1999 Chevy Malibu car turns over but doesn't start

Tiny
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  • 1999 CHEVROLET MALIBU
  • 6 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 105,000 MILES
I had a new head put on my car last year (FYI)
My gas gauge has not worked for over a year so I am always estimating my gas in the tank. Subsequently, I believe I ran the fuel very low, possible getting some sediment in the lines? It drove fine and I parked the car to gas in the morning. When I tried to start the next day, it turns over fine and even starts, but flutters out within seconds. I put a gallon of gas in the tank and it still doesn't start, but turns over great. I replaced the fuse for the fuel pump under the hood, but didn't help. Any suggestions are welcome. Thanks
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Saturday, November 7th, 2009 AT 4:53 PM

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Tiny
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Check the fuel pressure if its within specs could be a fuel pump or fuel filter/pick-up sock in the tank
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Saturday, November 7th, 2009 AT 6:29 PM
Tiny
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Do I need a special tool or gadget to check the fuel pressure. How do I check it? Thanks
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Sunday, November 8th, 2009 AT 10:00 AM
Tiny
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You need a fuel pressure gauge hook it up to the fuel pressure test port
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Sunday, November 8th, 2009 AT 2:27 PM

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