Thank you for this video I was skeptical about doing this project but after watching you my 14 year old granddaughter (Chloe) and I tackled it and are done 3hrs later. Thanks again for helping the everyday working peopleike us!!!
+Lefforge Wesley A Thank you! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high-quality auto parts. 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c
TIP! If you are a schmuck (like me) and need to drop your gas tank while lying on your back underneath your vehicle. I used 3 ratchet straps, 2 across the tank (in the factory, steel band locations and 1 pulled around the back of the tank. That third strap allows you to keep the tank from sliding rearward as you lower it. I used a jack to do the lowering and the straps as a limiter, to lift it back up, the straps did most of the work. (the straps also make it easier because you can move the jack out of your way if necessary. As you will see it is necessary to lower the tank to access the connections but you can't lower the tank until you disconnect them... Yeah, exactly! Be very careful and lower it slowly! The fuel pump output has almost zero slack and the rollover (?) valve (large conn. on top at the back end of tank) passes over a cross member and therefore can easily be damaged (disconnect it before lowering more than an inch or so) . I used the bottom of a plastic water bottle and the factory hose clamp to keep fuel from pouring out of the filler tube after removing the hose. The 3rd strap is the key, without it the tank will continually slide rearward and get hung up on the rear end and will try to slide off the jack. It's tedious since you have to, many times, release the straps and re-adjust but is better than breaking the connectors or dropping the tank. Good Luck!
Got the part from you guys and the how to from this video. Everything went flawless. Didn't think i would be able to do it, but i just went for it and did it in 4.5hrs. Thankyou all!
Good info, thanks. I have a 2003 Chevy Suburban Z71 throwing a code with CE Light. Texas won't even START an inspection if you have the Check Engine light on, regardless of what it is. Code points to this cluster on top of tank, and local dealer ONLY WANTS $1,300 to fix it ! And that was 3 years ago. Kinda wishing I had a workspace to do this in. One independent mechanic suggested cutting a hole in the floor pan dead center under the rear passenger seat for quicker easier access to unit, after removing the seat of course. Then just tack weld it back down when done replacing unit an hour later without hassle of dropping tank. He said it's MUCH FASTER and EASIER that way !
I bought my fuel pump from 1AAuto after watching this video, as I have a 2003 Suburban. This video was instrumental in getting my truck running again. I would offer one suggestion to the video though at around the 6:45 mark. I did not realize the top of the pump was spring loaded and moved up and down, as the new part was very stiff compared to the original pump. It did not appear to fit at first, and I was very apprehensive about applying that much pressure to the part for fear of breaking it.
@@Vegasman77704 do you remember under what part of the floor the pump is located? I did that in the back of a jeep grand cherokee too. So much quicker and easier.
Thanks you saved my butt today. If there was a warning about the pump being spring loaded and needing compression i missed it. I didnt have access to a lift but i could get my Burban high enough on jack stands that i just lowered back end and changed out pump while still partially hanging. The one thing i did also is drop spare tire and rear of drive shaft to make room to get it done
My sub went crazy every time the narrator started talking lol. Thanks for the video though, you guys really make awesome content I find myself coming back to.
Did mine in 3.5 hours . Did it on jackstands and used a motorcyle lift to lower it . One difference though , mine had a line inside the tank for a remote pickup .
Great video, gives me confidence to tackle mine. I thought my truck was rusty but wow, the one is this video looks exceptionally bad. Those strap bolts looked like they’d snap off if you tried to remove them.
Fuel tank should be empty. I connected an electric fuel pump to the fuel filter to pump the gas out. Gas is over 8lbs. per gallon and that's a huge tank.
Wld be nice if i had a lift. It really seems like this could be done without completely removing the tank tho? If u lower the back end enough shouldn't u have access?
My metal lines are rusted and frozen into the nylon lines do you have a kit to repair the lines if I need to cut them? I ordered my fuel pump from you guys last week and its here now and unable to install it...guessing gm assumed they would fail more often not worried about that issue
You might like to redo this tutorial. Your tutorials are awesome, however their is a much easier way to do this... don't snap the lines off the tank, only the big one to evap. Disconnect them from the chassis and evap instead... makes job MUCH easier.
No can do. The speed nut on the front strap spins freely - so the bolt is mostly out, but I can't loosen or tighten the bolt. So much for replacing the pump and fuel lines, not to mention the brake lines on mine are atrocious. Any ideas?
