After replacing the fuel filter and checking the fuel pump fuse and relay it still does not work, replace it.
Blown fuel pump fuse, defective fuel pump relay, or the fuel pump has failed and needs replacing.
Defective seals, and it needs replacing.
it needs replacing
fuel filter is part of the fuel pump and is in the gas tank . only needs replacing when pump fails
Have someone turn on the ignition without starting the engine while you listen at the fuel filler with the door open and the fuel cap off. You should hear the pump run for a few seconds. If you do then you know the pump is running but it may not be pumping any fuel and may need replacing or the fuel filter is clogged. Replace the fuel filter and if the problem persists then you will have to have a fuel pressure test run on the pump. If you hear nothing then the fuse is blown, fuel pump relay is defective or the pump needs replacing.
the fuel pump needs replacing it has a hole in the diaphragm
No, not if the pump is working.
Fule pump is more than likely locked up and needs replacing.
I was just quoted anywhere from $650-$900 for a 99 Astro. It depends on whatever else needs to be replaced and brand of fuel pump
Open the fuel filler door, and remove the fuel cap, and have someone turn the ignition switch on without starting the engine, while you listen at the fuel filler opening. If you hear the pump run then you at least know the fuel pump fuse and fuel pump relay are good. But that does not necessarily mean the fuel pump is pumping fuel it might just be running. The only way to verify if it is putting out the proper pressure is with a fuel pump pressure test. If you do not hear the fuel pump run for a few seconds and then shut down, check the fuse and the rely for the fuel pump. If the fuse and relay are good you know the pump is defective and needs replacing. Be sure and replace the fuel filter.
(1) Spark plugs need replacing. (2) Spark plug wires need replacing. (3) Distributor cap needs replacing. (4) Injectors are dirty and need cleaning or replacing (5) Fuel filter needs replacing. (6) Fuel pump needs to be checked.