After replacing fuel pump car will not stay running

2007 BUICK RANIER
110,000 MILES • 4.2L • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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RADELL GREGORY2
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Put a new fuel pump in. now my truck starts but cuts off.
Jun 6, 2019 at 7:57 PM
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Good morning,

Did it do this prior to the repair?

Why did you replace the fuel pump?

Is the theft or security light on when it starts?

Roy
Jun 7, 2019 at 2:54 AM
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RADELL GREGORY2
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It worked fine before I did the repair. I replaced the fuel pump because the float wasn't working. my gas gauge wouldn't read only like that comes on as a check engine light but it's on when you turn the key but but did not start the car.
Jun 7, 2019 at 3:29 AM
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Okay, Is the theft light or security light on?

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-reset-a-security-system

Roy
Jun 7, 2019 at 3:34 AM
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RADELL GREGORY2
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No.
Jun 7, 2019 at 3:35 AM
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Okay, then you need to test the fuel pressure to be sure the pump is good.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-fuel-system-pressure-and-regulator

Roy
Jun 7, 2019 at 3:38 AM
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RADELL GREGORY2
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I test the pressure and it's reading about 15 with the key in the on position.
Jun 7, 2019 at 9:36 AM
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15?

You need a fuel pump.

Roy

Fuel Pressure (Key ON, Engine OFF) .................... 345-395 kPa (50-57 psi)
Jun 7, 2019 at 9:48 AM
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RADELL GREGORY2
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Is it possible that I could of bought a defective fuel pump? the one I put in is brand new.
Jun 7, 2019 at 10:21 AM
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Yes, it is very possible. It happens more than you know.

As long as you do not buy a Carter fuel pump, you are good.

Roy
Jun 7, 2019 at 11:43 AM
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RADELL GREGORY2
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I exchanged my fuel pump for a new one. I got fuel pressure now, my gas gauge works but I still have the same issue cranks runs for a couple seconds then cuts off.
Jun 7, 2019 at 2:55 PM
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What is the pressure to be sure?

Roy
Jun 7, 2019 at 2:59 PM
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RADELL GREGORY2
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With the key on about 55.
Jun 7, 2019 at 3:01 PM
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Okay, did you do the reset procedure I sent you for the key?

If you had the battery cable off, the key may have forgotten the password.

Roy
Jun 7, 2019 at 3:03 PM
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RADELL GREGORY2
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Don't know how to do the reset procedure.
Jun 7, 2019 at 3:07 PM
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I attached a guide for you way back. Open the guide and follow the instructions.

Roy
Jun 7, 2019 at 3:13 PM
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RADELL GREGORY2
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I did what you told me and now my truck is fixed. Key needed programmed. Thanks a lot for help I really appreciate it.
Jun 7, 2019 at 6:45 PM
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You are welcome.

always glad to help.

Roy
Jun 8, 2019 at 4:01 AM