We went to start it one day. We got half a start and then nothing?

Tiny
HMESHELMAN79
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  • 1998 CHEVROLET TAHOE
  • 5.7L
  • V8
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 198,000 MILES
We went to start it one day. We got half a start and then nothing?
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Tuesday, July 5th, 2016 AT 3:06 PM

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Tiny
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This sounds like the crankshaft angle sensor or the fuel pump has gone out, when you turn the key to the on position without cranking the engine over can you hear the fuel pump run in the tank for 5 seconds? These guides should help us fix it.

https://youtu.be/dCjmRL3p4Cs

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-cranks-but-wont-start

Also, lets run the codes to see what come up.

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

Please run down these guides and report back.
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Tuesday, July 5th, 2016 AT 3:52 PM
Tiny
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Thank you for the guides I got a new crankshaft angle sensor it worked perfect! All set.
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Wednesday, July 6th, 2016 AT 3:16 PM

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