2002 chevy silverado truck wont stay running

[tmansf]

my truck 3 months ago stalled on me on the freeway had it towed home tried to start it ran for 2 to 5 seconds then cut off. I CHANGE FUEL FILTER AND STILL DID THE SAME THING THEN I LET IT SIT FOR A WEEK AND STARTED TO TAKE TO SHOP AND HAD NO PROBLEMS THEN TODAY IT DID THE SAME THING DIED ON FREEWAY AND STARTS AND RUNS FOR 2 TO 3 SECONDS THEN DIES OUT....PLEASE HELP

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[Jacob]

tmansf wrote:

my truck 3 months ago stalled on me on the freeway had it towed home tried to start it ran for 2 to 5 seconds then cut off. I CHANGE FUEL FILTER AND STILL DID THE SAME THING THEN I LET IT SIT FOR A WEEK AND STARTED TO TAKE TO SHOP AND HAD NO PROBLEMS THEN TODAY IT DID THE SAME THING DIED ON FREEWAY AND STARTS AND RUNS FOR 2 TO 3 SECONDS THEN DIES OUT....PLEASE HELP
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Have your fuel pump checked. It should be making about 50-60 psi. When mine went out on my '99 it was only making about 30 psi. It would never die, but it would sputter when I tried to accelerate. My local mechanic charged me about $550 to change the pump and clean out the fuel system.

[jeff shaw]

my truck is a 2003 silverado with 121000 miles and I would like to know how to change the fuel filter

[LRon]

jeff shaw wrote:

my truck is a 2003 silverado with 121000 miles and I would like to know how to change the fuel filter

Which engine?

[jeff shaw]

LRon wrote:

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Which engine?

I have the 4.8 L ,also what is the interval to change the fuel filter,is it past its time. thanks for your time

[LRon]

The fuel filter is located inside the frame rail under the driver's door. Clean the fuel filter connections and surrounding area before disconnecting the fuel lines in order to avoid possible fuel system contamination.

Relieve the fuel system pressure. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
Clean the fuel filter connections.
Disconnect the fuel lines from the fuel filter.
Cap the fuel lines in order to prevent possible fuel system contamination.
Slide the fuel filter from the bracket.
Inspect the fuel line O-rings for cuts, nicks, swelling, or distortion. Replace the O-rings if necessary.
If a restricted fuel filter is found, clean the entire fuel system.

Installation Procedure
Slide the NEW fuel filter into the bracket.
Remove the caps from the fuel lines.
Connect the fuel lines (1).
Tighten the fittings to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

Lower the vehicle.
Inspect for fuel leaks using the following procedure:
Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF, for 2 seconds.
Turn the ignition OFF for 10 seconds.
Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF.
Inspect for fuel leaks.

[jeff shaw]

thanks for your help LRon on changing my fuel filter,but I wasnt sure on how to relieve the fuel system pressure,I just dont want to mess anything up. thanks again for your help

[LRon]

Just behind the throttle body on the fuel rail, there's a schrader valve (like the stem on a tire) sticking up. Remove the cap and relieve the fuel pressure there. There's a test unit with a gauge that connects to the fitting to measure the fuel pressure and relieve the pressure with a lever. It's not recommended, but some people who don't have the gauge, when the engine is cold, just trip the valve and let the small amount of fuel out til the pressure is zero. It's just like letting the air out of a tire til it's flat.

[Joe]

My 99 Stalled and had it towed also .
Wont start and engine is not getting fuel
How do i check the fuel pump and
the dealer told me that the fuel moduel
is located in the pump.
Is this an easy fix?Do i need to take it in
because it is elecrical

[ED From Michigan]

I have a 2002 Silverado 1500, 5.3 engiine with 150k. the motor stalled on me and now it will not stay running. It was low on fuel when the problem started since then I put 3 gals of gas in it. Put still doesnt want to stay running, The check engine light is not coming on, So I dont know where to start. I hear that the fuel pumps cause these symtems when they go bad, It would be great if someone could direct me.
Thank YOU!!

[Mike Northrop]

My 2000 Silverado (5.3) has no pressure at the fuel rail (Schrader valve is dry). Pretty sure this is a fuel pump. Best to drop the fuel tank or remove the box? Heard both ways aren't bad. Prior to this the fuel gage bounced from E to Full even with fuel in it. Maybe it was a sign of the pump going becuase I believe the fuel level sending unit is part of the pump. Looking for a video or good pics of replacement procedure. Dealer wants over $600 to repair and he won't say that was it for sure..

[jim Dazell]

Mike Northrop wrote:

My 2000 Silverado (5.3) has no pressure at the fuel rail (Schrader valve is dry). Pretty sure this is a fuel pump. Best to drop the fuel tank or remove the box? Heard both ways aren't bad. Prior to this the fuel gage bounced from E to Full even with fuel in it. Maybe it was a sign of the pump going becuase I believe the fuel level sending unit is part of the pump. Looking for a video or good pics of replacement procedure. Dealer wants over $600 to repair and he won't say that was it for sure..

I just replaced the fuel pump ($278 for the part). I found it was easier to lift the box. there is 8 bolts that hold the box on, 3 screws to hold the fuel fill nozzle to the box and 3 wire plugs that go the the tail lights. there are tie down hooks in the corners of the inside of the box, I ran chain criss cross to the hooks and lifted with an engine hoist, then rolled the truck forward about 2 feet. it took about an hour and a half.

[Tina Watson]

I have a 2002 Chevy Silverodo will turn over but it won't catch. HELP!

[Dug]

I have a flat in my 2002 chevy silverado but the "spare tire tools" are missing so i can't get my spare down. Any suggections on where to get these parts or how to get it down without them?

[howie]

here in the last 3 months my truck failed to start twice turned key it would
not turn over. all dash lites came on battery good. dealer had 2days found
nothing. happened agian dealer told me leave ignition on couple minutes and try
it it started , any ideas? thanx howie

[howie]

my truck is a 2002 silverado

[Kim]

I have a 2000 silverado.. has had a hissing sound for years... but now it doesnt want to crank well. It has 125,000 miles on it and excellent shape... Fule pump?

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[Sean]

Stand by you gas tank and have someone turn the key to the on possition. If you hear the pump turn on it is working. If not bang on the tank with a hammer. This may get it to start. It will die again. It is the fuel pump. 2002 silverado - I'm on my third! Carquest has a lifetime guarantee. Lift the box with an engine hoist. 1.5 hours maybe two for the second one.

[cliff]

my 2002 silverado would sputter but never stall. i changfed the fuel filter and still sputtered. i changed the fuel pump and now i cant get power to fuel pump at key turn. any help out there?

[Louis]

I have a 2002 chevy silverado 4.8 liter, I think my fuel pump is going out, when I go to start it it turns over but does not start right away it turns over for quite a while before it starts, but if i then turn it off and then start it again it fires right up but if i let it sit it gives me problems. What do you think.