We went to start it one day. We got half a start and then nothing?

1998 CHEVROLET TAHOE
198,000 MILES • 5.7L • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
Avatar
HMESHELMAN79
  • MEMBER
  • 1 POST
We went to start it one day. We got half a start and then nothing?
Jul 5, 2016 at 3:06 PM
Advertisement
Avatar
HMAC300
  • CERTIFIED EXPERT
  • 48,601 POSTS
This sounds like the crankshaft angle sensor or the fuel pump has gone out, when you turn the key to the on position without cranking the engine over can you hear the fuel pump run in the tank for 5 seconds? These guides should help us fix it.

https://youtu.be/dCjmRL3p4Cs

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-cranks-but-wont-start

Also, lets run the codes to see what come up.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

Please run down these guides and report back.
Jul 5, 2016 at 3:52 PM
Avatar
HMESHELMAN79
  • MEMBER
  • 1 POST
thank you for the guides I got a new crankshaft angle sensor it worked perfect! all set.
Jul 6, 2016 at 3:16 PM
Advertisement