GMC V2500 Suburban Fuel Pump Replacement at your home or office.

Our mobile mechanics offer services 7 days a week. Upfront and transparent pricing.

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

(30)

Included for free with this service

Online Booking

Mechanic comes to you

12-month / 12k-mile warranty

Free 50 point safety inspection

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to your home or office 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

Customer Ratings

(30)

Fuel Pump Replacement Service

How much does a Fuel Pump Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a GMC V2500 Suburban Fuel Pump Replacement is $462 with $70 for parts and $392 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
1990 GMC V2500 SuburbanV8-5.7LService typeFuel Pump ReplacementEstimate$591.54Shop/Dealer Price$641.01 - $766.72
1990 GMC V2500 SuburbanV8-6.2L DieselService typeFuel Pump ReplacementEstimate$651.47Shop/Dealer Price$717.28 - $903.16
1991 GMC V2500 SuburbanV8-5.7LService typeFuel Pump ReplacementEstimate$566.31Shop/Dealer Price$610.90 - $732.96
1991 GMC V2500 SuburbanV8-6.2L DieselService typeFuel Pump ReplacementEstimate$651.47Shop/Dealer Price$717.35 - $903.27
Show example GMC V2500 Suburban Fuel Pump Replacement prices

What is the fuel pump and how does it work?

The fuel pump supplies pressurized gasoline to each of the fuel injectors in a car’s engine. The fuel pump is powered by a compact electric motor and is located in the vehicle’s gas tank. The pressure and output of the pump are controlled by a regulator. Filtration of the fuel occurs either in the fuel tank using a pickup screen or externally with a replaceable filter mounted in the fuel supply line.

When to consider replacing the fuel pump?

A high quality, OEM fuel pump can last indefinitely. However, as with any electro-mechanical component, a fuel pump will eventually degrade and fail. If it fails to produce adequate pressure or completely quits operating, it will need to be replaced. This failed condition can sometimes be preceded or accompanied by one or more of the following symptoms:

  • Car won’t start or unexpectedly stalls and won’t re-start. A failed fuel pump may prevent a car from starting or stall it.
  • Check engine light is on. Sometimes a fuel pump will fail slowly, and that means the fuel pressure and volume slowly degrades. The lack of fuel may result in the engine operating without enough fuel relative to the amount of air, causing the check engine light to appear.
  • Whirring noise from fuel tank. As a fuel pump fails, you may notice a whirring or humming noise coming from the fuel tank area, toward the rear of the car. If the noise is from the fuel pump, failure of the pump is often imminent and you should replace the fuel pump at your earliest convenience.

How do mechanics replace the fuel pump?

  • The fuel pump is tested to be sure it isn’t functioning.
  • Should the fuel pump be faulty, it is removed from the tank through an access panel above the tank in the passenger compartment.
  • When no access panel exists, fuel is first drained from the tank and then the fuel tank must be lowered from the vehicle to gain access to the pump.
  • In all cases, fuel pump supply and return hoses, as well as EVAP system hoses, and electrical connections to the pump must be removed.
  • Once the pump is out, any reusable brackets and pick up screens are attached to the new pump, then the new pump is installed.
  • If the fuel system uses an in-line external filter, a filter is often replaced. All hoses and electrical connections are re-established.
  • Fuel is added to the tank and the engine is run to test for leaks.

Is it safe to drive with a fuel pump problem?

Usually, it’s still safe to drive, but the pump may lead to an overheated engine and catalytic converter. Complete fuel pump failure can leave you stranded out on the road, but many times a car won’t start before initially driving.

However, if the fuel pump problem involves leaks of gasoline or vapors, it is unsafe to continue driving, and should immediately be checked by a qualified mechanic.

When replacing the fuel pump keep in mind:

  • Prior to replacing, the mechanic will power the fuel pump directly to confirm that the issue is a failed pump versus a faulty power supply to the pump.
  • Unless the fuel filter was replaced recently, whenever the fuel pump is replaced a new fuel filter should be installed.
  • When failing earlier than expected, the power supply should be verified because a voltage drop in the fuel pump circuit can lead to overheating.
  • Should the fuel tank be lowered during the repair, the fuel tank straps and fasteners should be checked for excessive corrosion and replaced as needed.
  • The fuel in the gas tank cools and lubricates the fuel pump. After installation of a new fuel pump, it’s wise to keep the gas tank at least a quarter full to maximize the life of a new fuel pump.

Fast and easy service at your home or office

Backed by 12-month, 12.000-mile guarantee


Meet some of our expert GMC mechanics

Real customer reviews from GMC owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(30)

Rating Summary
27
1
0
1
1
27
1
0
1
1

Russell

28 years of experience
271 reviews
Russell
28 years of experience
GMC Sonoma V6-4.3L - Fuel Pump - Castro Valley, California
Russell was great. Would differently recommended him.

James

16 years of experience
46 reviews
James
16 years of experience
GMC Safari V6-4.3L - Fuel Pump - Wilmington, California
James was great. Showed up on time and very professional. He got to work right away and took care of business. Awesome job thanks!

Terry

31 years of experience
223 reviews
Terry
31 years of experience
GMC C1500 V6-4.3L - Fuel Pump - Phoenix, Arizona
Terry was very helpful and got the problem fixed! His recommendations for future work were also very helpful. We will be scheduling work in the future to fix the other small issues.

Michael

26 years of experience
187 reviews
Michael
26 years of experience
GMC K1500 V8-5.7L - Fuel Pump - Las Vegas, Nevada
It took longer than he expected to drain, remove, and clean the fuel tank and replace the fuel pump on my 1990 GMC truck, but he kept at it. He’s an awesome mechanic and I’d request him again if the need arises!!!

Excellent Rating

(30)

Rating Summary
27
1
0
1
1
27
1
0
1
1
Number of GMC Fuel Pump Replacement services completed
330+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT GMC MECHANICS
900+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

How to Take Gum Off Car Upholstery
Accidents Accidents happen for many different reasons, and some of those instances occur in your vehicle. All accidents (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-clean-liquid-spills-on-car-upholstery-by-jason-unrau) are a shame, but if gum happens to get stuck on a seat, it can be really ugly and nasty. But...
Top 10 Scenic Drives in Wyoming
Wyoming has a more diverse landscape than non-natives often think from prairielands to mountain ranges to lush forest regions. With a fairly low population density, most of the landscape is full of natural beauty and unscathed by man. There are...
How Anti-Lock Brakes Work
An An anti-lock brake system (ABS) is a braking system that is made to allow a vehicle to maintain traction with the road when braking. Braking is controlled by driver input via the brake pedal, and older braking systems response...

I have 2000 E320 Mercedes Benz and code p1491 came on with Check Engine Light.

Hey there. Your question isn't entirely clear, but I can address the code you have listed. The P1491 code has to do with your A/C system. Specifically, the high side of the A/C is too high. This could be for...

My car is not starting; what should I replace?

Your engine's computer gets crank signals from the crankshaft (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/crankshaft-position-sensor-replacement) and camshaft (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/camshaft-position-sensor-replacement) sensors and then uses these signals to fire the coils. To see if the sensors are sending these signals to the computer, you can scan the computer...

Crank but no start and there is no fuel pressure.

Hi there. Check the fuel pressure regulator on the fuel rail. The regulator will adjust the fuel flow and adjust the pressure. If the regulator is working, then there may be a restriction in the fuel line. Remove the fuel...

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

1 (855) 347-2779 · hi@yourmechanic.com