bassmaster Posted December 28, 2013 Share Posted December 28, 2013 Does anyone know where the fuel pressure regulator is on a2011 Chevy Silverado 1500 with the 4.8l V8? I ask this because I am experiencingproblems with my truck that lead me to thinking that the pressure regulator maybe bad. The truck is hard to start after it has sat for a while say overnightor like 8 hours. Its seems it is worse when it is cold outside. The problem hasrecently started occurring and has seemed to get worse. Once I go to crank thecar, it doesn’t crank the first time then the set cranking time is disabled soyou have to hold the key. The starter motor turns fine and then it finallycranks then bogs down for a second at 200 rpm’s, then fires up to 1500 rpm’slike it should. It idles rough for about 15 seconds before it smooth’s out. Youcan see the antenna shake when it does that. Once it cranks you have to step onthe gas petal to keep it from stalling. If you try to put it in reverse quickit will stall. If you give it gas while it is cranking it seems to crankeasier. After that it runs perfectlyfine. It does not do it when the engine is hot, nor does it idle rough when itis hot. So that is what leads me to thinking that the pressure is leaking outof the system because it acts as if there is no fuel there. I’ve had thebattery and starter checked so that eliminated that. I took it to thedealership and they couldn’t figure out what was wrong. They hooked it up to theirdiagnostic system and it couldn’t find anything wrong. No codes are showing up.I let it set overnight there so a technician could crank it in the morning totry to figure out the problem. They suggested that I have the throttle bodycleaned along with the fuel injectors and that might fix the problem, but they couldn’tguarantee that. . They never checked anything with the fuel system. I guessthey didn’t think that was the cause? But it wasn’t doing it as bad then as itis now. It didn’t stall then or not crank on the first try, just bog down whenthey looked at it. If it were a sensor, I would think a code would show up. That’swhat makes me think there is something wrong with the fuel system. The truck doesn’tact up once it cranks for the first time so I figured it wouldn’t be the fuelpump. Is there any way of testing is the fuel pressure regulator is bad. Or dothese sound like symptoms of it. If so where is it located? I posed something acouple weeks ago about it but this is it now. Here is a video of it having theproblem. At the end you can hear the engine finally crank and hear it “bog down.”The first video is what it was doing when the dealer looked at it, and thesecond is what it is doing now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassmaster Posted December 29, 2013 Author Share Posted December 29, 2013 If I took it back to the dealer, would they fix this problem under the warranty? They don’t need to hook it up to any diagnostic machine again because they already did that. Would it fall under the powertrain warranty? Just wondering what is would cost to take it back again for them to look at it? I just don’t want to pay them again and they not find the problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amc31b Posted December 31, 2013 Share Posted December 31, 2013 My truck is having this problem but it isnt as bad as Bassmaster's problem. It is just cranking a little weak and making the front of the truck shimmy for the first few seconds after starting. It only happens when it is cold outside and the truck has sat for more than 8 hours or so. I was initially blaming the the battery getting weak in the cold but the first TSB posted really sounds accurate. I am going to try running my fuel tank very low and filling up with fresh gas to see if that helps. Govtech4- Thanks a bunch, Keep the helpful posts coming! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doug_Scott Posted December 29, 2013 Share Posted December 29, 2013 If your truck is less than 36 months old, and under 60km(in Canada) it is covered under the bumper to bumper. Did you find the thread on here regarding the service bulletin on the TPS? What sort of relationship do you have with the dealer you purchased it from? A 2011 should not be far out of warranty, if the relationship with dealer is good, they will likely take care of you. Found the post.. http://www.gm-trucks.com/forums/topic/155535-engine-power-reduced-service-traction-control-service-stabilitrak/?hl=%2Brecall+%2Btps&do=findComment&comment=1378540 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassmaster Posted December 29, 2013 Author Share Posted December 29, 2013 Well it's got a little over 59,000 miles so that's out of the question. The problem is I bought it used from a ford dealership with 54,000 on it so I doubt they would do anything about it. Should I take it there or another Chevy dealership? