Fuel shutting down

Tiny
RENEE LAZECHKO
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  • 1997 CHRYSLER SEBRING
  • 2.7L
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
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  • 126,000 MILES
Fuel shutting down after initial start. Will run for a few seconds then it shuts down, but will restart after I energize the pump.
Wednesday, January 11th, 2017 AT 10:33 AM

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Tiny
WRENCHTECH
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What exactly is shutting down? Fuel pressure? Injector pulse? Are there any security indicators coming on when you try to start it?
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Wednesday, January 11th, 2017 AT 10:47 AM
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JOHNNY G.JR
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Any codes?
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Wednesday, January 11th, 2017 AT 12:12 PM
Tiny
RENEE LAZECHKO
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No codes. It starts. Then it is like it runs out of gas then when I shut the key off and turn it back on. It will start and do the same thing. The factory alarm is messed up and will not work. But it starts then shuts down. Tried everything I could think of but still no results.
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Wednesday, January 11th, 2017 AT 2:21 PM
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WRENCHTECH
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Again, how do you know it is running out of fuel and what specifically have you tested to determine this?

If you have not done it yet you need to test the fuel pressure using an accurate gauge and test the injector pulse using a noid light.
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Wednesday, January 11th, 2017 AT 2:24 PM
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RENEE LAZECHKO
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The fuel stops no more pressure. Then turn the key off and turn it back on it will start again and run for a few seconds then shut down.
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Wednesday, January 11th, 2017 AT 2:29 PM
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WRENCHTECH
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Okay, what was the pressure before and after the vehicle shut off?
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Wednesday, January 11th, 2017 AT 2:30 PM
Tiny
RENEE LAZECHKO
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Btw 146_150. Then 0. It is like something is shutting it off after it is running.
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Wednesday, January 11th, 2017 AT 2:33 PM
Tiny
RENEE LAZECHKO
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Sorry about that this phone does not type well I want to say 56 pounds.
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Wednesday, January 11th, 2017 AT 2:37 PM
Tiny
RENEE LAZECHKO
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It is like a shut off trigger is activated and stops fuel.
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Wednesday, January 11th, 2017 AT 2:38 PM
Tiny
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Here is some information to help you diagnose it.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-cranks-but-wont-start
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Wednesday, January 11th, 2017 AT 2:44 PM
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KEN L
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Hey Renee,

It sounds like the ASD relay is going bad, here is a wiring diagram and relay test guide and location to help you get the problem fixed. I would also try unplugging the 02 sensors for now to see if you have a heater shorting out.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-an-electrical-relay-and-wiring-control-circuit

Please run some tests and get back to us so we can continue helping you.

Best, Ken
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Thursday, January 12th, 2017 AT 4:44 PM

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