How do you drop a fuel tank?

Unhook your filler neck. If yours is one piece, remove the screws around the filler neck. If it is a two or three-piece assembly, loosen the clamp and remove the neoprene hose from the filler neck. Make sure the fuel hose that goes to the top of your gas tank has enough room to drop down when the tank is lowered.

How big is the gas tank on a 2004 Chevy Silverado?

312/390 mi. 26 gal.

How many gallons of gas does a 5.3 Vortec hold?

2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Gas Tank Size

Trim Package	Engine	Gas Tank Size (imperial)
High Country 4WD Crew Cab 147″	5.3L	24.0 gallons
High Country 4WD Crew Cab 147″	5.3L	24.0 gallons
High Country 4WD Crew Cab 157″	5.3L	24.0 gallons
High Country 4WD Crew Cab 157″	5.3L	24.0 gallons

How much does it cost to drop a fuel tank?

How Much Does It Cost If They Need to Drop the Tank? The average fuel pump costs around $100-$200 depending on the vehicle, but that’s just for the part. If you have the misfortune of having a vehicle that requires the tank to be dropped, you could be looking at anywhere from $400 to $600 in total parts and labor.

How hard is it to remove a gas tank?

Dropping a fuel tank can be difficult depending on the vehicle it is in and how much fuel is in the tank. You can make removing the fuel tank a little less daunting, if you know what you are doing and have the correct tools and equipment to do so.

What to do if your Chevy Silverado fuel pump is bad?

This article applies to the Chevrolet Silverado (1999-2006). Bad fuel pumps are a nightmare to any Chevrolet Silverado owner. When they die, you are usually at the farthest point from your destination. If you suspect that you have a bad fuel pump or one that is nearing its end of life, don’t get stranded, change the pump as soon as possible.

How do you remove the rear fuel tank strap?

For the rear strap, you’ll need an assistant to hold the tank while you remove it. The tank will be heavy, so you don’t want it crashing down onto the floor. If you do not have a helper, you can use the hydraulic floor jack to hold the tank and then lower it carefully when the last strap is removed.

What should I do if my fuel pump is leaking gas?

Pull the fuel pump relay and start the engine in order to relieve gas pressure in the line and the pump. Make sure that you are working in a well ventilated area free of any heat sources, sparks and open flames. Do not smoke while working around fuel sources.

How do you replace a fuel pump relay on a truck?

Reconnect the power plugs to the top of the fuel pump with the quick connect wiring harnesses. Reconnect the fuel lines and lastly, reconnect the filler neck and tighten down the hose clamp and the vapor hose. Keep the truck in the air while you replace the fuel pump relay and start your truck.