2001 Chevrolet Malibu Trouble starting

Tiny
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  • 2001 CHEVROLET MALIBU
  • 3.1L
  • 6 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 160,000 MILES
Ran out of gas. When I put gas in it wouldnt crank back up. Continued to try until the starter went bad. I have replaced the starter but still no luck. Theft system light wont go off also when I press the fuel rod valve gas only dribbles out it doesnt squirt. Fuel pump comes on and car turns over but will not start.
Wednesday, February 26th, 2014 AT 6:13 PM

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Tiny
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Spray some starting fluid into the fresh air tube, reconnect that tube, then try to start the engine. If it runs for a few seconds, suspect the fuel pump was overheated. It's cooled by the gas around it.
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Wednesday, February 26th, 2014 AT 10:03 PM

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