Fuel pump check: Have someone switch the key to 'on', not start, while your ear is near the fuel tank filler....with the cap off.
If the fuel pump is working you will hear a whirring sound for about 2-3 seconds then go silent. If you don't hear it the pump may be shot, but.....
Did you happen to hit a big bump during your last drive? If so the fuel pump inertia switch may have been tripped. Check it anyway. It's located in the passenger side foot well behind the kick panel. You might be able to just reach your hand over the top of the kick panel to feel for the button on the inertia switch. Push down on it.
If it is indeed the fuel pump...You might be able to get it to work one more time. Have someone turn the switch to on...at the same time hit the bottom of the fuel tank with a 2x4 or the likes. Hit it flat.
If the pump springs back to life...start it and get it to your favorite repair shop. Do Not turn the engine off...it may never work again.
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