How to Replace Oil Pump | Water Pump | Pick up Tube O-Ring | 5.3 LS | 2002 | 1500 Chevy Avalanche

[@JohnCRV]

This was a team effort. My 2 sons and I like tackling this exiting project. John Jr. took the lead. Lost oil pressure on the 2002 Chevy Avalanche 5.3L. Time to replace the oil pump! In this video we will tear down the engine all the way to the oil pump while the engine is in the truck. We drop the oil pan and expose the pickup tube. We replace the oil pump with a Melling high flow oil pump and replace the water pump and thermostat as well, along with all new gaskets and O-rings. ⚡Chevy avalanche 5.3L oil pan plug torque 18ft lbs.⚡

[@IamLeotheUnique]

I am glad your sons works together with you🤗👍👍👍

[@JohnCRV]

Thank you Leo :) I do too🙂👌

[@davestredulinsky]

An excellent video about replacing the oil and water pumps on this 2002 Chevy Avalanche. I enjoyed viewing until the 21:15 end and gave you a well deserved thumbs up. Thank you for sharing my friend.

[@JohnCRV]

Thanks, you too!

[@photocontrol]

Awesome work John and son's! Great detail showing the steps to replace the oil and water pumps! Have a great Sunday!

[@JohnCRV]

Thanks, you too! I know it was a long one, I appreciate your support.

[@HealthyVeganLiving]

Love the step by step removal of each part to get to the oil pump. Good and fun video to learn from John. 👍Gary

[@JohnCRV]

Thanks 👍 Gary

[@karlbuckles7192]

Thank you so much for this! Nowhere near what I had expected it to take. Truly appreciate you doing this one!

[@JohnCRV]

Glad it was helpful!

[@karlbuckles7192]

@@JohnCRV It was! I just changed my pressure sensor as the source of my leak appeared to be from the sensor. It was covered in oil and the connector recess was filled with it. The really cool thing is that when I fired it up to check operation, I was expecting to see the same, or similar, pressure fluctuation that you had. It went to 42 ish and held rock steady! Looks like I don't need the new pump just yet but, thanks to you and crew, I now know how to do it! You are a blessing!

[@JohnCRV]

@karlbuckles7192 Fantastic👍

[@gblim398]

Outstanding video in every way: the visuals, the narrative and the pace. I look forward to y'all doing the same on my Suburban as soon as possible. Tomorrow?

[@JohnCRV]

If we had a shop. Thanks for the nice comment.

[@ActNaturally]

Good replacement work! I'm sure this repair is quite common, great share!

[@JohnCRV]

Thanks, it adds another 100k miles to the life of the engine.

[@MrMporti]

Great job. Made it look easy!

[@JohnCRV]

Thanks, It was! Got to have help and tools. Then cut out the BS.

[@casualcarolinafishing5835]

That was quite a project. I like how you give tips along the way. Take this off to make this easier. Remove this cap so the fluid drains better. That kind of stuff. :)

[@JohnCRV]

Feels good to be able to work with my sons, they do the work and I get time to do some thinking and make it easier for them. As I always tell them "I made a lot lot mistakes during my time so I know better"😂 My father had a better saying " Learn from other people's mistakes whenever you can." 🤔 Kinda the same

[@BonGalabansafe]

Looks easy to do, but I don't think I can do this myself. I can be an assistance. Very informative tutorial. Have a great Sunday.

[@JohnCRV]

This was a team effort. My 2 sons and I like tackling these kind of projects. Thanks for visiting

[@billyb5057]

all the right gear there mate kind of reminds me of changing a water pump on our truck in the middle of an Aussie desert at 40 degrees c heat parts dropped off by helicopter anyway great video mate so much easier with right things to do the job *left a like 👍Au👍fully viewed*

[@JohnCRV]

You must have have had an adventurous life my friend. We may have many things in common. Yea, my son loves tools, his tool boxes are getting full by the day and mine is getting empty by the day😂 If know what I mean. Have a good week.

[@MyTravelChannel-RO]

Even if the explanations are very clear and detailed, I don't think I would dare to start such an operation :) But the tutorial is excellent, with very clear, and precise indications. 👍

[@JohnCRV]

Something like this is a team effort. My 2 sons like tackling these kind of projects.

[@MyTravelChannel-RO]

@@JohnCRV Hehe! So your role was just to film, right? Even if it doesn't seem like it, I know it's not that easy. Congratulations!

