I experienced this same problem before too. The security system could be the problem. The imobaliser shuts of the car if it thinks there is a problem with the ignition(if it was hotwired).
If a car starts and then dies, it is possible that poor quality gasoline is being used. Another problem may be that the engine needs new spark plugs.
It's probably your IAC.
If you are saying the engine starts and runs for 15 seconds and dies and then starts again for another 15 seconds and dies . . . the distributor seems to be doing its job. You might want to check if there is a fuel restriction somewhere (filter or pump).
Either it starts and dies, or it will not crank.Either it starts and dies, or it will not crank.
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If the engine light is coming on at the same time as it the engine dies and I am guessing it starts again. It may be your electric fuel pump. You left too little information about the sympton as it could be a number of things. The check engine light will come on if the engine dies. it could be your o2 sensor
replace your crank sensor....or when it dies dump cold water on it to see if it starts again
try replacing the fuel pump Randy
check fuel pump fuel pump
If engine starts, Fevs, then dies. Check for diesel fuel in gas tank.
2007 honda civic starts up then dies
Lack of fuel .