Ran it out of gas not it will not stay running

2008 JEEP PATRIOT
162,000 MILES • 2.4L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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KERI LAYLIN
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My vehicle ran out of gas. I've put about a gallon in it. It starts but won't stay running.
Dec 16, 2019 at 10:57 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good morning,

when you run out of fuel, you damage the fuel pump. Fuel keeps the pump cool and acts as a lubricant. When you run out of fuel, it is like running an engine without oil.

You need a new fuel pump.

Roy
Dec 17, 2019 at 1:59 AM