[@JohnCRV]

@My Travel Channel Yea! I wish. It started out that way but after a few hours I was under the vehicle filming with the camera laying on my chest and a ratchet in my hands tightening bolts. Not fun! But I'm not complaining because we had some good father and sons time and quite a few laughs. Good memories that will last us a life time. Have a great day Sorin.

[@MyTravelChannel-RO]

@@JohnCRV I totally understand you. I wish you as many moments as possible because time flies ...

[@p5makersplace]

Hey John, Probably one of the best , most thourgh vids on replacing the oil pump. What was your before and after oil pressure? Getting ready to replace the pick up tube o-ring, and trying to decide if, at that point, just moving forward with a pump replacement. thanks again.

[@JohnCRV]

Before we tackled this project we replaced the Oil Pressure Sensor because it was not working. Once replaced, the reading on idle was between zero to 20 (cold) and between 20 and 30 once it warmed up (warm). Pretty Bad! Once we replaced everything, it's always at 50 (on idle). If you are only going to drop the oil pan and do the O-Ring only watch this video I clipped from the entire project. "How To Remove Oil Pan Replace Pickup Tube O Ring & Pan Gasket 2002 - 5.3 LS - 1500 - Avalanche" kzbin.info/www/bejne/gaW1ppyKoNOWbrc I suggest you go to the playlist to see the separate videos clipped from this project. "REPAIRS 3.5 CHEVY VORTEC 1500 AVALANCH" kzbin.info/www/bejne/nKXRYX2Hlr2DhpI Hope this helps. Good luck and be safe.

[@p5makersplace]

@@JohnCRV john : thanks for the info. short story on this truck - had a 2014 f-250 6.7. Totalled it in a weird accident. purchased a new 2021 f250 tremmor w/7.3 (didn't like diesel). Dealer says- hey, you won't see it for about 3 months. i use a truck everyday. renting a f150 was more expensive than buying a used truck. silverado's here in kansas were selling about an hour after they were listed. found a 2011 5.3 a couple of miles away, bought it instantly, and is in great shape (with 190,000 miles). Replaced all fluids, put a new water pump, belts on it, and, of course, my dealer called and says, hey, your new truck is in (3 weeks after purchase). so, i think i'm gonna keep the silverado, and starting to add stuff. At that point where i'm not sure whether i will start taking the motor apart, or just drive it for a while longer and end up buying a crate engine and replacing the original . my oil pressure is not as low as yours was. maybe i'll just replace the o-ring on the pick up and see what happens. i also replaced the oil sender, and it looks like someone had replaced it before because there was no screen under the sender. Guess we all get to hmmm,,,,, where do we go with these project trucks. thanks for all info john! great vid.

[@JohnCRV]

Sounds like a plan, replacing the O-Ring first and see what happens. if you need to replace the pump later is not hard except you will need to drop the pan to get to the pick up tube bolted to the pump. there’s a trick I seen done on a video but seemed a little complicated for me. Good luck with the project, sounds like you got a good truck.

[@dark_maniac_1373]

It all looks so easy but after having worked on my own truck I know it's not and only because it's easy to get mad and lose patience with it but even tho it irritates me I love working on my truck it's an unbelievable sense of accomplishment especially if it runs better afterwards and the video's you guys make along with other creators help those of us that can't afford to pay someone else to do it so thanks you've earned my like and sub

[@JohnCRV]

Thank you for your great comment we do appreciate it. It is satisfying when you accomplish something like this. It makes a difference when you have help as well,🙂

[@dark_maniac_1373]

@@JohnCRV I imagine it is easier with help but I usually have to do it by myself however my collection of tools is pretty scarce at the moment because I've only had my truck for about 9 months I bought it with 190,000 miles on it 7 1/2 inch rough country lift 20 inch rims and 35 inch tires 52 inch curved light bar LEDs on everything as well as a 3000$ sound system consisting of 4 tweeters 1 in each door two 12 inch subs built-in to a box in the bed of the truck with the blow though setup because the box connects through a square hole cut in the cab for the bass to function best a pioneer avh-2300nex bluetooth radio I love my truck and it had all of that stuff on it when I got it and aside from the gear ratio in the axles still being stock without the max towing package meaning the ratio is 3.42 making it feel a bit sluggish when accelerating and not having all of it power due to the lift and tires the only other downside having bought this truck specifically is with the mileage having been as high as it was it is time for a fair amount of basic maintenance which I've been slowly tackling also the motor in it is a gen IV 5.3 flex vortec paired with a 4l60 transmission four wheel drive the body is a gen II 2007 chevy silverado 1500 LTZ also no one taught me anything about mechanic stuff I just have an interest and actively pursue it and I'm only 22 believe it or not so I probably take more pride in all of this than I should but I try to stay humble though it may not seem like it after this massive thread but I don't have anyone to talk mechanical with so I often go overboard when I finally get to talk to someone else who does they're own work with they're vehicle so sorry about this

