1990 ford tempo 4cyl. it starts as soon as you turn the key. then dies instantly. what could it be?

1990 FORD TEMPO
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VEGASDOGS
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all the fluids are full. changed plugs, wires, and the cap & rotor. has new thermostat. it just wont stay running.
Nov 16, 2011 at 2:25 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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did you check the fuel pressure??

i would make sure you have power to the positive side of the coil with the key on. it may be an ignition switch failure too.

Roy
Nov 16, 2011 at 6:46 PM
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FIXITMR
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will it run if you hold gas pedal down? could be IAC idle valve problem. check TPS too.
Dec 12, 2011 at 4:59 PM
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