2002 Mitsubishi Lancer won't stay running

Asked by Freelander_1139 Feb 02, 2017 at 12:15 AM about the 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

Car has a hard time to start and it will start then starves for gas. This 2.0liter  
does not have a fuel valve to test pressure. Changed fuel pump. Their is gas
going through the fuel rail. But won't keep running

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lrodri911 answered 7 years ago

Check for engine codes. If no codes, try spraying some quick start in the throttle body to see if it'll run for a bit. If it does, check fuel pressure, if pressure is ok, check or replace crankshaft sensor. It could also be a plugged catalytic converter

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