CHEVY & GMC FUEL PUMP REPLACEMENT!!

[@kevingood348]

As someone just learning how to fix my vehicles myself at the ripe age of 40. I can attest to the joy of getting it fixed by yourself

[@502undergroundmedia6]

It’s always great to see someone that is happy with their achievements just as much as we are learning from it!!!

[@brianscott4160]

I’m I M

[@iakopomagarro6633]

I just watched the whole process starting from the fuel filter episode and I started smiling when the the engine kicked on 😁😃. You stayed the course and it all worked out. Thanks for the great videos!!

[@grendle81]

We're all so proud of you Jimmy. I had to replace the fuel pump in my '98 Silverado twice. Good vid.

[@alimm55]

Congratulations! There's no better feeling than finding an issue and fixing it yourself!

[@todaywithbk]

I like your thought process. Preventive maintenance keeps MOST any vehicle going for a long time. Thanks for the videos!

[@superior3384]

I've been watching your videos for a while now. About led bulbs. But theses videos on getting your truck to start again just did it for me. I was there with you bro. I started watching your intake gasket and knock sensor replacement video. And now I saw this video. Congratulations buddy. I'm now a subscriber to your channel because of this. Looking forward to watching and learning alot from you. Thank you

[@kevinr5187]

Nice work. I also, ended up changing my intake manifold gasket on my 02 Tahoe at a 170K. So, yours needed to be done. We have had our Tahoe since new and have no plans of getting rid of it. Even if you did throw some parts at it, which you didn't, you have a huge cushion by doing the work yourself, so you would still come out way ahead......especially when they mark up the price on the parts 2 and 3 times cost and the labor cost. Good job on sticking with it. Can't go wrong with the support from the wife.

[@bigospig]

The Sweet Smile of Success accompanied by the cheering support of a loving wife! :)

[@andrereid2238]

Same thing happened to my car as well and it was a great feeling to fix it myself. Good job.

[@stevenmcadams5918]

I had to take a nap after watching you work...Wore me out.. Excellent !!!!!

[@ericpigg2689]

Man so glad to see this video. Exactly what I am doing right now. 2003 Yukon 5.3 flex fuel. My pump had been suspect for awhile and I got ahold of some bad gas and it finished the pump off. I ended up removing the whole tank and draining it, so I had to go an extra step. The part about not being able to get the truck high enough was so relatable. I pretty much did the whole job with one hand, and it was definitely a challenge!

[@2Jeezuzisreal]

Ouch bummer. . My Yukon pump rusted out on top I chopped a hole under the back seat. Put in a used one from the junkyard has been running good now for 4 years. GM should be ashamed of themselves all the brake lines Rust out in northern areas were there salt.

[@LoriGuttilla]

My 96 Chevy Suburban 1500 High top van has the same fuel pump. And watching you change the pump on this Silverado, l was surprised to see, they both have exactly the same fuel pump. That was a surprise for me, and finally, l can order the right fuel pump, since is being difficult to get a match just putting the 96 Chevy 1500 8cy High top suburban van only. They always gave me the wrong fuel pump. Thank you very much for the video and the instructions. You are the BEST mechanic on KZbin by far. Congratulations. 😀👌

[@Burdain]

Finally good to see you happy. Just a piece of advice try not to have low fuel in your tank like very often near the red line. Because it will help to reduce the fuel pump live. As the fuel actually keeps the fuel pump cool so having low fuel help to wear out the bearing and all that stuff.

[@preinstalleduser2309]

Burdain Abdulkreem don’t be a hater, he got there in the end 🤗

[@GetMooreProductions]

You gotta love "Thank you Lord" I use it myself when thing's go smoothly or when i figure it out! It's the go to phrase 4 sure! I replaced mine in my GMC Jimmy Diamond edition boy was it a pain!

[@jessemiranda8329]

That's hilarious. I do the same. But..... when I accidentally break something or something didn't work I'm always no Lord why! Lord Lord Lord no what did I do!? I bet He just laughs in heaven and says you'll get it eventually

[@TheRocketbob22]

As hard a time getting to the pump, working laying on your back, only able to use one hand, You got it done. CONGRATULATIONS. Your enthuastic war dance at the end was pricelles.

[@jaysonbarfield2701]

You sir are an inspiration beyond words can say. I have enjoyed your very detailed vedios and your wifes happiness in the background is just wonderful. I myself have been faced with many challenges working on my truck doing " back yard mechanics" and nearly every time that I have faced difficult problems, I find myself watching your vedios and life seems to get easier. You have made different situations that i have faced easier to deal with because of your additude and perseverness Thank you loved the vedio and good for you completing this difficult fuel pump job AWSOME

[@traviskuhns7179]

Glad you figured it all out and got it all fixed.

