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Silverado Loss of power??????

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Old September 22nd, 2008, 4:09 PM
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I also have a 2004 silverado 5.3 64,000 miles with 20' rims and tires. i am having some of the same problems as another member. Sometimes when i mash the gas the truck takes off...not as much as it used to but it goes....then some times i feel i could walk faster than the damn thing its almost embarrassing...can anyone help?
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Default RE: Silverado Loss of power??????

one of my buddies told me possible fuel pump...or fuel filter??? i want my power back!!!!
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Default RE: Silverado Loss of power??????

He could be right. Replace the fuel filter first since that's the easiest and cheapest to do.
It could be partially clogged. Good luck.
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Default RE: Silverado Loss of power??????

If that does't help,perform engine tune-up and check exhaust back pressure test as well.
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Default RE: Silverado Loss of power??????

Other things to check isthevolume and pressure from the fuel pump/Fuel pressure regulator/Injectors/even a gas cap can give you problems.
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Default RE: Silverado Loss of power??????

My 2007 seems to do the same thing. Only 24,000 miles on it. Going to have the dealer check it when I have them do some other work.
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I am not usre if that model has EGR valve, but they can bind and then work . If its open power goes west.
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Default RE: Silverado Loss of power??????

maybe clogged injectors also
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