My car will start but will only stay running if i keep my foot on the gas pedal
SOURCE: my car
Is the check engine light on?? If not, I would try base idle adjustment. For that you will have to go to a dealer, because you need a scanner for this operation. Base idle adjustment is done by turning a screw built into the IAC valve, which keeps the car running by giving it air. If your base idle is too low, then the engine is not getting enough air resulting in stalling. Let me know what you find.
SOURCE: car starts hard have to push gas pedal several times to get gas
Hi, Try pushing the gas pedal down hard before starting the car.
This is the auto choke. I noticed this with my Pintara R31 just recently also. cheers
SOURCE: 1987 Nissan Sentra Wont Start (died after going through a puddle)
the EGR (exhaust gas recirculation) valves like to stick on these cars, they get fouled up with carbon and if they get stuck open, the car will not want to idle well and even stall out. they are vacumn operated and can usually be cleaned with some carb cleaner and small picks. before you clean it, try moving the diaphram up with your fingers and see if it comes back down. this will tell you if its stuck. the EGR manifold port can also become clogged solid and requires removal for cleaning.
SOURCE: My 2001 Nissan runs great until I take my foot off
Comment by the FixYa Moderator Staff:
We do not think that the fuel filter has anything to do with your issue. So, we would not recommend changing it.
We do not think that the TPS (throttle position sensor) is also not part of your problem.
However, we do agree that the IDLE AIR CONTROL valve could be your problem. If the valve does not pass a fixed amount of air into the engine, the car will not idle.
Testimonial: "You were correct. The valve was replaced and the problem is resolved. Thanks "
SOURCE: Nissan d21 not staying started
it sounds like gas starvation or if deisel it could be air in the system, either gas or deisel there could be a possible pump problem, if gas it could be ignition timing is out,
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