1995 Ford Explorer Car wont stay started

1995 FORD EXPLORER
19,600 MILES • 4 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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HPNOTIQBOI
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My car wont stay started unless I press the gas right after i turn the key like 2 or 3 times.At first I could get it to start at all but after a few wacks to the starter with a hammer it starts but wont stay started unless i hit the gas.
Jun 7, 2008 at 12:15 PM
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BMRFIXIT
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you need a new starter
check for vacuum leaks
Jun 7, 2008 at 1:40 PM
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