Engine will turn over but not start?

1999 GMC JIMMY
165,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD
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JERRYGMCJIMMY
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While cranking engine makes a loud clank sound.
Sep 11, 2023 at 4:11 AM
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It sounds like the engine has a problem but can you please shoot a quick video with your phone so I can hear the noise? That way I can tell for sure what's going on. You can upload it here with your response. In the meantime, this guide can help:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-not-running-advanced

Please go over this guide and get back to us.
Sep 12, 2023 at 4:23 AM
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