What are the reasons for a car starting and then stalling after a few seconds?

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OAlexa
07/30/25 6:35am
The reasons for a car starting and then stalling after a few seconds include the use of substandard fuel; blocked fuel lines; faulty spark plugs; abnormalities in the fuel injector and fuel filter; poor contact in wiring connectors; insufficient driving skills; short circuits or power failures in the engine or car computer; releasing the clutch too quickly when starting or climbing a hill; low oil pressure from the fuel pump; and poor operation of the idle control system. Solutions for a car starting and then stalling after a few seconds: Use specialized cleaning agents to remove carbon deposits from the throttle body, intake tract, fuel injector, spark plugs, and cylinders; inspect and repair the ignition coil; add fuel; check the fuel pressure regulator and fuel lines. Car maintenance methods: Do not press the brake pedal all the way down at once; instead, apply the brakes gradually to give the car enough time to buffer; change tires frequently, as not replacing them can create safety hazards and place a heavy load on the car's engine, potentially leading to accidents; avoid excessive load, as overloading can place significant strain on the car itself, causing damage to the engine, chassis, brake system, and other components. Car maintenance refers to the preventive work of regularly inspecting, cleaning, replenishing, lubricating, adjusting, or replacing certain parts of the car, also known as car servicing. Modern car maintenance mainly includes the engine system, transmission system, air conditioning system, cooling system, fuel system, power steering system, and other maintenance areas.
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