Engine will not stay running

DALE NJAMIE BRYANT

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2009 SATURN VUE
4 CYL
2WD
AUTOMATIC
172,000 MILES

A couple of months ago. Our car would, upon starting shut off after about 2 seconds. We could turn the key off then start it again and it would continue running. It has been this way for a couple of months start, shut off, restart, run. This morning my wife was leaving for work and told me she couldn't get it to start. I went out to try and had to do the start shut off restart 6 times in order for it to start. The weather is getting considerably cooler and I believe this is having further impact on whatever part is acting up to make it act worse. Any ideas? Ignition? MAF sensor? Fuel pump relay?

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ASEMASTER6371

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Good morning,

With it stalling after 2 seconds, it sounds like security. Does the theft or security light go off the key on after about 10 seconds? Try the reset in the guide below.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-reset-a-security-system

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/stall-at-idle

Are there any codes set in the system?

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

Roy

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Wednesday, September 30th, 2020 AT 8:32 AM

DALE NJAMIE BRYANT

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Here’s a video of how it acts of me starting it each way and the dash lights. If I start it normally it shuts off in 2 seconds. If I hold the key back for a few extra seconds it stays running.

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Wednesday, October 21st, 2020 AT 3:53 AM

ASEMASTER6371

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Good morning,

I attached a wiring diagram for you to view. I circled 2 wires that you need to check for power with the key in the on position.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-wiring

This sounds like the ignition switch is the issue. I attached the procedure for you for the replacement as well.

Roy

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