Truck will not start

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TALIAAJ
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Truck will not start, lights do come on. tried to jump battery off truck still will not start. low fuel light comes on. but there is a half tank of gas in truck. also, just to be on the safe side did put more gas in tank with gas canister.
Feb 13, 2019 at 2:57 AM
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SCGRANTURISMO
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Hello,

Just a quick question, when you turn the ignition key does the engine crank over or is there absolutely nothing, or is there a clicking sound?

Thanks,
Alex
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Feb 14, 2019 at 12:49 AM
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TALIAAJ
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Engine cranks over clicking noise.
Feb 14, 2019 at 12:54 AM
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TALIAAJ
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Also, should mention key is a key remote that's taped up.
Feb 14, 2019 at 12:55 AM
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SCGRANTURISMO
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Hello again,

This sounds like a problem with your starter. Here are a few links to helpful guides:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-a-starter-and-solenoid-works
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/starter-not-working-repair
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-starter-motor

Please go through these guides and let us know what you find out.

Thanks,
Alex
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Feb 14, 2019 at 1:42 AM
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