Fuel pressure is low I need to replace the fuel pump?

Tiny
WALTER1112
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The fuel pressure is low I need to replace the fuel pump. I just don't know what else I can do myself.
Thursday, October 31st, 2019 AT 10:50 AM

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Tiny
KASEKENNY
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Here is a guide and a video that will help with this:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-an-electric-fuel-pump

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VuGxQgWDP-0

Below you will find the process from the manual that will give detail as well that will help with this. Please let us know if you have other questions. Thanks
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Saturday, May 1st, 2021 AT 7:55 PM
Tiny
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How to replace my fuel pump?
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Wednesday, June 2nd, 2021 AT 2:29 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Here is a guide to help you step by step with instructions in the diagrams below to show you how on your car.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-an-electric-fuel-pump

This video shows the job being done on a similar car but the process is the same.

https://youtu.be/VuGxQgWDP-0

Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know what happens.
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Wednesday, June 2nd, 2021 AT 2:29 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Fuel pump w/ lifetime warranty $65 on ebay. Bro-n-law and me never done this task before being safe in my driveway, rear end on jack stands. About 3 hours did this about two weeks ago I made about 50 pics of the process----also slowing' me down----here's a few. Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know what you find.
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Wednesday, June 2nd, 2021 AT 2:29 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Come to Phoenix and I will give you THREE Big Macs! The dealership wants $1,100! I knew they were trying to rip me off so I grabbed my vehicle and got the hell out of there! It still runs fine, but the check engine code says it is running to rich. I had that checked at Autozone. I need to find a good, reliable mechanic in the North Scottsdale area!
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Tiny
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Where is the fuel pump located and how does one get to it? It is computer operated?
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Wednesday, June 2nd, 2021 AT 2:29 PM (Merged)
Tiny
DANNY L
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Hello, I'm Danny.

Here is the information you requested. You will have to drop the gas tank to gain access to the in-tank fuel pump. Here is a tutorial showing what is involved for replacement:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-an-electric-fuel-pump

I've attached a pictures below of how to remove and replace the fuel tank and fuel pump. Hope this helps and thanks for using 2CarPros.
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Tiny
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While driving one day my car shut off with no warning. The tow truck driver suggested it was the fuel pump. I had a mechanic check it out and he suggested the same thing. Please help with any suggestions.
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Wednesday, June 2nd, 2021 AT 2:29 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Here is a guide that will help with this:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-an-electric-fuel-pump

Plus below you will find the process from the manual on how to replace this pump. Please let us know if you have other questions. Thanks
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Wednesday, June 2nd, 2021 AT 2:29 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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I would like to know how to replace my fuel pump on my 2003 chevy tahoe flex vinZ where it is located and how do I replace it. Any help with this would be greatly appreciated.

Thank You
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Wednesday, June 2nd, 2021 AT 2:29 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Hi,Welcome to 2carpros and TY for the donation.

Component Locations


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/12900_fpl1_1.jpg




https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/12900_fpl2_1.jpg



Fuel Sender Assembly Replacement

Tool Required
J44402 Fuel Tank Sending Unit Wrench.

Removal Procedure


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/12900_fp1_31.jpg



1.Remove the fuel tank.
2.Disconnect the fuel lines from the sending unit, if necessary.
3.Using J 44402 , remove the sending unit lock ring.


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/12900_fp2_13.jpg



4.Remove the lock ring, sending unit, and rubber seal. Discard the seal.
5.Clean the sending unit sealing surfaces.

Installation Procedure


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/12900_fp2_14.jpg



Important: The fuel pump strainer must be in a horizontal position when the sending unit is installed in the tank. When installing the sending unit, assure that the fuel pump strainer does not block full travel of the float arm.

1.Install the sending unit and a NEW rubber seal. Align the alignment tab to the correct location on the fuel tank.


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/12900_fp1_31.jpg



2.Using J 44402 , install the sending unit lock ring.
3.Connect the fuel lines to the sending unit, if necessary.
4.Install the fuel tank.

https://www.2carpros.com/kpages/auto_repair_manuals_alldata.htm
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Tiny
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How do you replace a fuel pump?
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Wednesday, June 2nd, 2021 AT 2:29 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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When driving the truck it runs fine under 50 mph and it seems to run just fine if there is more than 1/2 tank of gas. When the tank is under 1/2 full and you go over about 60 mph the accelerator will just go out and come back all of a sudden. Nothing is wrong if you aren't pressing the gas, but when you are it will sputter every once in a while. I drive 50 highway miles to work each day (one-way) where the speed limit is 70 mph. I am sure people around me don't want me going under 60 mph. My husband just changed the fuel filter, so we think it is a fuel pump problem, but due to budget constraints I am hoping it is something cheaper and easier to fix! Can anyone tell me what I can check before having to change the fuel pump?
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Wednesday, June 2nd, 2021 AT 2:30 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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If it doesnt do it over 1/2 tank of gas, it sounds liek the pump or something in the tank, like a bad line on the tank unit (pump module). That year, with 170k it wouldnt surprise me a bit if the pump was needing replacement. The only way to verify is with a manual pressure gauge
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Wednesday, June 2nd, 2021 AT 2:30 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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The fuel pump was changed just over 2 years ago, should it fail in that amount of time?
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Wednesday, June 2nd, 2021 AT 2:30 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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What kind of pump was used? If it wasnt an A/C Delco I would say that yes, it could fail that fast.I have installed customers "less expensive" pumps, just to have to redo it due to low pressure/low volume overall poor performance. Like I said before, since thefuel level matters, use apressure gauge to see ifit is varying when lower than 1/2 tank. Could be a leak inside thetank, like the feed hose on the pump module
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Wednesday, June 2nd, 2021 AT 2:30 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Thank you for your time and quick reply. I will be looking into the pressure and type of fuel pump.
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Wednesday, June 2nd, 2021 AT 2:30 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Should be 55-62 psi.
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Wednesday, June 2nd, 2021 AT 2:30 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Need help with location and how to on replacing fuel pump on 99 tahoe
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Wednesday, June 2nd, 2021 AT 2:30 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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The fuel pump is in the tank and is part of a module ase the includes the sending unit. Aft er the tank is dropped far enough dis connect the electrical lines and the fuel lines, finsh dropping it and replace the unit. Then reinstall the same way it came out. Replace the filter at the same time and use a delco or delphi pump unless you want to do it again.
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