Where is the fuel pump on a 2003 Chevy Impala?

The fuel pump in your 2003 Chevrolet Impala is easy to access. Unlike on many vehicles, you will not have to remove the fuel tank or jack up the car. All of the connections are designed to be separated by hand, so you only need tools to remove an access panel.

What are the symptoms of a fuel pump relay problem?

1. Engine stalls One of the first symptoms of an issue with the fuel pump relay is an engine that suddenly stalls. If the fuel pump relay has an issue while the vehicle is operating it will cut off power to the fuel pump, which will cause the engine to stall.

What to do if your fuel pump is dead?

Open the gas filler cap. Pull the fuel pump relay out of the junction box on the right side of the engine compartment. The inside of the lid shows the location of the relay. Start the car and run it until the engine dies. If your fuel pump is completely dead and the engine won’t run, then the pressure is already relieved from those lines.

How do you remove the fuel pump access panel?

Remove the spare tire and trunk liner to reveal the fuel pump access panel. Remove the seven nuts that hold it in place and pull off the panel. Unplug the electrical connector and wipe off the pipes and assembly to prevent buildup from getting into the fuel. Snap open the quick-connect fittings and remove the hoses.

Can you replace the fuel pump in a 2003 Chevy Impala?

What are the symptoms of a bad fuel pump?

Here are the most common symptoms of a bad fuel pump in your Chevy Impala: One of the most common signs that a fuel pump is going bad is a whining sound. The whining sound can indicate that the fuel pump is going out before there are any performance based issues.

How do you remove the pump from a gas tank?

Unplug the electrical connector and wipe off the pipes and assembly to prevent buildup from getting into the fuel. Snap open the quick-connect fittings and remove the hoses. Pry off the snap ring that retains the pump and slide the pump assembly out of the tank.