Engine stalls after start, then die

sounds to me like a fuel pump issue....

I would check the ignition module then maybe the coil. Check with autozone or kragen they should test it for free.

Can you hear the starter cranking the engine over?

Have you checked for spark?

Have you checked for fuel pressure?

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If the idle air control valve is working, the passage may be clogged. Other things to check are the PCV flow and possible vacuum leaks.

Please see my tip at http://www.fixya.com/cars/r7427423-fix_poor_idle_high_idle_stalling_fuel . These are generic instructions. If you get stuck or need specific instructions for your car, please get back to me with engine size info.

Hello,
It sounds like you may have a faulty MAF, ( mass air flow sensor ).
The ECM, ( electronic control module ), should set the fuel/air mix ratio at 1 part fuel to 14.7 parts air. A faulty MAF can prevent the computer from determining the proper fuel/air mix ratio, and that can lead to bad idle, poor acceleration, fake stalling and stalling. Eventually it can prevent the engine from starting.

I hope this helps you.
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Donnie

Check out the catalytic converter, might be plugged up. I have seen some cars that will run fine, and like someone threw a switch the car acted like yours, no power, would not rev and died. Later when cold they would be OK for a while then just get worse and worse.

you need to replace the coil packs.

Check distributor and fuel, when car dies check for what is missing when it won't start back up. It can be only gas or spark and trust me one is missing. Good Luck

1987 Nissan Sentra 1987 Stalls when warmed up and driven.

Possible ground issues. Any check engine light?