1997 Subaru Legacy fuel injection?

1997 SUBARU LEGACY
167 MILES • 4 CYL • AWD • AUTOMATIC
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MUNXEES
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The car usually starts without touching the gas pedal. Yesterday I had to try twice then it stayed running fine. Today I had to try a few times, it finally started when I stepped on the gas quite a bit. However, it will not stay running when I remove my foot from the gas pedal. Any suggestions?
Apr 16, 2009 at 3:10 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Check the coolant temperature sensor, idle air control valve and throttle position and mass airflow sensors.
Apr 16, 2009 at 4:24 PM
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MUNXEES
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I spoke to the Subaru dealer service department. It ended up being that the car was flooded. Apparently, these vehicles have a fuel shut-off in the event the car becomes flooded. The remedy was to start the car and keep it running by holding the gas at a low idle until the flood is gone, at which point the car will take over and stay running. It took roughly about 10 minutes and the car revved a bit on its own and stayed running after that. Thanks for responding and I hope my solution helps others! Good luck!
Apr 16, 2009 at 11:47 PM
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