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1995-1999 Dodge & Plymouth Neons
Dodge Dakota
Why wont your dodge neon stay running when started?
Answer
Wiki User
September 13, 2011 5:12PM
You could have a problem with your alternator, which supplies electricity to the engine. That is the most common problem I've had with my neon.
The other possibilities could be that the O2 sensors [pre and post the catalytic converter] could be damaged or dirty.
Heres a question that could help answer the question. How long does it stay started before it cuts off? if the answer is roughly 5 to 10 minutes at most, then its the alternator. If the answer is about 1 to 2 hours depending on if your driving on the highway then it could be the O2 sensors.
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