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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G3500, VAN PASSENGER EXTENDED, 6.5 FREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 249 (ENGINE CONTROLS - BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES)FUEL SYSTEMFUEL SYSTEM DIAGNOSISTEST DESCRIPTION

2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger Extended, 6.5 F

Test Description

2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger Extended, 6.5 FSECTION Test Description

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Oldsmobile Aurora. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

The numbers below refer to the step numbers in the diagnostic procedure.

2

This step verifies that the fuel pump is operating.

4

This step tests for an internal fuel leak.

6

This step tests the fuel pressure regulator.

9

This step inspects the fuel pressure regulator for a fuel leak from the vacuum port.

10

This step tests for a loss of fuel pressure between the fuel feed pipe shut-off adapter and the fuel pump.

11

This step tests for a leaking fuel injector, or fuel pressure regulator.

14

This step tests for a restricted fuel return pipe.

16

This step determines if the fuel pressure regulator, or the fuel pump, is the cause of the low fuel pressure.

18

This step verifies that a circuit condition is not the cause of a fuel pressure concern.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.