This is an excellent video. Thank you for posting this. On a related note, I replaced my fuel pump and sending unit on my 95 Chevy Suburban about 5 months ago... about two weeks ago, the gas gauge stopped going below a quarter tank. Now it will not go below half a tank... From what I've read, the Sending Unit seems to be bad.... Is there a way I can test the Sending Unit?
I have a 2003 Suburban and all the Gauges started giving really weird readings as they slowly died over a 2 year period back around 2009. Kinda pissed me off, but it was the actual Gauge Motors going out, not the tank sending unit. But definitely test unit first if not too $$$$. I'm in need of a Cluster Gauge repair service now !
SHOE GOD 23 unfortunately you’ll need to use the number on the side of that hose and enter it into the amazon search bar. It’ll most likely say it doesn’t fit your vehicle but it will. You won’t be able to find that part in the store and a dealer will charge a fortune for it
I have a 2001 Chevy Suburban 1500, 5.3, would my Fuel Pump & Sending unit have 1 or 2 connectors? Would owners manual have that or do I just have to remove it 1st?
+MPDano It should be pretty similar. But pick up a repair manual and double check to be sure before you get started. For anyone else who might be doing this job, we carry the parts shown in the video on our website. Order from us and we'll cover the shipping. Here's a link: www.1aauto.com/electric-fuel-pump-and-sending-unit-module-ac-delco-mu1738/i/acfpu00024?UA-cam&CTA%20Comment&ATony
Thank you for the great reply. We love to empower our customers by showing you how-to perform your own auto repairs while installing our high quality auto parts. Have a great day! 1aauto.com +Amador Hernandez
Excellent video! Very informative. I do have a question, though. Is there any Jack that I can buy at an auto parts store to raise my Silverado high enough to perform the job? Thank you.
+beau g You're welcome! We're happy it helped you out. Thanks for checking out the video! For anyone that is looking to replace their fuel pump, 1A Auto carries the part here: www.1aauto.com/electric-fuel-pump-and-sending-unit-module-ac-delco-mu1738/i/acfpu00024?UA-cam&CTA%20Comment&ATony
+chachifeere You will need to use the same style as the OE part. On this vehicle, both the 2 connector and 1 connector were offered from the factory. Thanks for checking us out!
+Ben's Burb It may be a different procedure on your application. We currently do not have an auto repair video for this particular year, make and model. Thank you for asking. 1aauto.com
Why didn't you guys just replace the fuel pump since the gas tank was already on the ground, I noticed you guys used the same fuel pump kind of makes me doubt the 1A Auto pump would fit 🤔
I need some advice folks I have a 2001 Silverado 5.3 liter I have replaced the fuel pump twice and the fuel gauge in the dash still doesn't work....runs like new but still guessing mileage...lol. help me out .
+Pastor Leonard Williams CAYA Thanks for watching. We carry the replacement fuel pump shown in this video on our website with free shipping. Here's a link to them if any of our viewers would like to check them out. www.1aauto.com/electric-fuel-pump-and-sending-unit-module-ac-delco-mu1738/i/acfpu00024?UA-cam&CTA%20Comment&ATony
$279 versus $402 for the same OEM part, don't have to be a rocket scientist to figure out I got beat! I will know next time! Thanks! Oh I fired my mechanic/used to be friend!
Just bought an 01 suburban...it stalls if I accelerate to quickly...doesn’t shut off...just kinda creeps until I take my foot off of the gas but if I press down again slowly then it’s fine...does a bad fuel pump cause this problem?...
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Thank you for this video I was skeptical about doing this project but after watching you my 14 year old granddaughter (Chloe) and I tackled it and are done 3hrs later. Thanks again for helping the everyday working peopleike us!!!
+Lefforge Wesley A Thank you! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high-quality auto parts. 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c
TIP! If you are a schmuck (like me) and need to drop your gas tank while lying on your back underneath your vehicle.
I used 3 ratchet straps, 2 across the tank (in the factory, steel band locations and 1 pulled around the back of the tank. That third strap allows you to keep the tank from sliding rearward as you lower it. I used a jack to do the lowering and the straps as a limiter, to lift it back up, the straps did most of the work. (the straps also make it easier because you can move the jack out of your way if necessary. As you will see it is necessary to lower the tank to access the connections but you can't lower the tank until you disconnect them... Yeah, exactly!
Be very careful and lower it slowly! The fuel pump output has almost zero slack and the rollover (?) valve (large conn. on top at the back end of tank) passes over a cross member and therefore can easily be damaged (disconnect it before lowering more than an inch or so) . I used the bottom of a plastic water bottle and the factory hose clamp to keep fuel from pouring out of the filler tube after removing the hose.