[@mrgrow2417]

good for you bro... it does feel good when you can fix your own vehicle. this is what matters , all knowledge is self knowledge ..

[@bobbybenn8275]

Sir I feel ya. I changed the oil pressure sensor on my daughter's gmc yukon 5.3. I didn't use the upgrade gaskets, now bank 2 is totally dead, misfiring and everything. I got good fuel pressure, spark, but no compression in cylinder 6. I took this thing apart 4 times. I replaced the cam sensor just for kicks. I'm ordering the kit from Amazon and hope this solves the problem. At least I got a code po174, bank2 lean. Plus my shtf and ltft is running at 48 to 50 percent. Well wish me well. I thank you for the video. Very helpful.

[@jacksmith3189]

I have a 2002 Silverado Good information for later use Good videos Keep up the good work

[@GroundhogzGarage]

Glad you got it fixed. A small shot of starting fluid might have saved you some work. But there is never anything wrong with putting fresh intake gaskets in.

[@GeorgiaHyway]

Hey Jimmy....GREAT JOB! Thanks for sharing your trials, tribulations and successes! very informative! Thanks again.

[@luisvila1807]

I’m Having the same problem. My fuel pump come in on Friday of this week, I hope I’m as lucky as you are bless you for having such great luck fixing your vehicle

[@JamesCarter-ii4up]

Thanks... I'm about to pull my Tank to replace the ⛽ pump..... it's good to see what I'm up against... and to see forehand what I'm looking For and What needs done... thank you... thank you

[@Alma6est]

I bought a pump from the same company, after all the rust and sweat i was happy to just put the pump back in the tank and later discovered the fuel gage to be on empty always. I needed to double check the fuel gage lever with a multimeter before installation. Plenty of help here on youtube.

[@woffordsoverlandjourneys8618]

Great job man you act like I do when I fix my van

[@daddibrownbears]

Good job! Feels soo great to accomplish things on your own!!

[@Toolaholic7]

Removing the rear driveshaft makes it much easier to remove the gas tank.Sometimes that clip the gas tank strap bolts bolt into breaks.Don't ever buy an Airtex fuel pump,these are garbage with high failure rates.The replacement plug ins with the replacement Delphi fuel pumps, were for up to 2001 GM truck applications.The plug in melted which was a common problem.The locking tabs,I throw them away since they are a PITA to get out.The plug in is in hearing a click

[@robertmouzakes8191]

It was great to watch your videos and happy you got it running

[@PeteyG708]

There no job like a job well done. I had a valve go on my 98 K1500 (Exhaust 3), so I had to get the heads off. They were cracked. I ordered new ones and slapped it together, but the job was tiresome! Cleaning the rockers, pushrods and nuts led me to a new level of chemical burns (Super Clean is a hell of a cleaner...), and trying to remember how it all came apart and went back together was tough. However, once she started up again and ran without a hiccup, I was overcome with the feeling of accomplishment. I loved it. When you do a tough job yourself and do it right with satisfactory results... there really is no better feeling. Great job, man!

[@1RoadGarage]

Thank you!

[@christopherpivarnik4959]

I agree. Doing it yourself and everything working in the end is so satisfying. Not sure if I would do this job myself. Either get a friend or bite the bullet.

[@allanbrogdon7453]

Pete be careful there is probably a cause .Running lean will make it run hot and crack exhaust valves.I had trouble with my 71 hilux the intake gasket wasn't sealing right and i burned an exhaust valve.

[@rayn3038]

Hello Jimmy….great Job….I am too lazy to drop the Tank and mine is always Full…sooooo today I Cut an Access Hatch in the Floor of my Suburban….which is the same as your 03….I never ever go below half a Tank….but I needed to change the tank pressure sensor…..whose gonna drop a tank for that !!! and she was dirty on top….have to change the tank vent valve tomorrow….but excellent…I carry a spare pump in my Suburban and all the Tools…spare retainer ring …line clips…ready for Failure…one hour and I should be up and running…Thanks….take good care of your beautiful Wife Too!

[@anthonyeverett1116]

Thank you .for showing me how you fixed it I have an 03 yukon xl

[@rayn3038]

Congratulations Jimmy…your very dedicated….I have the exact same Suburban…changed all the same Parts….been paranoid of the pump…carry one in the back with all the tools needed… it….I hope to cut an access Hole this week…so I can replace it fast when it goes out….good job..…

[@dealstobid]

lol I know this is old video. but i felt good that it finally turned on. congrat to you

[@leosilvey275]

Congrats on your achievement in getting your suburban running again 👍🙏👌😅 and thanks for your inspirational videos. I will definitely go to your videos when I start working on my 2004 Chevy suburban.

