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Starts with no idle

Replaced coil pack, now car wont stay running. On for about 15-20 secs then engine sputters and dies.

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When changing the coil pack it's an electronic reset. Disconnect the battery and allow the ECU to reset and reconnect the battery after 10-15 minutes or so and give it a restart try.

Ensure the radio and all power draws are turned off initially.

If it doesn't reset check to see that the pack is plugged in secure and it's the right one for your model.

Also try some fuel additive as it may be a diluted fuel issue that cropped up in the time it took you to replace the pack if it's set for a bit.

Also check your wires, plugs and main ground connection to ensure they're all secure.

Lastly ensure your fuel relay cube didn't short out when the coil pack went as well.

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