i ran my chrysler 300 touring out of gas. i put 2 gals in and drive to station 20 mls away shut car off pump gas and leave. i drive across the street and now car wont start the fuel pump not engaging

Asked by brandibuckley Mar 20, 2012 at 06:07 PM about the Chrysler 300M

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

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Anytime a fuel pump runs dry you risk the chance of burning out fuel pump. The pump needs fuel to lubricate and cool pump. When you were running out of gas the pump was going full bore to keep pressure up. This will cause pump failure. Changing the pump on these cars is not to terrible of a job. My advise would be to get a Haynes book and follow their procedure. The books are about $30 and should be available at most Auto Stores. Repost if you have any questions.

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