Fuel tank pressure sensor location

2016 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
95,000 MILES • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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ADAM JOE
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Check engine light came on and the shop said it's fuel tank pressure sensor that needs changing.
Jan 17, 2020 at 10:52 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good afternoon,

I attached a picture and a procedure for replacement. The sensor is located on the fuel pump module. The fuel tank has to be removed to access it.

What is the code that led them to this diagnosis? This is a rare failure.

Roy

Removal Procedure
Note: Clean the fuel and evaporative emission (EVAP) connections and surrounding areas prior to disconnecting the lines in order to avoid possible system contamination.
Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief.
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Drain the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining.
Remove the fuel tank fill pipe. Refer to Fuel Tank Filler Pipe Replacement.
Disconnect the fuel tank fuel feed (1) and EVAP (2) line quick connect fittings from the chassis lines. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service.
Cap the fuel and EVAP lines in order to prevent possible system contamination.
Remove the EVAP canister vent solenoid pipe clip (1) from the frame crossmember.
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Disconnect the EVAP canister pipe quick connect fitting (2) from the fuel tank EVAP pipe. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service.
Disconnect the EVAP canister vent solenoid pipe quick connect fitting (3) from the EVAP canister. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service.
Disconnect the chassis wiring harness electrical connector from the EVAP canister vent solenoid.
Remove the chassis wiring harness clip from the fuel tank shield.
Insert a small flat bladed tool between the EVAP canister vent solenoid and the fuel tank bracket, disengaging the retainer (1).
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Slide the EVAP canister vent solenoid off the bracket towards the passenger side of the vehicle.
Position and secure the EVAP canister vent solenoid out of the way.
Place a suitable adjustable jack under the fuel tank.
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Remove the fuel tank strap bolts.
Remove the fuel tank straps.
Note: When lowering the tank, ensure that the fill neck on the tank does not get hung up on the chassis wiring harness.
Lower the fuel tank half way.
Disconnect the chassis wiring harness clip at the frame crossmember.
Lower the fuel tank until the electrical connections are accessible.
Disconnect the chassis wiring harness electrical connector from the fuel tank pressure sensor.
Jan 17, 2020 at 12:14 PM
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ADAM JOE
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Thank you.
Jan 17, 2020 at 12:18 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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You are welcome.

Always glad to help.

Roy
Jan 17, 2020 at 12:22 PM