Recently while driving the van ran out of gas and turned off. As I was coasting to the station, I noticed that the dash went crazy like an electrical problem had occured. I put gas in, but when I went to start it, it won't start. I hear the fuel pump when I turn in to the on position. Can this be electrical or fuel?

 

Well, we need more information as it could be anything. WHen the fuel pump comes on when you put the key in the RUN position, Not START, does it shut off then? Does it have spark? Does it fire or just turn over and over. Does it sound the same when trying to start it as it used to?

I question that your engine failure was actually caused by no gas but instead it was caused by the problem you are having now. A good chance is the timing belt. Normally the engine turns much faster if the timing belt is broken.

It would help to know what engine you have too and the mileage.

 

I've got a 97, and have had just about every possible problem with it. Give us some more information, and we'll be glad to help.

 

With the guages going crazy like you say,it's likely a computer problem instead of a low fuel condition.