How long does it take to fill a GMC Sierra gas tank?

2007 GMC Sierra 4.8 Vortec. Question Here.: There is a restriction between the gas fill goose neck and the tank making it accept gas but very slow. It takes about 10 minutes to put in 20 litres of fuel. Can I fix this myself. I have been told that if I shove a garden hose in the filler neck I can force the restriction into the tank.

Why is my gas tank not venting when I fill it?

If someone put something in the filler tube, use a flash light to look down the tube to see if you can see it and maybe pull it out with a coat hanger with a bend on the end. But more likely your problem is with a sticking EVAP vent valve. When this fails it does not allow the tank to vent when filling and causes the trouble you are having.

Why is my GMC Sierra hard to fill?

The Powertrain (PCM) and Body Control (BCM) control the tow-haul mode and shift patterns. Shifting is different in this mode. If it will not disengage, it could just be the switch is bad. It could also be a problem in the communication line between the two computers.

What happens when you fill up the gas tank?

Thank you. When you fill your gas tank, a lot of fumes build up in the fuel tank and usually excess fumes come out of the fuel filled tube and out to atmosphere or into a recovery system in the fuel pump handle.

How to fill up the gas tank in a Chevy Tahoe?

-A screw driver to pry up on the tab in the middle of the bracket and the same with tabs on the hose to release it. Then slide the new part back in the bracket and bend the tab back to hold it and make the connections. -About 15 minutes of your time and no gas leaking, Also easier to get to if you drop the spare tire. Thanks!

Why is my Chevy Silverado not filling up?

It must be the way the fill tube is shaped because it prevents the fuel from going straight into the tank and causes the fuel to create a back pressure on the nozzle and it senses that the tank is full and clicks off. It happens at almost every gas station so I know it is not the nozzle. Is this the same problem everyone is having?

Why is my gas tank hard to fill?

But more likely your problem is with a sticking EVAP vent valve. When this fails it does not allow the tank to vent when filling and causes the trouble you are having. Usually it is accompanied by a check engine light and scan code of P0446 or P0449, but not always. Most of the large national parts store chains can scan the computer for free.

How often can I Fill my gas tank?

Can fill about a half gallon at a time unless i really slow down the gas pump. Hear gurgling, and then pump shots off. Did my research and replaced the Vent valve ($21, AC Delco) with no success.

Can you fill the gas tank on a GM Yukon?

From buying research to owner support, join 1.5 MILLION GM Truck Enthusiasts every month who use GM-Trucks.com as a daily part of their ownership experience. I hope someone has had the same problem. I am having trouble filling the gas tank on my Yukon.

What’s the problem with my GMC Sierra short bed?

I have a 2004 4×4 GMC Sierra short-bed with the most annoying problem. My truck has 54000 miles and only got this particular problem a month or so ago. Problem: I can only put about .3 gallons in the tank before the automatic nozzle trips off. If I restart immediately then it trips immediately.

Is the fuel tank on a GM Truck flex?

My truck is not a flex fuel, just a regular gas-only 5.3 V8. To the pull-the-nozzle-out guys: The tank isn’t vented through the fuel filler]

How often do I fill up my gas tank?

When I filling up the tank, the handle clicks off (like it is full) at least five times during a fill up. I know it isn’t full because I have only put in about 5 gallons when it happens the first time.