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One of the most common problems that you will likely encounter with Chevy pickups is fuel pump malfunctions. Over time, you will begin to notice a dramatic decrease on the truck's fuel mileage and engine performance. If that is the case, replacing the fuel pump might be necessary. With a little know-how and basic knowledge on automotives, you can easily accomplish the task.

If your fuel pump is not working efficiently, then you cannot expect your vehicle to run well. Every vehicle engine operates by using a mechanical pump or a fuel-injected pump which draws gas from the fuel tank and delivers it to the carburetor or fuel injector. Most modern engines use a fuel injected pump to transfer fuel at a high pressure via an electric pump into the fuel-injection system. If your engine is quite old it may use a mechanical pump to feed gas from the fuel tank to your carburetor.

To help you fix the problem, here is a detailed guide on how to properly replace a Chevy truck's fuel pump.

Step one: Prepare the needed materials which will include the siphoning kit, transmission jack, locking pliers, new fuel pump module, needle-nose tool, gas can, screw driver, jack stands and wrench.

Step two: After gathering the materials, begin relieving the pressure on the truck's fuel system. Do this by disconnecting the fuel box relay on the fuel box. After which, you have to start the engine and allow it to run until it stalls. Then, remove the negative battery cable and use the siphon kit to get the fuel out of the tank.

Step three: Once all the fuel has been drained, pull out the fuel tank. With the help of the jack stand, raise the truck on the desired height. Then, remove the tank's shield covering as well as the EVAP canister. And make sure to disconnect all the fuel supply lines.

Step four: Next, release the ring's locking tab with the use of locking pliers. Slightly tilt the old fuel pump module and then slowly pull it out from the tank.

Step five: Clean the fuel tank's surface with a lacquer thinner or acetone before placing the new fuel pump module. Properly return all the connections that you have disconnected and then re-pressurize the fuel system, reconnect the relay battery line and then turn the engine on for two seconds and then off for five seconds. Repeat this for ten times until the engine become used to the new fuel system pump.

Read and understand this useful guideline by heart so you'll know how to appropriately replace fuel pumps on Chevy pickups.

You can learn more about common problems that you might encounter with Chevy Pickups and also great tips to make your Chevy Truck perform better and run faster at http://chevypickups.net.

Top Seven Tips to Save Money at the Fuel Pump No Matter What You Drive

Here are some simple ways to save money by improving your fuel economy—no matter what you drive.

1.Regular check-ups pay off at the pump.
The professionals at RK Buick report that skipping recommended maintenance leads to fouled spark plugs and clogged air and fuel filters.

Clean oil, fresh spark plugs a well-tuned motor, and properly inflated tires coupled with the right octane gas for your car keep it healthy and saves you money.

2.Keeping your cool - windows up or down?
Open windows or air conditioning in hot weather? It depends, says the service team at RK Buick.

Running an air conditioner consumes extra fuel, but driving with rolled down windows leads to drag on the vehicle. Ideally leave windows open when driving slowly in traffic. For highway driving, roll up the windows and turn on the air conditioning.

3.Get the junk out of your trunk.
Hauling excess weight wastes gas. Every extra 100 lbs reduces fuel economy approximately two percent; a loaded roof rack by five percent. Eliminate excess cargo by emptying out trunks, back seats, and roof carriers.

4.A steady pace wins the fuel-economy race.
Speeding cuts into gas mileage. RK Auto Group says you'll see a 7 percent decrease in fuel-economy for every 5 mph you drive over 65 mph.

Aggressive behavior—such as screeching to a halt or accelerating quickly from a dead stop—can decrease fuel-economy by 33 percent. Save gas by driving at an even speed.

5.Kick it into high gear.
For the greatest fuel efficiency drive in the highest gear possible when cruising at a steady speed on the highway. (This also reduces engine wear.)

6.Avoid cruise control on hills and lower your gas bills. RK Buick says to think about the approaching terrain before you push cruise control.

Cruise control improves gas mileage by maintaining a steady speed—but only on flat roads. Using cruise control on hilly terrain typically uses more gas then if you were operating the accelerator yourself.

7.Keep your engine properly tuned.If your engine is experiencing hard starts, rough idling, or stalling, it could have a negative impact on fuel efficiency. Nine times out of ten, the problem stems from something basic like worn spark plugs, a dirty air filter, or bad ignition wires.

Taking care of the trouble early is not only likely to improve your gasoline mileage - it will also prevent minor problems from becoming expensive repairs later on.

About the Author

© 2006 RK Auto Group
Tom Kline is Controller of RK Auto Group (http://www.rkautogroup.net/buick.htm, http://www.rkautogroup.net/chevrolet.htm, RK Subaru, RK Scion and http://www.rkautogroup.net/toyota.htm.

How do I replace a fuel pump in a 2000 ford explorer sport?

The vehicle runs as long as I stay on the gas. I have been told it is because of the fuel pump. But appearently it is located inside the gas tank.

Before you go changing the fuel pump, get a fuel pressure gauge and check to see if the pump is actually bad. From your statement, it sounds more like the idle air control solenoid to me. Changing the pump if you don't have a lift to put the truck on will be a major pain. It's not a lot of fun with a lift. Proper diagnosis and repair by a qualified technician will be far less expensive and have fewer headaches than guessing.

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