[@w3twir3d1]

Everything in His time. Great feeling when it works out.

[@carolmadera6842]

Love these videos Jim!

[@Silent-Lucidity]

Good job sir! Great feeling!

[@shanecurry4661]

Great job man. I bet that felt really good. I'm doing mine tomorrow

[@troyznn2968]

Good video and superior attitude. Thank you.

[@brucejones8847]

Yep i had to get the same pump for my 2004 Tahoe and it works like a champ good choice

[@ElFinoJefe]

Thank you Jesus for giving him lots of patience and knowledge.

[@GreenMasterMike]

Dude I love this video because I commented you on one of your videos about a video about this and I didn't know you had one and I love how you thank the Lord Brother amen

[@Bo-Jarrah]

Lol I did feel happy at the end . Keep it up 👍

[@garywood783]

Awesome video. Thanks

[@georgelung6965]

Lord be with you on this one. That z for sure.

[@nickpanos3405]

Awsome man glad you got her going ,subscribing and going thru your 5.3 videos very informal

[@TeslaBoy123]

A lot work great job

[@Homemadefood_44]

Good job Jimmy im happy for you

[@la1negrita]

Congratulations 👏🏽 love that feeling.

[@douglassprague9727]

I know how you feel. When something finally goes right, it's great.

[@IcemanGaming337]

Yea those little victories feel so good

[@VanisleNSX]

Good job!

[@whitetiger8652]

Great job!

[@franciscojavierpinedo8605]

Congrats good job and great mechanic

[@x-man5056]

Smokey Yunick was a "great" mechanic. Jimmy is still climbing that long ladder but at least he's on it.

[@1964rmcc]

Job well done! Nice job

[@biggs7109]

i just replaced mine and it wont start at all now im going through the ringer im happy yours started bro.

[@andydixon3909]

Glad you got it!!! I would have followed the same route. Burdain is right, you have to keep more fuel in the tank my friend. It will live longer!

[@andydixon3909]

Ya,I saw it all from fuel filter to fuel pump. I was right there with you when you started it up, I know that feeling bro. Have subscribed, keep the videos coming.

[@Uticagreens]

Congratulations!

[@garydevlin5325]

Another great video Jimmy good job👍

[@chevvinuya7998]

Yes after a long time , you fixed it

[@uprednecked]

happy you fixed it man! you also may want to invest in a spark tester like $25 along with your fuel pressure gauge! another thing those electric fuel pumps in the tank are cooled by fuel so running you tank too low with give to fuel pump a shorter life! generally a small to medium vacuum leak with not cause the engine not to start but i will just run poorly! i see you noticed some or the parts are different for the flex fuel trucks even some of the engine gaskets! which is impartant since the fuel with eat away the ones for the regular engine! Cheers man!

[@giftofnile]

Very good job.

[@JoseMorales-ho7lo]

Good job amigo? The smile on your face es pure happiness

[@joncool25]

Good work 😎👍

[@MartinFuentes126]

Awesome job fixing the 'burban dude. Now let's see some upgrade videos

[@harrytaylor6081]

Thanks for posting nice 👍 job

[@kCI251]

I am amazed that there are so many gremlins in a truck with such low miles.

[@PhilipKampf1]

Glad I found you, my 2003 is doing the same thing.. died on me yesterday so today is trouble shooting. I think the first thing I"m doing is putting in a new gas filter.

[@1RoadGarage]

Be extremely careful if you’re going to attempt yourself. Those lines can be pressurized and spray fuel out all over the place.

[@joemccloud5040]

Good for you, Brother.

[@JoeGarofaloII]

My Burban sounded exactly like that when I started up! Before my fuel pump went out of course...

[@victorng679]

you finally did it.

[@Skipperj]

I used to stick a funnel in the tank filler neck,have an assistant tun the key to the on pos, and listen to see if its coming on.The next thing if its coming on,is gently tap the bottom of the tank with a rubber hammer to loosen up the debris usually blocking the sock,and 5 times out of ten it will start enough to get it in the garage and change the pump.

[@jerrylopez2960]

I know it’s an old video bro but great job on this. Yes, I know exactly how you felt! Keep it up man.

[@ramonpagan695]

I know it feel good when you fix your own car

[@wanjockey]

Just found you, my 2002 Yukon was having a harder and harder time starting and finally died at work. Buddy brought over a fuel pressure gauge. 0 psi. shot some brake clean in the air box and engine started, still 0 psi. Found out that this is common for this age truck.