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AvalancheLTZ Posted September 17, 2016 Share Posted September 17, 2016 Had my fuel injectors changed as they where bleeding down pressure, that was last week..... and haven't had the starting issue since. Before the injectors I would have the starting issue every day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cody Halkett Posted June 13, 2016 Share Posted June 13, 2016 Bassmaster (or anyone .....), My 2010 GMC Sierra is doing the same exact thing. Started right around the same time I replaced the intake manifold gasket due to a leak. So far I have - replaced the MAF - replaced the O2 sensors - replaced the fuel pump - cleaned throttle body When cold I have ZERO fuel pressure - suspected clogged fuel filter thus the fuel pump was replaced but the issue remains. In order to get the truck started when cold I floor the accelerator while its turning over it that gets it to fire up. The fuel pressure remains at 0 for about a minute or two and then it slowly rises to about 43. Once warm the system operates as it should - key on pressure at around 60, starts fine and idles at around 50 and then settles down to 43 ish. I suspect now that I need a PCM. I am receiving faults P01175 and P0172 (system too rich). How did you finally resolve your problem? Was it the PCM? I'm doing all the work myself so I am nto paying a ton, but I hate to spend good money after bad and keep throwing parts in it that I don't need. Thanks Andy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cody Halkett Posted June 13, 2016 Share Posted June 13, 2016 Did you happen to find out anything on this fuel issue? Mines been doing it for about a 6 months! I have to cycle and crank the engine over 3 times in order for it to start, sure am getting sick of throwing money at mechanics to figure it out when no one seems to know what's going on.. No codes or nothing!! Just this stupid fuel problem! I love my truck but this is getting embarrassing!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AvalancheLTZ Posted July 27, 2016 Share Posted July 27, 2016 I am having the exact same issue with my 07 Avalanche. Has anyone encountered a solution to these starting issues? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amc31b Posted January 4, 2014 Share Posted January 4, 2014 A quick follow up on this problem- I ran my tank nearly empty and filled up with fresh gas on Monday. My truck sat for 1 day, was started and it fired right up, first time no problems. I drove around and did a few things and then the truck sat again. This time the truck sat for 2 days and was started in 7 degree weather. The engine turned right over and ran great, no stumbling. It has been very cold the rest of this week and the problem has not come back at all! I am going to call my problem solved! I never liked to run my gas tank beyond half empty because I didn't like paying the price for a full tank of gas. Now I will make sure to run it down every few weeks just to make sure I don't have this issue again. Thanks Govtech! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doug_Scott Posted December 29, 2013 Share Posted December 29, 2013 Well it's got a little over 59,000 miles so that's out of the question. The problem is I bought it used from a ford dealership with 54,000 on it so I doubt they would do anything about it. Should I take it there or another Chevy dealership? Doubt the selling dealer will be of any use, unless you just purchased this truck in the last few months. One of the good things about ODBII is how the codes are the same between different manufactuters. Should not really matter to the mechanic (assuming mechanic is open minded) what make the ODBII system is bolted to. Troubleshooting should be the same flow chart for a Ford as it is for a GM. That being said, your issue does not throw a code, so asking a Ford mechanic to look into a drivabilithy issue on a GM may not work out in your favour. When you go to start the truck, do you let go of the key right after the engine begins turning over? The trunk will normally crank over until it starts, up until the default crank time is met. I do not know what this limit is, but do know it is longer than 5 seconds, on my truck. On your next cold start (actually do this on all startups), with your right foot on the brake pedal (doing this ensures you are not accidentally resting your foot a bit harder than you think), turn key to On position for a few seconds(try waiting for fuel pump to stop pumping), then turn it to start position(without turning key off first), and release key after engine starts cranking. Instead of actually turning the key back, just open your fingers and let the key do what they want. Engine should start within seconds, if not in the first second. BTW, a "second" when cranking an engine is a hell of a lot loinger than you will believe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Doug_Scott Posted December 28, 2013 Share Posted December 28, 2013 It sounds exactly like the gas pedal is being pressed down. I read somewhere on here about a service bulletin on the TPS. Does that service bulletin apply to this truck? Not unusual for dealer to not know of a service bulletin. My truck is a 2010. I can just turn the key to start, and let go of it right away. Truck will continue to crank until it starts. I think it may have not started twice doing it that way. I have been recently pressing the brake pedal when starting the truck. Not for any real reason, but, it is the first pedal I have to push before I can take it our of park anyways. