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Car starts but within seconds the engine would turn off?

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My 1997 Camry LE V6 (100,000 miles, New York) has a similar problem, and I need to step gently on the gas pedal to keep it from dying after it starts up. Mechanic had replaced the "damper" (near the throttle) and fuel filter, but the problem persists. I took it back today. Computer diagnostics were good. He then opened up the fuel throttle and sprayed some cleaner to remove some dirt. It worked then, but later at home the problem arose again. Will take it back to him again... Check for loose connections at distributor, coil or alternator. Also could be clogged fuel filter or faulty fuel pump. Good luck.

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