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Old Sep 13, 2001 | 09:26 PM
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My 97 C5 has a high pitched whine at that is particularly noticeable at startup.It seems to be coming from behind the drivers seat and sounds like an electronic type humm that you would hear through a speaker.It changes pitch upon stepping on the brake and continues while driving.Does this sound like the fuel pump? Should I be concerned?Thanks.
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Old Sep 13, 2001 | 09:31 PM
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It is probably the fuel pump. '97s had loud fuel pumps. Mine was replaced under warrenty. The one they put in is louder than my original. :chevy
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Old Sep 13, 2001 | 09:31 PM
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Yes, it's the fuel pump. My '98 coupe did the same thing. It's nothing to be concerned about, although it sure is annoying. :(
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Old Sep 13, 2001 | 09:36 PM
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Fuel pump,there is a TSB for a quieter one...It is not a durability issue...
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Thanks much! Guess I'll just have to turn the radio up!
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