Engine cranks but will not start

2011 NISSAN SENTRA
189,800 MILES • 2.5L • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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RWCUNNIN
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Engine sounded like it had an internal rattle. Engine idle sounded around 2,500, but tachometer showed about 700. Engine shuts off. It will crank over but won’t start. There are metal shavings in engine bay, but can’t find anything broke yet. All fluids look good. Any ideas?
Jan 29, 2021 at 3:31 PM
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SEVAG P
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hello,

remove oil filter check for metal particles, to make sure no engine internal damage. send us video for your engine when making rattling noise. use scan tool check fault codes to narrow down the problem check our link below how to read fault codes.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

check our link below how to fix engine stalling problem.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-stalls

read the fault codes send to us to show you the diagnostic procedure, also if you can check picture after removing the oil filter if you find metal particles inside it.

thank you.
Jan 29, 2021 at 8:31 PM
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