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmtech4 Posted December 28, 2013 Share Posted December 28, 2013 It sounds exactly like the gas pedal is being pressed down. I read somewhere on here about a service bulletin on the TPS. Does that service bulletin apply to this truck? Not unusual for dealer to not know of a service bulletin. My truck is a 2010. I can just turn the key to start, and let go of it right away. Truck will continue to crank until it starts. I think it may have not started twice doing it that way. I have been recently pressing the brake pedal when starting the truck. Not for any real reason, but, it is the first pedal I have to push before I can take it our of park anyways. common practice at a dealer is to put a code number or a complaint into the search engine in GMs service information site ,,,,,that brings up several headings to check thru for TSBs or the code diagnostic or whatever your looking for ,,,,,, i found this in 5 seconds #09-06-04-015B: Information on Vehicles Sitting Outside on Dealer Lots for Extended Periods of Time with Hard Start or Crank/No Start Condition - (Nov 4, 2013) Subject: Information on Vehicles Sitting Outside on Dealer Lots for Extended Periods of Time with Hard Start or Crank/No Start Condition Models: 2009-2014 GM Cars and Trucks Attention: The Information in this bulletin applies only to unsold vehicles in dealer inventory and does not apply to customer-owned vehicles that come in for service. DO NOT replace the ECM for this condition. This bulletin has been revised to add the 2012-2014 model years. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 09-06-04-015A. Some service department personnel may experience a hard start or a crank/no start condition with any of the above vehicles if they were delivered in the late spring/summer/early fall time period, and have remained in inventory for an extended period of time through the winter. This condition is more noticeable in regions of the country that experience cold climates. It may be caused by the vehicle's fuel tank containing a summer-blend quantity of fuel in it that was more suitable to the warmer climate that existed when it was delivered. This condition is known as a fuel blend/season mismatch. In the U.S., summer-blend fuel is federally mandated for use in the June 1st to September 15th time frame. Some states, California for example, have enacted their own seasonal-blend regulations that lengthen this time period. Canada has similar regulations for fuel blends that are adjusted seasonally and geographically. Summer-blend fuel has a different (lower) Reid vapor pressure (RVP) which contributes to it being more ecologically friendly, by reducing the rate of evaporation. RVP is the standard used to measure the vapor pressure of gasoline at 38°C (100°F). Fuels with a greater RVP evaporate more easily than those with a lower RVP. The main reason that summer-blend gasoline will not work well in the winter is due to its low evaporation rate, which makes an engine difficult to start in cold ambient temperatures. This is the reason that the hard start, no/start condition appears to go away when the vehicle is brought inside the service garage and has had the opportunity to warm up to ambient temperature. However, the condition will repeat itself once the vehicle has been placed back outside on the lot and has cooled back down to a cold ambient temperature. If the above condition exhibits itself as explained, or is suspected because the vehicle has been in inventory for an extended period of time, then refuel the vehicle with enough fresh gasoline to start and run. In order to prevent further occurrences, do not fill the fuel tank until the vehicle is ready for the Final Inspection & Preparation as indicated in the Pre-Delivery Inspection Form just prior to delivery of the vehicle to the customer. If another cause for the crank/no start condition is suspected, then refer to Engine Cranks But Does Not Run in SI. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmtech4 Posted December 28, 2013 Share Posted December 28, 2013 Engine Cranks But Does Not Run Diagnostic Instructions Perform theDiagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure. ReviewStrategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach. Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category. Circuit/System Description This Engine Cranks but Does Not Run diagnostic is an organized approach to identify a condition which causes the engine to crank but does not continue to run. This diagnostic directs the service technician to the appropriate system diagnosis. Diagnostic Aids Inspect for any of the following conditions: Insufficient fuel can cause a no start condition. Thoroughly inspect the fuel delivery system for sufficient fuel volume to the fuel injectors. Inspect the fuel supply components for partial blockage or restrictions. Fuel injectors with partially blocked and restricted nozzles, or a malfunctioning solenoid, can cause a no start condition. There may be fuel spray at the fuel injectors and the indicated fuel pressure may be correct, yet there may not be enough fuel to start the engine. If the fuel injectors and the injector circuit are OK and fuel spray is detected, the fuel injector ON time may be inadequate. If the engine control module (ECM) receives incorrect inputs from the various information sensors, the fuel delivered by the fuel injectors may be inadequate to start the engine. Observe all the engine data parameters with a scan tool and compare the values indicated with the expected values or the values from a known good vehicle. Observe the Engine Speed parameter while cranking the engine. The scan tool should indicate a steady 200–300 RPM while cranking. If erratic values such as sudden spikes in the engine speed are displayed, the engine reference signal is not stable enough for the engine to start and run properly. Inspect the engine for good secure electrical grounds. If the engine almost starts and then stalls, inspect for an open in the ground circuits of the CKP sensor and the camshaft position (CMP) sensor. Water or foreign material in the fuel can cause a no start or engine will not stay running condition. During freezing weather water can freeze inside the fuel system. The engine may start after 30 minutes in a heated repair shop. The malfunction may not recur until parked overnight in freezing temperatures. Extreme weather conditions can cause contaminated fuel to prevent the vehicle from starting. A vehicle that starts and runs after being brought to the repair shop for a no start condition may have an ignition system that is susceptible to moisture. Spray water on the ignition system components and the wiring in order to verify for an engine starting or will not stay running concern. When disconnecting electrical connectors or removing fuses and relays, always inspect electrical terminals for corrosion and for adequate terminal tension. Use the J-35616 GM-approved terminal test kit for any test that requires probing the underhood electrical center terminals, component wire harness terminals, or the controller wire harness terminals. Reference Information Schematic ReferenceEngine Controls Schematics Connector End View Reference Component Connector End Views Electrical Center Identification Views Electrical Information Reference Circuit Testing Connector Repairs Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections Wiring Repairs DTC Type ReferencePowertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions Scan Tool ReferenceControl Module References for scan tool information Special Tools CH-48027 Digital Pressure Gauge J-35616 GM-Approved Terminal Test Kit J-35616-A/BT-8637 Connector Test Adapter Kit J-43244 Relay Puller Pliers Circuit/System Verification Note: This diagnostic assumes the following: The battery is completely charged. Refer toBattery Inspection/Test. The engine cranking speed is acceptable. Refer toEngine Cranks Slowly. There is adequate fuel in the fuel tank. Note: Additional DTCs may set when using the fuel pump output control. Note: The fuel pump may need to be commanded ON several times in order to obtain the highest possible fuel pressure. The fuel pressure must be verified while the fuel pump is running. Do NOT start the engine for this test. Note: The fuel pressure must be verified after the fuel pump is turned OFF. Engine cranking for 15 seconds, observe the DTC information with a scan tool. Verify that DTC P0117, P0118, P0122, P0123, P0201–P0208, P0222, P0223, P0300–P0308, P0335, P0336, P0351–P0358, P0562, P0563, P0601–P0604, P0606, P0607, P062F, P0633, P0685, P0690, P1631, P1682, or P2610 is not set. If any DTCs are set, refer toDiagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle. Ignition ON, observe the security indicator. The security indicator should illuminate briefly, and then go out. If the security indicator stays ON or is flashing, refer toDiagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle, and diagnose any theft deterrent DTCs set as current. For more information concerning the Immobilizer system, refer toImmobilizer Description and Operation. Engine cranking, observe the scan tool Engine Speed parameter. The scan tool should indicate an engine speed greater than 0 RPM. If the engine speed is 0 RPM, refer toDTC P0335 orDTC P0336 for further