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'98 venture problem...
by dsmothers
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Sep 25, 2005 (8:55 am)
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the other day my wifes '98 venture started to stumble after it started and died just like it ran out of gas, the fuel pump doesnt make any noise and it isnt pressurizing the fuel line, the fuel pump relay in the fuse box is clicking and the fuse next to it is good but I cant get any reading on my multi-tester to any of the wires under the van that go to the tank, theres 2 plugs I see, one looks to go the the fuel pump and has wires pink, white, green, purple, grey, black/white, black, the other plug has red, black, white, brown, this plug splits with white and brown going to what looks like maybe the fuel level sensor and red and black going to what looks like the brakes
I cant get a power reading to any of these wires no matter what I try...
I was thinking that maybe the fuel pump went out but now I'm not so sure... is there some inherent problem with these that would cause this problem? maybe a fuel line pressure sensor or something? the wiring in this van seems pretty complicated and I really have no idea on how to diagnos a problem like this with it, a new fuel pump is just under $500 so I'd like to be certain thats whats wrong before I buy one...
any help would be greatly appreciated...
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Re: '98 venture problem... [dsmothers]
by ts60423
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Sep 25, 2005 (9:39 am)
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Replying to: dsmothers (Sep 25, 2005 9:55 am)
Shop around, the Venture vans actually have one of the easier gas tanks to disengage and lower. The new pump should be the majority of the cost. Check your fuel filter - if it is clogged, there might be some sort of safety cutoff. You might also want to have your computer codes read. Most big name parts stores have readers and will do this for you free of charge.
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Re: '98 venture problem... [dsmothers]
by acgriff
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Jul 17, 2006 (11:15 pm)
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Replying to: dsmothers (Sep 25, 2005 9:55 am)
im haveing the same problem.....no power to the fuel pump. fuses are good..relay is good still no power, i spent 4 hours chaseing wires and im ready to pull my hair out at this point so if you found an answer to the problem please let me know thank you
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Re: '98 venture problem... [dsmothers]
by sandman78070
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Jul 18, 2006 (9:39 am)
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Replying to: dsmothers (Sep 25, 2005 9:55 am)
I am having the same exact problem with my wifes 2003 chevy venture , it will start cold or cool but once it is driven or run for a while it either dies or won't start . when you go to restart it you don't hear the fuel pump run . If anyone can help I would greatly appreciate it . All the fuses look good .
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Re: '98 venture problem... [sandman78070]
by rosym
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Jul 18, 2006 (11:27 am)
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Replying to: sandman78070 (Jul 18, 2006 10:39 am)
i have the exact problem that happened to me. i was told to replace the fuel pump but it doesn't sound like it because it runs good when cools down. i just finished changing the fuel filter and i am going to take it for a long ride and i will keep you updated.
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Re: '98 venture problem... [acgriff]
by rosym
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Jul 18, 2006 (1:41 pm)
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Replying to: acgriff (Jul 18, 2006 12:15 am)
This is an update of my 2208 message fuel problem that I had, fuel pump not working but worked great after it sat for a while or when cold. I tried a relay and it didn't work. Everybody was telling me it was a fuel pump but i didn't buy it because it started great when cold. I repaced the fuel filter and its running great, Went for a long drive, stoped it and starts no problem. I hope this works for you. Let me know, it was a $17 fix for me instead of $450.
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Re: '98 venture problem... [rosym]
by homermedic
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Jul 19, 2006 (9:08 am)
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Replying to: rosym (Jul 18, 2006 2:41 pm)
The fuel filter should be replaced every year, especially if you use less than stellar gas brands. My Venture had fuel problems after it was sucking fumes at the bottom of the tank.  No doubt it picked up some crud and clogged the filter. In any event a good maintenance item for less than $20. 
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New Fuel Pump,Filter,Relay & Presure Regulator
by robtherod
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Oct 31, 2006 (11:06 am)
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I only have 10 pounds of pressure when the ignition key is turned on and the pressure drops to zero after 3 seconds.
When I changed the fuel filter I left it off the see if fuel pump was working and it is. The fuel pump was replaced 3-months ago by Pep Boys. I am having it towed back to Pep boys
to replace the pump its under warranty. I just don't think this is the problem. Any Ideas?
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Re: New Fuel Pump,Filter,Relay & Presure Regulator [robtherod]
by dale1490
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Nov 10, 2006 (3:32 pm)
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Replying to: robtherod (Oct 31, 2006 11:06 am)
I am having a similar problem with my 95 Lumina. It wont start and there is no pressure to the fuel rail. I replaced the fuel pump relay and the filter. No help. Reading the service manual I see that there are 2 relays. The fuel pump relay comes on for 2 second after you turn the key to on,then shuts off if you do not continue to start the car. If you continue to start the car the other relay, when the pressure gets to 4psi, energizes and turns the fuel pump on. This relay also activates the oil light on the dash. So if the oil pressure gets to 4pis or below the relay denergizes and shuts off the fuel pump. I think I'll have it towed to the garage.
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