http://richwahne.com/how-to-with-rich/how-to-install-a-fuel-pump Step by step instructions on how to install the electric fuel pump, located inside the fuel …
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Hi Fred Frazer, I’m sorry that I can’t give you any suggestion on the clip
issue. I’m actually surprised that there is any rust there at all? The
fuel line is stainless steel, and the clip is plastic – so perhaps it is
contaminant that has gotten splashed up on the top of the tank from a wild
ride? (tongue in cheek). I would just say that you are going to have to
compress the tabs on the clips to remove the fuel lines, and if that means
high-pressure water, or perhaps high-pressure air, they need to come off.
Whatever means you use to get those clips off, always use gloves, eye
protection, and something to protect your hearing too.
Best of luck!
Peace
Rich
Great tips I have a 05 suburban and im sure the pump will go someday.
Rich, Any thoughts/tricks on how to get the fuel out. I have had fuel pump
problems in my 2004 Tahoe for ~ 2 years. I just kept it above a quarter
tank and I was fine. Last night temperatures got real low and the pump
finally gave up. True to my rule I had 3/4’s of a tank. Your video seems
spot on but until I get the gas out of this tank I wont know for sure.
I have a 2000 Suburban that after the vehicle sites for a while in cooler
temperatures the fuel pump will not prime when turning the key on. The only
way to get it to prime is to cycle the key anywhere from a few times to
several times. Then the pump will prime and the vehicle will start. Shut
the vehicle off and restart and it will prime again no problem. After
driving the vehicle for a few minutes it can sit for a couple hours or so
and when cycling the key again it will prime and start no problem. So it
seems to be only when the vehicle has sat say overnight or for 8 hours or
so. Also, when I say cooler temps around 15 or so degrees above zero. The
fuel pump was replaced a year ago as was the fuel filter. Any ideas where I
should start my search??
Just a quick question Im having issues getting the fuel line clips to
compress due to rust any suggestions. Got the tank down and ready but the
lines wont come loose.
Hi Angela, That is a strange one. The first thing I would check, with that
symptom, would be the fuel filter. If the filter is plugged, it might take
a bit of fuel movement to allow the fuel to flow. Other than that, it might
be spark plugs that are in need of replacement. Let us know what you find
out? Be safe!!!! Peace
Hi Matt, Thanks for the kind words!!! Peace!
hey rich, my 03 suburban starts on the second turn of the key every time
but rarely the first turn. does this sound like the fuel pump? besides that
it drives fine.
Well done mate Enjoyed that. 6am. but what the heck Nice work my friend.
Hi cbgraphics, Totally my pleasure to help you keep about $600.00 in your
pocket. Be safe, and let us know how you did. Peace
Hi Rich, I justed wanted to thank you for doing this tutorial video. I have
a 2006 suburban and the shop wanted to charge $930.00 for the fuel pump and
labor when the pump only costs $311.00 I am going to attempt to replace it
tommorow. Wish me luck. Thanks again
Hi joe mo – It was truly my pleasure!
Hi sixto cardenas – That really does sound like a fuel pump issue. I’d
check the fuel filter too just to be sure. Without any more details, my
hands are tied. Good luck and BE SAFE!
Hi Storm Hayes – I’m sorry I really don’t understand your question? Your
fuel filter (if it’s original) is an in-line filter that has nuts on either
end that need to be disconnected to remove and replace. What you’re
describing is something aftermarket, and I have no way of knowing what’s
going on there. Either way; be SAFE.
Thank YOU very much for the additional input and suggestion!
Nice vid. Thanx for takin the time out
When the tabs on those darn compression clips are broken or missing, you
will have to find a way to force them closed…small screwdriver is usually
the best tool to use. Swing by your local GM Dealership to pick up a couple
new clips (maybe even a new clip on each end, or 4 or em). This can be a
REAL hassle to get those clips off if they are broken, you just need to be
patient, and figure out the proper tool to use. What ever you do…be
extremely careful NOT to cause a spark in that area.
great video !!!!!!! It just makes it seem so much more easier ..
Hi Cole, Although not 100% sure, I would be willing to bet that the
similarities are going to be close enough between the ’03 Sub and the ’05
Escalade. I’d dive in with that expectation, and make minor course
corrections as you go; if needed. Good luck! And always…BE SAFE! Rich
Hi James, It certainly sounds like you could have a fuel pump going bad.
But you might also have a plugged fuel filter. I always recommend changing
the filter first, just to make sure (both time and cost are MUCH less), and
if that doesn’t take care of the problem, then you can tackle the pump
itself. Best of luck to you, and whichever way you proceed…use extreme
safety measures! Peace! Rich
LOL…haven’t heard that fix yet! Thanks for sharing that cool story!
Eventually all the banging in the world won’t wake up your fuel pump. Be
prepared…. Be Safe!!!
