2003 Chevrolet S-10 keeping engine running

2003 CHEVROLET S-10
145,000 MILES
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JJSMILES
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I Ran Out ta Gas. didn't have a gas can so I used bottles From my recycling to put gas in tank. My truck won't start it turns over and then suddenly sputters to off. Is it the fuel filter? or something more complex..... Help please I have court tomorrow: (
Jun 6, 2013 at 12:27 AM
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HMAC300
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the pump may be bad due to running out of fuel. try smacking the tank with a rubber mallet or back of hand sometimes it will start and run but don't know for how long. but have fuel pressure checked.
Jun 6, 2013 at 6:10 AM
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