Engine will start but shuts off immediatly. Can you help me?

Tiny
TIMOTHYHARDING
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  • 1999 FORD RANGER
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1999 Ford ranger 4WD 3.0 Liter
Engine will start but shuts off as soon as I return the key to the on position (from Start position).
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Sunday, October 7th, 2012 AT 7:47 PM

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Tiny
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Check fuel pressure first.
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Sunday, October 7th, 2012 AT 7:48 PM
Tiny
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Sounds like possibly a bad ignition switch.
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Sunday, October 7th, 2012 AT 7:49 PM
Tiny
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If the fuel pump wasnt running with the engine running it would shut off instantly.
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Sunday, October 7th, 2012 AT 7:51 PM

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