Hi Danni, I would STRONGLY suggest that even if you could replace just the
pressure sensor without replacing the pump (which I don’t think is
possible), don’t! If you are going to go to that much work, you will want
to replace the pump assembly. Once the pump is out of the tank and in your
hands, you will have an amazing uncontrollable urge to put a brand new pump
back in the tank; just to make sure that you don’t have to go through all
the work again. Be SAFE, and Thank You! How-to With Rich
Hi….recently had a buddy of mine change out the fuel pump in my 03
suburban and now it still won’t start. He says it acts like it is not
receiving power from somewhere. and you can’t even hear the new fuel pump
running. What could he have missed? Help! Nyesha
Thanks for the kind words MrDaggs1 – believe or not, just from doing. My
philosophy is that if somebody is going to fix that “whatever”, that
somebody will have a body temp of about 98.6….same as our (you and I)
body temps. I also have a fairly extensive background in automotive type
stuff…but it’s my “can do” attitude that takes me forward. Thanks for
moving forward with me! Peace Rich
Hi Brian, Yes this was a 2WD. My research shows the tank comes out the same
in either the 2 or 4WD models. If you have the back of the tank down on the
ground, you should be able to reach up over the top of the tank, on the
driver’s side, near the front of the tank and get to the fuel line
connections. I know exactly what you mean that they are “basically
inaccessible” as I thought the EXACT same thing when I got the tank down.
Maybe my arms are longer than yours (LOL…)? My best to you!
Hi Chino, Oh oh…IF your fuel gauge was working before you replaced the
pump, I’d say that there a few reasons why it’s not working with a new
pump. 1) The sensor in the new pumps is bad. 2) The wiring wasn’t connected
properly. 3) The wiring was damaged. I have never had a gauge stop working
after replacing a pump, but there really couldn’t be any other causes
(IMO). Unfortunately – the tank has to come back out to check them all.
ARGH. Be Safe! Rich
Wish I knew how to do this a year ago. Got stuck on the side of the road,
towed to gas station . 700.00 bucks later I was up and running again. They
made it seem like a big deal. Thanks. Mike. Fdny.
Hello I was wondering if I have to replace the whole fuel pump if my
pressure sensor is the only thing that is out on my 03 tahoe. Is it hard to
replace just the sensor? Danni
Hi Rich I have a 03 Yukon Denali. I hear a loud humming sound coming from
what appears to be the vapor canister behind the drivers side rear wheel.
Do you know what I can do to fix the humming problem?
Hi hotfodin – GREAT input and feedback. Yours, is exactly the type of
activity that I was hoping to generate when I put this video up! Your
contribution is awesome, and very welcome!! Glad to have you as part of
this community.
Great video; a real time saver. Viewed it before I worked on my ’02 Flex
and other than minor differences (EVAP canister and no real slack in the
wiring on mine), it was a really smooth job. Thanks for the video.
Hey man thanks for your time and patience to do this video. Your the man. I
actually did it on a 2003 tahoe.
Thanks for the video Rich. Would the removal steps be the same on the
flex-fuel version?
Very helpful, thank you. Took me about 3.5 hours and I consider myself
mechanically inclined (installed cam, valve springs, supercharger, headers,
brake boosters, calipers, etc. myself). Getting the retention ring rotated
on took me a good half hour with the channel lock. I would be very
impressed if a shade tree me mechanic could knock this out in 2.5 hours
their first time.
Rich, Watched your video last night and dropped the tank in about an hour.
California Suburban has one vacuum line in addition to the 2 fuel lines
that you show. The line runs into a vac junction box located between the
tank and driveshaft. The vac line has a slightly different disconnect
mechanism. . Pinch the outside ring at the connector until the plastic
retainer disengages. Obviously, I didn’t discover the vac line until I
dropped the tank, and disconnecting then worked ok, but the line
@kirktowns The filler hose was a bit tricky, but don’t let it get the best
of you. After you remove the hose clamps from either end of the filler
hose, grab hold of it and turn it to break it loose from the tank and the
tube coming down from the filler. Once it turns freely, twist and pull (and
it might be tough) on the end going into the tank and it will come off.
Once you get that end off you are home free. Just pull hard and you will
win. Best of luck. Thanks!
awesome vid
@jhonnyem626 Those fuel line clips are a little tricky, but there is a spot
in the video that shows, as well as I could, how to get them off of the
pump and steel lines. Be very careful or you will break them; which will
mean a trip to the dealership for new ones. Be Safe! Rich
HI,Rich. I’m going to change the fuel pump and regulator in my 2003dodge
Ram2500 5.7L. What’s the best way to do this? Also The reason I’m Replacing
the fuel pump and regulator is because I have no horse power when going up
a hill,almost like if gas is not being pump as I accelerate.I have check my
injentors and found that one of them was bad so I replace it,then I check
my Fuel pressure and it was at 50 Psi, even if I accelerate it wouldn’t
move from 50 Psi. ‘m I heading in the right direction?
Sorry no inline filter on 05 and up with flex fuel.
… stretched tight. Might be good to try and disconnect prior to dropping
tank.
Thank you for the kind words. When I put this video together, I had NO idea
it would have such a positive impact on so many other shade-tree mechanics.
Be Safe!! Rich
@xzaviar1965 — OH MY GOSH….I never even considered the issues that you
mentioned in your comment. Thank you SO much for pointing those out.
Elements like rust, and dirt, and the weather in general – are excellent
points to consider when tackling this, or any, mechanical job. I’m super
pleased that you were able to use the general point of my presentation, and
you got the job accomplished – while saving yourself some cash. Peace!! Rich
Thanks for taking the time to do this video. I have an 04 escalade. the
body style is the same as suburban you did. some important differences
though- on the escalade you need to disconnect all the hose fittings BEFORE
you drop the tank. one or more are alittle hard to get to, but they are
ridgid plastic lines- if you drop the tank without disconnecting them
they’d break off. Also it helps a great deal to remove the spare tire ! now
there’s lots of room under there. Thanks!
hey man gr8 video very helpful