After replacing the radiator hose the engine will not stay running

2005 FORD MUSTANG
183,542 MILES • 4.0L • V6 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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RICKEYWHITEHEAD1975
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The upper radiator hose busted. We replaced the hose and now the car will crank but not stay running, kind of like the carburetor isn't opening.
Feb 27, 2022 at 5:58 AM
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SQM
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Hello,

Here is a helpful guide on typical issues for crank no start:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-not-running-advanced

Please let me know a few more details of what you have been experiencing.
Thank you.
Feb 28, 2022 at 3:12 AM
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XZAVIORSANTOS
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I have the same exact problem so it has to be cause the hose I did nothing drove it to the autozone on the way home started fine started fine when I first noticed the temperature stayed normal got home changed the hose and now it won’t start
Jul 24, 2023 at 11:27 AM
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STRAILER
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Is the MAF sensor plugged in? I have seen this sensor go bad and cause this issue. Check out the images (below). Please let us know how it goes.
Jul 25, 2023 at 11:55 AM
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XZAVIORSANTOS
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Hey, I just got my car running today. Change the crank shaft you probably got some coolant on it and if it still acting up. changed the spark plugs just did mine and she’s working good. I think I still have to change my fuel injector to stop the high idle (1150 RPMs) and get it back down to normal idle (900 RPMs) I'm not an expert, but I had the same problem and they’re both really cheap to fix and it’s maintenance you have to do sooner or later that might fix your problem good luck.
Jul 26, 2023 at 9:08 AM
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