The 3rd strap is the key, without it the tank will continually slide rearward and get hung up on the rear end and will try to slide off the jack. It's tedious since you have to, many times, release the straps and re-adjust but is better than breaking the connectors or dropping the tank. Good Luck!
Thanks for checking us out. 1aauto.com +Kenneth Albert
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Got the part from you guys and the how to from this video. Everything went flawless.
Didn't think i would be able to do it, but i just went for it and did it in 4.5hrs. Thankyou all!
+zeih seven Thank you!
which part number did you get and what vehicle?
Good info, thanks. I have a 2003 Chevy Suburban Z71 throwing a code with CE Light. Texas won't even START an inspection if you have the Check Engine light on, regardless of what it is. Code points to this cluster on top of tank, and local dealer ONLY WANTS $1,300 to fix it ! And that was 3 years ago. Kinda wishing I had a workspace to do this in.
One independent mechanic suggested cutting a hole in the floor pan dead center under the rear passenger seat for quicker easier access to unit, after removing the seat of course. Then just tack weld it back down when done replacing unit an hour later without hassle of dropping tank. He said it's MUCH FASTER and EASIER that way !
I bought my fuel pump from 1AAuto after watching this video, as I have a 2003 Suburban. This video was instrumental in getting my truck running again. I would offer one suggestion to the video though at around the 6:45 mark. I did not realize the top of the pump was spring loaded and moved up and down, as the new part was very stiff compared to the original pump. It did not appear to fit at first, and I was very apprehensive about applying that much pressure to the part for fear of breaking it.
+Mike Barefoot Thanks for the tip!
Thank you! And Thank you for doing videos on all things mechanical. You guys have saved me so many times.
How about redoing video on ground on your back
@Ovtndmntn721 I ended up cutting floor fuket worked way better
@Ovtndmntn721 mine was down and made it more comfortable to cut hole in floor cause tanks not near it
@@Vegasman77704 do you remember under what part of the floor the pump is located? I did that in the back of a jeep grand cherokee too. So much quicker and easier.
Good vid you might tell them to clean around fuel pump before removing thanks.
Thanks you saved my butt today. If there was a warning about the pump being spring loaded and needing compression i missed it. I didnt have access to a lift but i could get my Burban high enough on jack stands that i just lowered back end and changed out pump while still partially hanging. The one thing i did also is drop spare tire and rear of drive shaft to make room to get it done
+d k Thanks for the feedback and for watching!
My sub went crazy every time the narrator started talking lol. Thanks for the video though, you guys really make awesome content I find myself coming back to.
Nice video, I can't believe no one commented on why they put the old used pump back in and not the new A-1 pump on the right with the black top🤣
+sean r Thanks for the feedback!
Currently working on my first car (06 Suburban, Bin “Z”)❤️🙂 I’m glad 1A-Auto has a whole folder for the Chevy Suburban
+Fatima D Noor Thank you! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high-quality auto parts. 1AAuto.com
Did mine in 3.5 hours . Did it on jackstands and used a motorcyle lift to lower it . One difference though , mine had a line inside the tank for a remote pickup .
+joseph bourdeau Thank you for your feedback!
Wonderful video I love 1 A Auto just didn't know that the other end of the gas line was attached to the carbon canister
+LC Howell Thanks for checking us out!
Thanks saved me a couple hundred dollars for a mechanic to do it!
Great video, gives me confidence to tackle mine. I thought my truck was rusty but wow, the one is this video looks exceptionally bad. Those strap bolts looked like they’d snap off if you tried to remove them.
I don’t know to many home mechanics that have lifts. It would be nice to show your videos how a home mechanic would do it ( on the ground )
+No to Socialism-communism-Marxism-demoncrats Thanks for the feedback!
It's much easier to get a clear view of whats happening on a lift so when recording a video those of us watching can know what to do
Fuel tank should be empty. I connected an electric fuel pump to the fuel filter to pump the gas out. Gas is over 8lbs. per gallon and that's a huge tank.
Too bad they cannot make an access door in the floor so access this thing so most of this is unnecessary.
Wld be nice if i had a lift. It really seems like this could be done without completely removing the tank tho? If u lower the back end enough shouldn't u have access?
Just ordered this pump from you !
Is this the same procedure for the 2006 Chevy Avalanche 1500 5.3L flex fuel?
My metal lines are rusted and frozen into the nylon lines do you have a kit to repair the lines if I need to cut them? I ordered my fuel pump from you guys last week and its here now and unable to install it...guessing gm assumed they would fail more often not worried about that issue
Why are you using a steel screwdriver insteal of a brass punch?
