1997 GMC Truck Fuel system

1997 GMC TRUCK
65,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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REDSTONE16
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I have a 1997 GMC C6500 366 cu in that won't start.
My problem started when the the truck was running and then stalled and would not start again. After waiting awhile, the truck would start and run for a short time. I replaced the fuel pump but the problem persists. I bench tested the new fuel pump using 12 volts and it runs fine. I checked the voiltage from the truck to the fuel pump and measured just over 8 volts. When I bench tested the new pump at 8 volts it did not run. I was told that perhaps the fuel pump relay could be bad. I don't know where the relay is located and how to test it. There is also a connector from the pump discharge to the fuel pipe that I don't know what function it has. What is this connector and should it be replaced before I reinstall the fuel pump assembly?
Sincerely; Rocco
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Dec 22, 2009 at 7:35 AM
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MICKEY-D
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I'm sure by now you have gotten you truck running, but I will give my thoughts anyway. Check your owners manual for location of the relay, and better yet, go to one of the parts stores close to you and purchase a repair manual for your truck. This way, in the future you can reference the book for any trouble you might have. mickey-d
Feb 23, 2010 at 12:43 PM