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Old Oct 23, 2006 | 10:58 AM
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91- 6 speed. I had a fiend install a new battery and since then when i turn the ignition to start position starter will not spin, battery has 13.5 volts, all lights on dash light up. Jumped starter from underside and motor spins, When I jumped the starter she fired and ran for about 10 seconds then stalled and would not re-fire. There is spark at the plugs and when i turn the key on i can hear the fuel pump run for a few seconds and then shuts off. Can anyone help. Thank You.
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Old Oct 23, 2006 | 11:04 AM
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Isnt this the classic VATS malfunction????
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Old Oct 23, 2006 | 12:47 PM
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Try pulling the ignition key, lock & unlock the drivers door, then retry the ignition, worked on my 90 & 92.

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Old Oct 23, 2006 | 12:50 PM
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This sounds like a VATS problem. Try cleaning the pellet on the key with alcohol and see if that helps
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