Will not start

Tiny
JOSEPH MCCLAIN
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  • 1987 FORD F-150
  • 4.9L
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 150,000 MILES
Motor will start by putting gas in air intake, but goes dead after burning gas. Idled rough before shutting off.
Fast idle when it gets gas.
Tuesday, June 25th, 2019 AT 8:09 PM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Hello,

Can I ask if you hear the fuel pump running in the tank if the key is turned on without cranking the engine over?

This guide will help us get started:

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

Please run down this guide and report back.
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Monday, May 31st, 2021 AT 12:47 PM

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