Q: Car not starting after replacing parts

asked by on February 03, 2016

I've changed the fuel pump, fuel filter, crankshaft sensor, cam sensor, creed fuses, and relay on my truck. It cranks, but will not start. I am not sure if it is not getting fuel or fire.

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