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Why wont my 98 chevy tahoe start - 1998 Chevrolet Tahoe

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junque2k2

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For my 99 Tahoe I discovered the problem is a worn key, no trouble since using the new spare key.. details here.. http://www.fixya.com/cars/t23311948-97_tahoe_run_but_shuts_off_whenever

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Either it is not getting fuel into the cylinders OR the spark plugs are not firing. Could be defective ignition switch, blown fuse to the fuel pump, blown fuse to the ignition, bad connection somewhere, you failed to pay for your permit to drive from the Homeland Security Bureau

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