Engine starts but does not stay running

Tiny
NINTYTWO
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  • 2009 SATURN AURA
  • 2.4L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 2,131,765 MILES
My car starts but will not stay started. What can it be? I have changed the camshaft sensor and then the crankshaft sensor and it still does the same thing.
Sunday, February 21st, 2021 AT 4:29 PM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

The first I would check is fuel pump pressure. If it is too low, this can happen. Here is a link that shows in general how it's done:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-fuel-system-pressure-and-regulator

Here are the manufacturer's specs as far as pressure:

2009 Saturn Aura L4-2.4L
Pressure, Vacuum and Temperature
Vehicle Powertrain Management Fuel Delivery and Air Induction Fuel Pump Fuel Pressure Specifications Pressure, Vacuum and Temperature
PRESSURE, VACUUM AND TEMPERATURE
Fuel Pressure (Key ON, Engine OFF) .................... 345-414 kPa (50-60 psi)
Fuel Pressure should not decrease more than 34 kPa (5 psi) in 5 minutes

If you find the pressure is within spec, then we need to scan the computer to see if there are diagnostic trouble codes stored. In this case, I would scan the can. Here is a video that shows how it's done:

https://youtu.be/InIlnsjOVFA

Let me know what you find or if you have other questions.

Take care and God Bless,

Joe
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Monday, February 22nd, 2021 AT 4:53 PM

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