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    quickwillie Posts: 18, Reputation: 1
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    Apr 21, 2010, 08:10 AM
    Car runs for 3 seconds and dies
    I've been working on a 89 cavalier with a 2.8 . It runs for about 2-3 seconds then dies I've replaced several things to do with the fuel system with no luck fixing the problem . I also replaced the engine control computer .
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    Apr 21, 2010, 01:04 PM

    . Replace spark plugs (ACDelco only) with the exact plugs that came in the car, if they are over 3 years old.

    . Consider replacing the Ignition Control Module and coil packs.

    Ensure compression is good.
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