[@Tommy_Mac]

Getting it fixed is Relief! At 11:13 one of the electrical connectors looks like it has a burned connection. I replaced my pump a few years ago. The steel top of the pump assembly rotted through. PITA to replace that pump, especially the plastic tube connectors. GM should have made the sheet metal top out of plastic from the factory. The only part that was metal failed! Came up as an evap code on 05 Silverado.

[@michaellebednik6973]

Jimmy, as another viewer said, never run your veh under 1/4 tank of fuel (gas). The gas keeps the pump cool. Other wise they over heat and cook the impeller thus giving you little or no fuel to the engine.

[@joseramirez-pu7xr]

Good job buddy

[@Milo30066]

Very good feeling!!!!

[@Thundarr995]

My 97 S10 4.3L started just fine,drove it for about 20 feet. Then the engine died and would not start,had to get towed. Luckily it was an easy fix. I used an Accel cap & rotor and the cap happened to be tan instead of black. It burned thought the cap and was arching out on a nearby bolt. The cap was burt black where it failed. That cap was only a week old and they wouldn't warranty it. Never bought Accel ever since.

[@B-S1999]

That's why its always good to test the obvious before u just throw parts into it, but job well done

[@AlecBig]

Lol that satisfying feeling 👍

[@ohioyodertoter6827]

man that is a clean older suburban

[@gearsspinning9762]

Heres something to help you out For your next repair. Spray PB blaster or wd-40 on the lug Wait 30 to 1 hour before removing it. Make it easier to remove it. If it gives u problems halfway. Spray more on it and wait couple secs then remove lug.

[@steventaylor5260]

I do know that feeling of relief when I fix a no run problem. Hahaha lol

[@bryantbrewington2481]

Very cool because I have to get the same thing done to but I will be back on the road the same

[@crawford323]

It is nice to be able to meet the Lord halfway.

[@davek2690]

My 07 dodge dakota is doing the same thing. First thing i checked was the fuel pump but after ordei tested my old pump n it was still working so i was confused n i put everything back together, still wasn't working so i thought injectors and bought injector cleaner which seemed to work cause my truck started after 3 or 4 tries. I drove the truck for 4 days (even on highways) and it drive just fine but the 5th day it wouldn't start again so i go to harbor freight n get the same pressure set you had in the last video and i have 0 pressure so I'm thinking the pump is bad but when i banged it around it worked for a few days but I'm just going to replace it and hope it fixes the problem

[@davidconley3610]

Very good video. PTL!!!!

[@ricardosalazar3813]

Congratulations bro I was routing for you.

[@JoeGarofaloII]

Ayyy I need to do this on my 00 Burban. Gonna wait though because I'm in upstate NY and it's in the teens with snow and I have to work in the dirt/snow ground 🙃

[@IcemanGaming337]

How did the project come out?

[@HUBBABUBBADOOPYDOOP]

Good times!

[@williedouse1607]

Congratulations. Good video. What did you use to release the gas lines from the fuel pump?

[@rbell38340]

I had a 1998 Tahoe years ago and I had to replace it twice. I wonder if Chevrolet will ever start putting a decent fuel pump on their vehicles.

[@johnnys4782]

Like your video. I'm pretty sure you do not have to drop the fuel tank lol. You just unbolt the truck bed and Jack it up. Then you have easy access to the fuel pump.

[@americanfishermen]

What I'm going to have done is cutting accessport in the back of my Suburban that way I can just reach down and change the fuel pump when needed

[@dennisgood2108]

Remember if you cut a hole I was told you have to make it big enough for the angle that it needs to go in.

[@Skipperj]

That would be a good video as I have cut holes in the side of ships to access things that seem to F up all the time!

[@alphasaiyan5760]

I do this to all my suburbans and Tahoe’s

[@alphasaiyan5760]

Screw dropping the tank. Especially when it’s a 44 gallon tank and it’s full lol

[@melvinmoten3307]

gotta love a chevy

[@damkayaker]

Good job I have a 2003 with a 6.0 liter. If you ever have to do a neutral safety switch you will discover that GM thought it was a good idea to glue those wire connector plugs together. Why? To make things difficult for the consumer.

[@jeffmeyers8526]

Great video! I have a 2003 Suburban with the 5.3L Flex fuel also. I have been having trouble with “hard start” condition. Turn the key and it just turns over but won’t start. Then turn the key a second time and it starts. Connected fuel pressure gauge with key off and had 0 psi. When started 45 psi. Pressure immediately dropped to 0 psi when engine was turned off. Not smelling any gas fumes that would indicate an external tank leak. Fuel injector pressure regulator has no gas in vacuum line. No indication of injector issue with performance or OBD codes. Believe check valve at fuel pump is faulty and requires replacement. Any ideas? I think I will be installing a new fuel pump assembly soon. Thanks.