem?
Sep 6, 2007 at 7:31 PM
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DOCHAGERTY
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was the air flow meter (not mass air flow) connected and did you get the correct air flow meter?
the symptoms you describe sound like a faulty or a disconnected meter
let me know and I'll check in with the forum during the day today
Sep 7, 2007 at 10:25 AM
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