diagnosis. Test the ignition system for spark—Refer toElectronic Ignition System Diagnosis. Ignition ON, command the fuel pump ON with a scan tool. The fuel pump should turn ON for 2-3 s and then turn OFF. If the fuel pump does not turn ON, refer toFuel Pump Electrical Circuit Diagnosis for further diagnosis. Ignition OFF, install the CH-48027 digital pressure gauge. Refer toFuel Pressure Gauge Installation and Removal. Ignition ON, command the fuel pump ON with a scan tool. With the fuel pump running, verify the fuel pressure is between the appropriate value listed below: 345–414 kPa (50–60 psi): w/o fuel pump control module: 345–690 kPa (50–100 psi): w/ fuel pump control module: If not within the specified range, refer toFuel System Diagnosis. After the fuel pump turns OFF, verify the pressure does not decrease greater than 34 kPa (5 psi) in 1 minute. If not within the specified range, refer toFuel System Diagnosis. Verify the following conditions do not exist: Collapsed air intake duct to the throttle body Restricted air filter element Spark plugs for being fouled A skewed manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor—Refer toDTC P0106. A skewed engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor—Refer toDTC P0116. Exhaust system restricted—Refer toRestricted Exhaust. Fuel contamination—Refer toAlcohol/Contaminants-in-Fuel Diagnosis. Engine mechanical condition such as worn timing chain and gears or low compression—Refer toSymptoms - Engine Mechanical orEngine Compression Test. Repair Instructions Perform theDiagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newdude Posted December 28, 2013 Share Posted December 28, 2013 Apparenty GM is aware of some sort of fuel pump issues on these trucks. We had a 2010 5.3 with 33000 miles get a pump. Guy had a hard start that was intermittent. Tech checked the fuel pressure and it was a slow build to normal psi. Then, it would be fine on the next test. If I recall it had to do with poor pressure priming from the pump or the pressure valve in the pump. Also, the fuel pump flow control modules go bad on these trucks as well but those usually lead to no starts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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bassmaster
Does anyone know where the fuel pressure regulator is on a
2011 Chevy Silverado 1500 with the 4.8l V8? I ask this because I am experiencing
problems with my truck that lead me to thinking that the pressure regulator may
be bad. The truck is hard to start after it has sat for a while say overnight
or like 8 hours. Its seems it is worse when it is cold outside. The problem has
recently started occurring and has seemed to get worse. Once I go to crank the
car, it doesn’t crank the first time then the set cranking time is disabled so
you have to hold the key. The starter motor turns fine and then it finally
cranks then bogs down for a second at 200 rpm’s, then fires up to 1500 rpm’s
like it should. It idles rough for about 15 seconds before it smooth’s out. You
can see the antenna shake when it does that. Once it cranks you have to step on
the gas petal to keep it from stalling. If you try to put it in reverse quick
it will stall. If you give it gas while it is cranking it seems to crank
easier. After that it runs perfectly
fine. It does not do it when the engine is hot, nor does it idle rough when it
is hot. So that is what leads me to thinking that the pressure is leaking out
of the system because it acts as if there is no fuel there. I’ve had the
battery and starter checked so that eliminated that. I took it to the
dealership and they couldn’t figure out what was wrong. They hooked it up to their
diagnostic system and it couldn’t find anything wrong. No codes are showing up.
I let it set overnight there so a technician could crank it in the morning to
try to figure out the problem. They suggested that I have the throttle body
cleaned along with the fuel injectors and that might fix the problem, but they couldn’t
guarantee that. . They never checked anything with the fuel system. I guess
they didn’t think that was the cause? But it wasn’t doing it as bad then as it
is now. It didn’t stall then or not crank on the first try, just bog down when
they looked at it. If it were a sensor, I would think a code would show up. That’s
what makes me think there is something wrong with the fuel system. The truck doesn’t
act up once it cranks for the first time so I figured it wouldn’t be the fuel
pump. Is there any way of testing is the fuel pressure regulator is bad. Or do
these sound like symptoms of it. If so where is it located? I posed something a
couple weeks ago about it but this is it now. Here is a video of it having the
problem. At the end you can hear the engine finally crank and hear it “bog down.”
The first video is what it was doing when the dealer looked at it, and the
second is what it is doing now.
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