[@JohnCRV]

I wouldn't call it "overboard" I call it Passionate about it. It sounds like you will be a good mechanic. 👍 BTW, that truck is loaded with options, Cool👌

[@BOOMBIGZ]

Excellent tutorial! Thanks for sharing! Watching & supporting in full! 25:21

[@JohnCRV]

Thanks so much

[@ТатьянаКукушкина-т1й]

Спасибо большое за полезное и интересное видео ! Хорошего воскресного осеннего денечка!

[@JohnCRV]

Thank you

[@harrybird679]

Yes sir awesome tutorial video i just had to c wat exactly might b needed & let me say perfectly executed! Fantastic job now knowing this i am ready & looking forward to tackling down my next project thanks a million my friend ! 👍 job well done!

[@JohnCRV]

Glad it helped! Thank you appreciate the feedback. Be Safe👌

[@ActNaturally]

Great replacement job John!!

[@JohnCRV]

Thanks Mark. Have a good Sunday.

[@Y_Not1]

Wonderful video today. 😊😁Thanks for sharing.😎

[@JohnCRV]

Thanks for watching

[@transitvandoors]

Great video John a real team effort. Have a great week

[@JohnCRV]

Thanks 👍

[@Reviewing_Playing_and_More_RPM]

Great job John, you always impress with the work that's done in your videos, job well done, take care sir...

[@JohnCRV]

Something like this is a team effort. My 2 sons like tackling these kind of projects.

[@transitvandoors]

Watching again , all the best John.

[@JohnCRV]

Thank you sir.

[@andymunnings9665]

Do you need to prime the oil pump first?

[@JohnCRV]

it recommended by the manufacturer to do so.

[@RaffaeleFontana57]

Hi John! Great job my friend! 🔧🔩Thanks for sharing. Have a nice Sunday.... Elio 😊 ✌️

[@JohnCRV]

Thanks for the nice comment Elio. You have a nice Sunday as well 😊 👌

[@livingyes]

I always learn from you

[@JohnCRV]

Thanks Bob. Have a great day sir!

[@lupox4561]

Very interesting video John. Like.

[@JohnCRV]

Thanks for the visit

[@yesreports]

Great Work

[@JohnCRV]

Thank you so much 😀

[@ScottsJourneys]

Great and helpful video. Very well explained.

[@JohnCRV]

Thank you!

[@LeeCheungsChannel]

Wow what a truck Very skillful My dad was mechanic But i dont much about car How r u doing John?

[@JohnCRV]

Years ago someone told me "Each one of us has been made for something different then the other and that's what makes us special". As plain as this sounds and as many times you hear this we do not find how meaningful it is. Until you stop and think and feel it as time goes by. Have a great week Lee

[@VideoProduction-IT]

Very good content! As always great job! Greetings

[@JohnCRV]

Thank you very much! Thanks for the visit and nice comment. Buona Domenica.

[@giuseppegulino]

MIO AMICO CARISSIMO GRAZIE per questo video molto importante interessante e moltissimo istruttivo complimenti di cuore per te amico caro un caro saluto tuo giuseppe tuo amico DALLA NOSTRA UTALIA

[@JohnCRV]

Grazie Giuseppe. Buona fine settimana.

[@sethmcnamara3695]

How much different is it to do this job on a 4x4?

[@JohnCRV]

Not too familiar with the 4x4 but from what I hear its less than an hour to drop the differential. Good luck and be safe.

[@DanStudio316]

Wow, this is good, I am learning, at least I have an idea on how to do it myself.

[@JohnCRV]

Great!

[@EnzoRapacciuolo]

Wonderful! Like 228.

[@JohnCRV]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@AllenOxendine]

Thanks for sharing and for visiting my channel.. I try to always return support with Full View and Like.. Hope your weekend is going well.. Man, you need to know what your doing on this job..

[@JohnCRV]

Thanks for the visit Allen, I always appreciate your support.

[@musclecarappraisal]

My car needs a water pump