I hear the fuel pump kick on and run

2003 CHEVROLET CAVALIER

120,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC

TRAVIS01

MEMBER
1 POST

won't start i am not getting enough fuel to start it i have changed the fuel filter and the pressure regulator and still nothing. i dump gas into the throttle body and it starts and runs till it runs out of gas but i hear the fuel pump kick on and run what should i do

Jun 15, 2010 at 9:45 AM

SQM

✓Experienced Mechanic
6,383 POSTS

Hello,

Have you tested to see if the pump is producing correct amount of fuel pressure?
Should be between 50-60 PSI with key on, engine off.

You might find this articles helpful:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-an-electric-fuel-pump
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-fuel-system-pressure-and-regulator

Here is a video of replacement procedure:

https://youtu.be/Lhd0vd8pdBU

I have attached test procedure for the pump and replacement.

Any questions please let me know.

Thank you.

Images (Click to enlarge)

Professional Diagram for 2CarPros Members
Click here to log in and view diagram.

Jul 15, 2021 at 5:52 AM