1985 Toyota Cressida AUTO REPAIR

1985 TOYOTA CRESSIDA
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1985 Toyota Cressida All Wheel Drive Automatic 3433 miles

WHEN I START THE CAR IT WANTS TO START, BUT BACKFIRES AND DIES.WHY WONT IT STAY STARTED?
Mar 21, 2010 at 5:45 PM
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Check the fuel pressure to rule a clogged fuel filter and the fuel pump-also clean out the idle air control valve and test the airflow meter
Mar 22, 2010 at 6:10 AM
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