Car starts frist things runs for 5 to 10 minutes then dies hold foot half way down on pedal hard to start but starts

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Does this day or night as long as car hasn't been started also when car starts I can keep Foot on gas pedal car will stay running but then put in park car dies no start

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in Jefferson City TN

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Mar 9, 2024

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Devin Cabungcalon Aug 7, 2024

Hi, my name is Devin. I am an auto repair expert with the Car Genius team here at RepairPal. So sorry to hear you're having trouble with your vehicle. It sounds like your car might have an issue with the fuel delivery or the idle air control system. When your car runs for a few minutes and then dies, it could be that the fuel system is struggling to maintain the necessary pressure which could be caused by a weak fuel pump or a restriction in the system. Another possibility is a faulty idle air control valve, which helps manage the engine's idle speed. If this valve is dirty or faulty, it could cause the engine to die when you take your foot off the gas. In both of these cases keeping your foot on the gas can help the car continue to run. If you need more advice, have any other questions about your vehicle, or would like to get connected to a RepairPal Certified shop near you, we have you covered. Give us a call at 877-913-1554, and we will happily help you out!

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