Cranks but does not start after getting gas

Hi,

This could be related to the fuel pump, but (and this is a theory) based on your description, it sounds like it may be a crankshaft position sensor. When they begin to fail, it is common for heat to adversely affect them. Once they sit for a bit and cool down, they work again.

Do me a favor and take a look through this link and let me know if it seems to mirror what you have experienced:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/symptoms-of-a-bad-crankshaft-sensor

There is a simple way to test this issue. See if the engine starts for a couple of seconds using starting fluid. If it does and then stalls, we know it is fuel related. If there is no change, chances are we lost the ignition spark due to a faulty sensor. So, if this happens, here is a link that explains how to test for ignition spark.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-for-ignition-spark

Try this and let me know what you find. Also, if you have a tachometer in the vehicle, pay attention to it. See if it moves a little when cranking.

Let me know what you find, and I hope you have a great 4th of July.

Take care,

Joe