possible bad fuel pump

2005 CHEVROLET MALIBU
72,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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SALM1958
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I think my fuel pump has went bad in my 2005 chevrolet classic. Is there any way to access the fuel pump without dropping the gas tank
Aug 15, 2011 at 7:34 PM
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DOCFIXIT
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Nope why think pump"has went bad"?
Aug 16, 2011 at 6:04 AM
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SALM1958
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I have checked the fuse that goes to th fuel pump. I have also checked to see if when I turn the key on to hear if the fuel pump is engaging and it is not humming. When I crank it acts like it is not getting fuel.
Aug 16, 2011 at 8:27 AM
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DOCFIXIT
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Fuel pressure test will confirm also check relay in underhood rear box. Try swaping with #31
Aug 16, 2011 at 8:32 AM
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