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Will not stay running

Tiny
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  • 1999 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER
  • 5.0L
  • V8
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 200,000 MILES
Will start and run for about five seconds then shuts off, but then will start up the same way and run.

Can this be a fuse issue or something else, a few fuses have been stolen.
Sunday, March 10th, 2019 AT 1:32 PM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Hello,

I would start by replacing the fuses. can I ask if the security light is flashing when you try to start the engine? if so here is a guide to help reset the system:

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

Please run down this guide and report back.
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Thursday, March 14th, 2019 AT 12:42 PM
Tiny
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It was the air filter being loose, but I will be getting the fuses replaced on Monday.
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Sunday, March 17th, 2019 AT 9:45 AM
Tiny
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Nice work, we are here to help, please use 2CarPros anytime.
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Sunday, March 17th, 2019 AT 3:55 PM

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