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1999 Ford ranger xlt 3.0 , starts but dies

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Old Apr 13, 2025
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1999 Ford ranger xlt 3.0 , starts but dies

starts up runs for maybe 30 seconds then dies out , any ideas . TIA
 
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Old Apr 14, 2025
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Did this just start happening or have you changed anything? It sounds to me like it’sPATS That’s the ANTI-THEFT system . Are you using the original key?
 
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It's not PATS,

PATS will not shut off a running engine.
 
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i blew a headgasket , installed new gaskets , new spark plugs , new spark plug wires , new water pump , new radiator, new gas pump , and i was driving to work when it happened truck shut off towed it home and just finished repairing everything
 
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