Bosch Fuel Pump

[Sonoma GT]

My fuel pump finally died on my 2001 Crew Cab after 110,000 miles. I needed to fix it this weekend and could not find an OEM pump and didn’t want to wait to have one delivered. I know that the OEM pump is supposed to be the best and that cheap pumps won’t last so I thought I’d give this Bosch pump a try. It was not cheap at $345.00 but was the only pump that was available fast that I thought would be a high quality pump. I’ve never heard much about Bosch fuel pumps on here or other forums. The install kind of sucked because of all the rust but PB Blaster came through again. 4 ½ hours later it’s running fine again.

[F9K9]

Well, glad you got it running again. Keep us posted on the Bosch pump. I haven't read anything good or bad about their fuel pumps but, I have read bad about their plugs and O2 sensors. Did you try keeping your tank over half full on a regular basis?

[Sonoma GT]

This pump does have a Lifetime warranty and Bosch claims to be the world leader in fuel system technology, for what that’s worth. As far as running only on the top half of the tank, NO. I’m not that disciplined. I set my trip odometer and make sure that I get gas sometime in the next 230 miles. Usually very close to the 230 mile point.

[Jongo88]

Wish I could go 230 miles... I had a pump like that in my old Blazer. I put it in at 100,000 miles and sold it at 230,000 and it's still going.

[Lewis]

I have a 01 CC and my fuel pump is starting to die, what web site did you order your pump from?

[Sonoma GT]

I bought the Bosch pump at Advance Auto. I did not buy it online because my pump died and I wanted it quickly.Advance had it in stock.

[HenryJ]

If you want to buy online, rockauto.com may be a good option.
They list the Bosch and Delphi pumps at the same price.

Be sure to check the classifieds for a discount code.

[Jim]

My fuel pump finally died on my 2001 Crew Cab after 110,000 miles. I needed to fix it this weekend and could not find an OEM pump and didn’t want to wait to have one delivered. I know that the OEM pump is supposed to be the best and that cheap pumps won’t last so I thought I’d give this Bosch pump a try. It was not cheap at $345.00 but was the only pump that was available fast that I thought would be a high quality pump. I’ve never heard much about Bosch fuel pumps on here or other forums. The install kind of sucked because of all the rust but PB Blaster came through again. 4 ½ hours later it’s running fine again.

Looks like their is special clips that hold the fuel lines to the pump. Are they like the one on the fuel filter you just squeeze or do you need a tool?

[Lewis]

Thanks for the web link. And the information.

[Sonoma GT]

Looks like their is special clips that hold the fuel lines to the pump. Are they like the one on the fuel filter you just squeeze or do you need a tool?

No special tools needed. Just the squeeze type.

[Lewis]

Thanks, I have changed the fuel pump out my self on my 97 s-10. And now my fuel pump is going out on my 01 cc, I was looking for the best pump, I use my cc for plowing snow and hauling my 14 ft construction trailer. Rock ON Thanks for the tip though

[HenryJ]

... I was looking for the best pump...

You may want to consider the Delphi pump. It includes the new connector. The stock connector is part of a TSB dealing with fuel pump failures due to resistance in the smaller stock connector terminals.
I am not sure that the Bosch pump includes this updated connector and pigtail. The one pictured above does not.

[Lewis]

Its done!!! Took me and my father inlaw half a day, had to make some mods to the new straps but its good to go.

Here is a video of my truck plowing snow. Enjoy http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7qXOIexXOoQ

[Jim]

Looks like their is special clips that hold the fuel lines to the pump. Are they like the one on the fuel filter you just squeeze or do you need a tool?

No special tools needed. Just the squeeze type.

Should I replace with new clips or is it ok to use the old over?

[F9K9]

Jim,
I'd use the new clips but, you might want to wait until Brule resurfaces from Moab and it's limited communication resources.

[Sonoma GT]

I just used the original clips.

[Jim]

When splicing the new connector should I use the supplied crimp connectors or solder and heat shrink it?

[HenryJ]

I like the solder and heat shrink, however the heat shrink crimp connectors are not too bad.

[Jim]

Jim,
I'd use the new clips but, you might want to wait until Brule resurfaces from Moab and it's limited communication resources.

Chevy dealer here said the bravada only has one serviceable clip, the fuel supply, the return coupler is a part of the line and not available separate the third is a vent he said it just pushes on. Sunday afternoon it comes apart we'll see...

[Jim]

Wanted to do this job today, didn't get a chance, we were in Virginia to late visiting my daughter. While on the boring drive I figured I have time to crawl under this afternoon and spray some PB Blaster on some bolts and snap a few pics of the fuel line connectors. I'm now buying a used tank and locking ring from S-10 Warehouse...Ryan is also throwing in fuel line clips.
This is what I found.



Glad I had that mindless ride thinking about the job

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 0550744631

[Jim]

I got one more question before I do the job.
Am I to lube the fuel line fittings with motor oil like we do when replacing the fuel filter?

[ApproachMedium]

Curious question here. Can the sending unit be accessed with the bed removed or does the tank need to be dropped? I need to install a stupid evap sensor, the little back thing on top of the sending unit there with the plug and I figured while I'm doing my undercoating project I can just do that too...

[Jongo88]

You have to drop the tank. It is under the cab. If you look between the bed and cab on the drivers side you can see it.

[ApproachMedium]

You can see it, but cant reach it just to pop the sensor out then correct?