Engine stopped running

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CHARLIE BE
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  • 1996 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN
  • 7.4L
  • V8
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 150,000 MILES
My truck started having a miss, then it stop running. This all happened after I got into some deep snow. A mechanic said he thinks I might have damaged a sending unit. Your thoughts please?
Friday, February 24th, 2017 AT 6:47 PM

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Tiny
CARADIODOC
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A problem with a sensor circuit will be detected by the Engine Computer, and it will set a diagnostic fault code related to it. Having those codes read and recorded is the place to start.
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Friday, February 24th, 2017 AT 6:55 PM
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CHARLIE BE
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Thank you.
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Friday, February 24th, 2017 AT 7:06 PM
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KEN L
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Hey CHARLIE,

This could be due to the fuel pump failing which is common on those trucks.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-fuel-system-pressure-and-regulator

Please run this test and get back to us so we can continue helping you.

Best, Ken

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Monday, February 27th, 2017 AT 10:09 AM

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