You might like to redo this tutorial. Your tutorials are awesome, however their is a much easier way to do this... don't snap the lines off the tank, only the big one to evap. Disconnect them from the chassis and evap instead... makes job MUCH easier.
Any chance I can pull this off outside a cvs With only 2 adjustable wrenches
Is it possible to purchase the plastic clips that go on the sending unit in between the line that you swapped out ? What are those called?
Fuel line retainer clips
No can do. The speed nut on the front strap spins freely - so the bolt is mostly out, but I can't loosen or tighten the bolt. So much for replacing the pump and fuel lines, not to mention the brake lines on mine are atrocious. Any ideas?
Would this tutorial apply to a same model year Tahoe as well?
This job is a lot easier when you have access to l a lift. Unfortunately most of us looking a tips on UA-cam don't have a lift lol
As a matter of basic safety, you should be using a brass drift or some other non-sparking tool when removing the ring securing the sender/pump.
You guys are the best!
With proper equipment, how long does this job take?
Mr. Wise Guy yes
This is an excellent video. Thank you for posting this. On a related note, I replaced my fuel pump and sending unit on my 95 Chevy Suburban about 5 months ago... about two weeks ago, the gas gauge stopped going below a quarter tank. Now it will not go below half a tank... From what I've read, the Sending Unit seems to be bad.... Is there a way I can test the Sending Unit?
I have a 2003 Suburban and all the Gauges started giving really weird readings as they slowly died over a 2 year period back around 2009. Kinda pissed me off, but it was the actual Gauge Motors going out, not the tank sending unit. But definitely test unit first if not too $$$$. I'm in need of a Cluster Gauge repair service now !
My suburban has two gas tanks. Is the pump in the front one? Or does each gas tank have a fuel pump?
What will happen if I break the line part that connect to the charcoal canister and the gas tank
SHOE GOD 23 unfortunately you’ll need to use the number on the side of that hose and enter it into the amazon search bar. It’ll most likely say it doesn’t fit your vehicle but it will. You won’t be able to find that part in the store and a dealer will charge a fortune for it
I have a 2001 Chevy Suburban 1500, 5.3, would my Fuel Pump & Sending unit have 1 or 2 connectors? Would owners manual have that or do I just have to remove it 1st?
+K'Cee Freeman You can contact the dealership with the VIN to determine which one you have. Thanks for checking us out!
New diff cover - wonder what was replaced in there......
So that sending unit stays attached to the pump for that model truck 2000 Silverado 1500 ??
+Sean. G Yes these parts will come as an assembly.
Is it the same process on a 2002 Yukon XL 2500 with an 8.1?
+MPDano It should be pretty similar. But pick up a repair manual and double check to be sure before you get started. For anyone else who might be doing this job, we carry the parts shown in the video on our website. Order from us and we'll cover the shipping. Here's a link: www.1aauto.com/electric-fuel-pump-and-sending-unit-module-ac-delco-mu1738/i/acfpu00024?UA-cam&CTA%20Comment&ATony
I love it thanks
Thank you for the great reply. We love to empower our customers by showing you how-to perform your own auto repairs while installing our high quality auto parts. Have a great day! 1aauto.com +Amador Hernandez
love it well explicit
+Cesar Rodriguez Nice work. We're glad the video helped you out. 1aauto.com?UA-cam&CTA%20Comment&ATony 866-403-3393
what year model was this me 01 looks different in terms of fuel tank
@6:36...why are you putting the old fuel pump back in the tank???
Just one of there test vehicles. The pump was probably still good.
This is a good video, but my tank and pump look nothing like that and I have the 05 Suburban Z71
Excellent video! Very informative. I do have a question, though. Is there any Jack that I can buy at an auto parts store to raise my Silverado high enough to perform the job? Thank you.
+rebelandboltman3777 You should be able to purchase a 2 ton floor jack as well as a couple of jack stands to support the vehicle.
I use wooden blocks in between the jack and chassis
Thanks for the help
+beau g You're welcome! We're happy it helped you out. Thanks for checking out the video! For anyone that is looking to replace their fuel pump, 1A Auto carries the part here: www.1aauto.com/electric-fuel-pump-and-sending-unit-module-ac-delco-mu1738/i/acfpu00024?UA-cam&CTA%20Comment&ATony
I was stuck in a gas station parking lot, low on options, but next time for sure. Thanks again
What about a front fuel pump for a 01 Chevy suburban 2500 4x4 6.0LT
+sebastian flores We're always cycling through common cars. We'll add this repair to our list! 1AAuto.com
Getting the fill hoses off the tank is by far the hardest part of this job. Those mfs are welded on there it’s insane.
