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Old Apr 13, 2003 | 02:16 AM
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I have a 92 Lx which has developed a problem. The engine fires and runs when the key is in the start position, but will not stay running when the key is in the on/run position. I don't think its related, but I had to replace the soleniod about 2 or 3 weeks ago. Thanks for any help anyone can provide.<img border="0" src= smileys/smiley5.gif> <img border="0" src= smileys/smiley5.gif>
Old Apr 13, 2003 | 12:16 PM
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Try changing the ignition cylinder.
Old Apr 13, 2003 | 12:23 PM
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Lloyd, do you mean the actual ignition switch?
Old Apr 13, 2003 | 12:33 PM
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Yes my bad thats what I meant.
Old Apr 13, 2003 | 10:12 PM
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I had to change my switch 2 times already. It is very easy and inexpensive, its a good place to start and that fixed my problem that was the same as yours. It would run if you played with the key and got it in the perfect place. If not it would shut off.
Old Apr 14, 2003 | 08:45 AM
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Thanks guys, I'll give that a try. I'll post later if thats fixes it. Thanks again!
Old Apr 21, 2003 | 10:58 PM
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Hi guys, I replaced the switch and still have the same problem. This problem is making me pull my hair out, it will run ok for a few minutes and then cutting off just like I had turned the key off and on. Thanks for the tips I'll have to see what else I can check.
Old Apr 22, 2003 | 02:01 AM
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I had the same type of problem and it was the ignition switch to start. Then about 3 weeks later it started again, it went to the point where nothing would happen with the key. It turned out to be a linkable fuse going to alternator, it actually ruined the alternator but now its fixed and runs great.
Old Apr 22, 2003 | 06:45 PM
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i agree with 84stang, but if that doesn't work check the distributor
Old May 6, 2003 | 03:32 AM
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Are you still fighting the problem, I had another thought.
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