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Old Apr 3, 2004 | 05:50 PM
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From: Morgan Hill, California. Age: 20
Car: 96 Formula/82 T/A
Engine: LT1/350 TPI
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fuel pump switch not clicking

this is on the 82.....

replaced pump relay.. and also checked power to the fuel pump fuse and also power to the relay, everything there checks out ok.. car will start then die instantly cause i have an aftermarket pump up front to boost pressure(i know but i didnt wanna take the tank out ) but i dont hear the clicking i normally hear.. and if i take the fuel hose off at filter up front(before the aftermarket pump) there is 0 fuel coming out with key on.

what else should i check before takin the tank out and replacing pump(if thats what it is)

ive also heard theres a fuel pump switch.. where is that at?

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Old Apr 3, 2004 | 09:25 PM
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noone knows anything else to test?
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Old Apr 6, 2004 | 06:39 PM
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Old Apr 6, 2004 | 07:58 PM
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Car: 1989 Iroc-Z
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The switch that I believe they are talking about is the oil pressure switch, it is a back-up to the fuel pump relay. It is located near the oil filter on the drivers side.
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Old Apr 6, 2004 | 08:35 PM
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can that not working cause the fuel pump not to work? cause i got oil pressure if i do get it running(will run for few seconds)
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Old Apr 6, 2004 | 08:50 PM
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Car: 1989 Iroc-Z
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You can check the fuel pump in the tank by applying 12 volts DC to pin "G" of the ALDL and grounding it at pin "A" of the ALDL. Have someone stand by the fuel tank to listen for the pump, although you should hear it in the car.
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Old Apr 6, 2004 | 08:59 PM
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thanks that helps alot should key be on or off?

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Old Apr 7, 2004 | 06:14 PM
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i have an '89 iroc, HO305, 700r, tpi. can i use this same diagram to test my fuel pump? The car will crank and then die immediately.
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Old Apr 7, 2004 | 07:13 PM
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Yep.
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