why is the engine starting but will not stay running

Question

I have a 2001 ford winstar van with a 3.8 engine it will but willnot stay running i have put in a new coil and that worked for a long wile but its doing it again

Answer 1

Engine won't stay running? Several reason for the engine to not stay running, these would be Low RPM due to the IAC (idle air control), a intermittent camposition sensor, mechanical condition. Low fuel pressure. In order for the engine to stay running the RPM must be above 500 RPM, How is the idle condition especially under load, If it stall when put in gear the IAC is supect and the camposition sensor is suspected for faulty condition, These 2 componenet can contribute to staling