99 Grand Am 2.4L Turns Over, Cranks, Then Dies

1999 PONTIAC GRAND AM
225,000 MILES • 2.4L • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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SICK_HAVEN
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Fuel guage showing very empty, but moves. Both happened at the same time. The pump can be heard running for 2-3 seconds when switched to "on" position. Cranks right up, runs for 1 second, then dies. Never a problem with fuel gauge until now. I know there's a 1/4 tank, but will add some more anyway.
Aug 20, 2015 at 8:00 AM
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SICK_HAVEN
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Forgot to mention, NO security light. Every other similar problem I've seen online concerned the security light. Last time I unhooked battery was months ago, no other electrical issues.
Aug 20, 2015 at 8:02 AM
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WRENCHTECH
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The first thing you need to do is read the fuel pressure. The pump is acting normally with the 2 second prime.
Aug 20, 2015 at 10:36 PM
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