03 ion starts then dies

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    Chucksmechanicbag

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    Hello I have a 2.2 manual with 289k on it has been running just fine until I noticed a power lose couple of days later and now it won't start unless I floor it and even then it only runs for a few seconds
     
    Chucksmechanicbag, Apr 30, 2025
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    Nutjob1

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    Your '03 is aging, 22 yrs old so parts wear out; fuel pump and/or ignition system. Test for spark and fuel pressure.
     
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    Could possibly be security system has been activated. What is the security light doing when you are trying to start the car.

    I will admit that this would not explain a drop in power while driving, so if the security system is involved, we I have another problem at the same time.

    Indeed, spark and fuel pressure checks are in order.
     
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