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Engine Starts But Stalls Right Away

Check the following:

1. Vacuum (intake air) leaks

2. After-start or warm-up enrichment inadequate [1]

3. Control plunger in fuel distributor binding

4. Fuel distributor faulty

5. Air flow sensor plate rest position incorrect

6. Fuel pressure incorrect

7. Coolant temperature sensor and wiring [1]

8. Idle air stabilizer valve faulty [1]

[1] For testing procedure refer to, COMPUTERIZED ENGINE CONTROLS.

NOTE: After each symptom, the sub-system that could be the source of the symptom are listed and should be checked in the order they are listed, beginning with #1.