Engine cranks but will not start

Tiny
RWCUNNIN
  • MEMBER
  • 2011 NISSAN SENTRA
  • 2.5L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • MANUAL
  • 189,800 MILES
Engine sounded like it had an internal rattle. Engine idle sounded around 2,500, but tachometer showed about 700. Engine shuts off. It will crank over but won’t start. There are metal shavings in engine bay, but can’t find anything broke yet. All fluids look good. Any ideas?
Friday, January 29th, 2021 AT 11:31 PM

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Tiny
SEVAG P
  • MECHANIC
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Hello,

remove oil filter check for metal particles, to make sure no engine internal damage. send us video for your engine when making rattling noise. use scan tool check fault codes to narrow down the problem check our link below how to read fault codes.

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

check our link below how to fix engine stalling problem.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-stalls

read the fault codes send to us to show you the diagnostic procedure, also if you can check picture after removing the oil filter if you find metal particles inside it.

thank you.
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