1999 Chevrolet Truck No Start

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TRUCKNUTZ
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i stopped for gas the other day.after pumping i got back in to leave . the engine rolled over very quickly but failed to start.it was not getting fuel. i noticed that when i turn the key on that the fuel guage needle did not move, nor did the shift position indicator show that it was in park, or any other position for that matter.is that strange or what?this truck has 150,000 miles on it. i recently changed the fuel filter on it . i dont believe it would have any relation to it. it seems more like an electrical problem to me. i have not owned this truck for long ,so i dont know if or when the fuel pump was replaced. is there any circuitry in the fuel pump that could cause this if the pump is going bad OR should i start checking on other things like relays and such.
Mar 20, 2006 at 1:16 PM
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RAYHUT
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yeah it sounds like your fuel pump and your relays but check your fuses to.
Mar 20, 2006 at 9:44 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Best thing is to actually check the operating fuel pressure with a gauge-when it happens it will show.

Any OBD2 Codes popping up, if so pull it out with a Scan Tool.
Mar 20, 2006 at 10:00 PM

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Check the fuses and fuel pump relay, then verify operating fuel pressure with a gauge and scan for OBD2 codes. The no-start with a dead fuel gauge and gear-position display suggests an electrical or power issue affecting the fuel system.

Conversation Summary

A 1999 Chevrolet truck with 150,000 miles cranks quickly but will not start after a fuel stop and appears to get no fuel. The fuel gauge and shift-position indicator also do not respond with the key on. The owner recently replaced the fuel filter and suspects an electrical problem, possibly the fuel pump or related circuitry. Experts recommend checking the fuel pump, relays, and fuses, measuring fuel pressure with a gauge, and scanning for OBD2 codes.

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