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Posted on Jan 19, 2012

My 2003 tahoe spins over but won't start ?

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When you turn the ignition key to the on position can you hear the fuel pump running?
The fuel pumps are notorious for failing. The fuel pump is located in the gas tank and you'll have to drop the tank to replace it.

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