Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Fuel Pumps
A fuel pump is an important part of your Chevrolet truck. If the pump goes bad, you will want to get it replaced as soon as possible. Learning more about the part will help you get whats needed.
What does a fuel pump do?Fuel pumps are connected to the gas tank in your Chevrolet Silverado 2500 truck. They help get the gas from the tank to the injection system. If a pump fails, gravity alone may not be enough to get gas to the ignition system sufficiently, which will make it hard for your engine to achieve proper combustion. As such, you will want to make sure the fuel pump is always working. You can check to see if its working by opening the gas tank and listening for a hum when the ignition is running.
What is commonly included with a fuel pump?You may find that there are several components included with a fuel pump to ensure you have all that is needed to handle the installation in your truck.
- Pump
- Main fuel hose
- Internal strainer
- External strainer
Replacing a fuel pump is done when the ignition is off. Before you begin, siphon out as much gas as possible. From there, jack the back of the truck up as the pump is located in the gas tank. Remove bolts and straps holding the gas tank up and then lower it down. You can then disconnect the gas lines and pump from the tank to be able to swap out the parts. Then, you will want to reverse all of the instructions to get the pump and tank back into place.
What are aftermarket parts?Aftermarket parts refer to non-genuine parts, which means that they are made for your car but not the standard piece that originally came with this model of vehicle. The opposite of aftermarket is OEM, or Original Equipment Manufacturer. If the parts are the same as what was put in at the factory, by the same manufacturer, then it is identified as OEM.
What do you need to know when getting a pump?Acquiring a pump for a Chevrolet Silverado 2500 means reviewing a few details first.
- Truck specs: Identify the model year and engine type to ensure you get the right part.
- Kit: Find out whats included in the kit so that you know what youre getting. In some cases, you may need additional parts before you can replace your fuel pump.
- Pump type: Find out if its an electrical or a mechanical pump.