Bro was struggling on those connections. I’m doing it next week and I’m not feeling good after watching this.
Can this process be used for 06 Silverado?
+al2vgt You can follow the same procedure for that vehicle.
I have a 02 Sierra 2500 with a one plug fuel pump. I have a deal on a 2 plug pump.
Can I just buy this 2 plug pump. ???
+chachifeere You will need to use the same style as the OE part. On this vehicle, both the 2 connector and 1 connector were offered from the factory. Thanks for checking us out!
Sorta the same procedure for a older 1998 suburban right?
+Ben's Burb It may be a different procedure on your application. We currently do not have an auto repair video for this particular year, make and model. Thank you for asking. 1aauto.com
It's different bc the tank is in a different spot
Can this job be done on the ground??
Yes
If I have to cycle my key to on off position 2 to 3 times before engine will start is that a tale tale sign of a bad fuel pump. Fuse is good.
If you have a fuel pressure gauge use it. My 03 yukon was actually still running with only 15 psi. Should be 55 to 62 psi.
the guy that explains what's going on could be more specific
Why didn't you guys just replace the fuel pump since the gas tank was already on the ground, I noticed you guys used the same fuel pump kind of makes me doubt the 1A Auto pump would fit 🤔
I need some advice folks I have a 2001 Silverado 5.3 liter I have replaced the fuel pump twice and the fuel gauge in the dash still doesn't work....runs like new but still guessing mileage...lol. help me out .
Most likely the wiring or the guage itself.
Fuse... lol cluster
Cluster stepper motors.
Stepper motor un the gauge cluster needs to be changed
I'm a retired shop owner/mechanic! Now disabled. Pickup my 05 Tahoe z71 for this job! Got charged $742 Ouch Did I get beat?
+Pastor Leonard Williams CAYA Thanks for watching. We carry the replacement fuel pump shown in this video on our website with free shipping. Here's a link to them if any of our viewers would like to check them out. www.1aauto.com/electric-fuel-pump-and-sending-unit-module-ac-delco-mu1738/i/acfpu00024?UA-cam&CTA%20Comment&ATony
$279 versus $402 for the same OEM part, don't have to be a rocket scientist to figure out I got beat! I will know next time! Thanks! Oh I fired my mechanic/used to be friend!
Looks like a lot of work to not even replace the fuel pump
Soooooo....... cutting a hole on the floorboard it is
What's install the old one again 😂 😂😂😂
What's the best fuel pump for the money? Prices are all over the place.
+@curtis1951 Thanks for watching. Buy the part in this video on 1AAuto.com: 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c
don't forget about the lift machine
My truck won't start it's runs for 2 sec and died is it the fuel pump r is it the security system
It could be the fuel pump, but we cannot diagnose online. Please take your vehicle to a local mechanic to have it properly diagnosed. +Justin Sharp
Ok thanks
This should only take 2.5 hours at a rest stop lmao
Easy with you have a lift.
i buy fuel pump at 1aauto it defect fuel pressure regulator y try contact but they never answer i call diferent number and email.
+Pedro Picapiedra Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c
Reach back behind here. Where's here?
anyone have troubles priming the system?
Why did you guys put the old fuel pump back in instead of the new one??????
how long did it take you??
It would probably take a couple of hours to perform this repair. Thanks for watching.
How many times he said “just”? It’s just never that easy as you showed it in your video 😆
Looks like someones a little nervous doing this video?
Im sorry, is your mechanic okay? He seems really shakey. I get it, there is alot of hand movement involved bit he just seems really shakey.
He must have been smoking since he was a teen, i got an uncle that shakes like that 😂
Just bought an 01 suburban...it stalls if I accelerate to quickly...doesn’t shut off...just kinda creeps until I take my foot off of the gas but if I press down again slowly then it’s fine...does a bad fuel pump cause this problem?...
+MzBossy Badd It may, you could also try to change the fuel filter if it hasn't been serviced in a long time. 1aauto.com
I will try that...thank you!!!...love the video btw!!...
I would've gotten the spare tire out of the way
My boy shacking like crazy. I hate when I get like that
Why is he shaking while pulling the hoses
Do people actually put rusty shit back together with the same rusty bolts and stuff when they work on cars?
I want your signs
I took my suburban to the dealership, boy was I dumb. You know the story.... well let me tell you’ll....$1,161.00
YIKES!
God?