1990 Chevy Lumina won't stay started

Tiny
TGERRIETTS
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  • 1990 CHEVROLET LUMINA
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 99,000 MILES
I turn the key and the car starts, but when I let go of the key it shuts off?
Tuesday, July 14th, 2009 AT 9:43 PM

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Tiny
RASMATAZ
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Check for power at the coil before you start the vehicle and when it dies out leave the key in on position and check again. Do you have power to the coil? If not test the ignition switch.
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Wednesday, July 15th, 2009 AT 12:31 AM

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