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Chevy Lumina

Introduced in 1989, Chevy Lumina was produced by General Motor’s Chevrolet brand to replace both the Monte Carlo coupe and the Chevrolet Celebrity sedan. It has the longest length among its class at the time.

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Why would the antilock brake light come on on a 2004 Alero that does is not equipt with antilock system?

Yes the alero does have abs it was and still is standard in GM passenger cars. Now that we cleared that up the light is on because there is a problem with the abs unit usually this is caused by someone not familier with newer cars changeing brakes and simply prying open the calipers without opening the bleeders. If this has been done the abs unit is destroyed and needs replaced. Also there is a rotation scenser at each wheel and on or all could be damaged such as the wires have been cut in some way or the scenser is bad.

Chevy Lumina 97 is overheating no leaks no problems with the fans but I have to add coolant to the water pump every 3 or 4 days and the pum- is new what could be wrong?

You could have a intake gasket leaking. You need to take it to your local mechanic, one that you can trust, have them pressure test you cooling system. Could also possibly be a head or head gasket leaking to the inside. You need to have it check asap.

How do you fix a 1992 Chevy Lumina that starts and drives but dies each time you slow down to stop?

I have a 92 lumina euro that did that and it turned out to be my crank sensor.

The problem could also be the Torque Converter Clutch, bad plugs and wires, distributer cab, low idle could cause this to.

Your 1999 Chevy lumina with factory radio will not keep time or stations after a couple of minutes when you turn the car off. What could be the problem and how do you fix it?

There is a main power line to the radio that allows it to play properly. There is a smaller keep alive line that allows the radio to retain channel presets and correct times. That line is not connected or powered properly at key off.

How do you know if your crank sensor is bad on a Chevy Lumina Z34?

To determine if the crank sensor is faulty on a Chevy Lumina Z34, you can perform a diagnostic test using an OBD-II scanner to check for any trouble codes related to the crank sensor. Additionally, you can use a multimeter to measure the sensor's resistance and voltage output to see if it falls within the manufacturer's specifications. If the sensor is not providing accurate readings or if there are no signals detected, it is likely that the crank sensor is defective and needs to be replaced.

What kind of oil does a 1997 Chevy lumina need?

Go to the nearest parts store tell them make model and year and engine size and they can tell you. Parts store such as napa, carquest, autozone. 5w30, unless it is the 3.8L v-6 then its 10w30

How do you hot wire a 1992 Chevy Lumina APV if the ignition is broken?

GO BUY A NEW IGNITION SWITCH AND KEY SET TO INSTALL IN THE COLUMN. It's not that simple smart#@$! If anyone can answer the question intelligently I would appreciate it.

The question is what size motor does a 1990 Chevy Lumina 4 door have?

Well, I have a 1990 Lumina Euro, 4 door and it has a 3.1 in it. Yours should have the engine size on the block. Mine does. Just pop the hood and look on top. :o)

What could the service engine soon light mean on a 1998 Chevrolet Lumina?

the light is a warning to you that something is wrong and your engine is not operating correctly and needs to be serviced soon. Most times there is a part of the emissions systems that set it off, like a bad sensor somewhere. You will need to get the CODES read. The codes are then converted to a diagnostic problem and then the parts of that system need to be analyzed to see which one is not operating. I will ask this....did you just recently get gas? You must turn the gas 3 clicks when you put it back on to make sure the correct pressure is in the gas tank otherwise you will get a check engine light. So go check your gas cap and if it is tight.........then you will need to take your car to a place liek Autozone and they will put a diagnostic scan tool on your car usually under the dash under the steering column and pull your codes. From there it is up to you where you decide to get it fixed, either by yourself or a garage. By the way after you tighten the gas cap you will need to drive some miles AND go thru a few stop and start cycles with the engine befoer the service engine light goes out if it was a gas cap issue. The light will not automatically turn off after you tighten the cap.

What causes a 96 Chevy lumina to run hot the radiator is full but the water just boils?

There could be several reasons, including the radiator being plugged up, the thermostat being stuck, and the water pump not working. Drain the coolant, and check for signs of rust or corrosion in the coolant. Remove the thermostat, replace the coolant, and run the engine. If the problem persists, take it to garage. Troubleshooting by changing out parts will be too expensive. check and change thermostat if done this problem is either head gasket or cracked head

What causes a radio to run down your battery?

if your radio is not stock then the wiring is not correct or depending on the year you may need a specific wiring harness for the car which can be bought and installed by any extreme audio store. that would be the case if your car radio stays on when the car gets turned off.

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What happens when the coil pack starts to fail on a Chevy Lumina?

I DON'T EXACTLY KNOW IF YOUR PROBLEM IS THE SAME AS MY OWN, BUT I HAVE A 93 LUMINA VAN APV, AND I HAVE PROBLEMS WHERE I CAN NOT START MY VAN SOME TIMES AND I WASN'T GETTING ANY SPARK FROM MY WIRES, I HAD MY SON CRANK THE VAN WHILE I CHECKED WITH A SCREWDRIVER TO NEAR GROUND FOR A SPARK AND GOT NOTHING, I HTOUGHT I HAD A BAD COIL PACK, REPLACED IT AND GOT THE SAME RESULTS, WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN, WHILE HAVING MY SON CRANK IT AGAIN, GETTING NOTHING, I GRABBED THE WIRE, THEN WHAM!!!, I GOT BIT, BY THE SHOCK! IT WAS FUNNY! WELL ANY WAY, I FOUND THAT WHEN I BANG ON MY DISRIBUTOR, WITH THE OLD COIL, WHILE MY SON CRANKS THE VAN WE CAN GET IT TO START, JUST ABOUT EVERY TIME, SO I DO KNOW WHAT EVER THE PROBLEM IS, IT HAS TO DO WITH SOMETHING IN THE DISTRIBUTOR, ALOT OF TIME IT STARTS UP IN THE MORNING OR WHEN NOT DRIVEN FOR A WHILE, SO HEAT MAY ALSO HAVE A PART TO PLAY IN IT. MAYBE A BAD MODULE, OR CONNECTION OF SORT. I'LL LET YOU JKNOW FOR SURE WHEN I GET TO MESS WITH IT AGAIN.

AnswerThat is what I thought might be going bad bad on my 96 lumina, does your key have a chip in it? If so try getting it replaced. It may just be a bad key. Which at the dealer here in Michigan costs $40.

Where is the power steering fluid reservoir on a 1998 Chevy Lumina Do you have to take the alternator off or can you squeeze your hand under it?

I have a 1999 Lumina LTZ and the the power steering reservoir was impossible to find. Much like the other components in this monster 3800 engine like the battery hidden under the washer fluid....the power steering reservoir is located underneath the alternator. Be careful that when you remove the cap you don't get debris from the top into the reservoir.

Where do you find the speed sensor for a Chevrolet lumina?

The speed sensor is on the front passenger side of the car. Loosen the nuts on the wheel, then jack it up. remove the wheel. As you look where the wheel was, to your left is the speed sensor. It is at an angle, angled towards the back of the car. first unhook the wires attached. you can do this by hand. next, remove the bolt that is holding the speed sensor on. I believe it is a 10mm, and you will need a deep socket. once you remove the bolt, the sensor slides right out. Also, make sure you replace the "O" ring on the sensor. this is an easy job.

What size CD player will fit in a 93 Chevy lumina 4 door sedan?

Reading your question, I get a vision of someone trying to install a home audio CD player in a car :-) The radio opening in a 93 lumina is large...very large. Large enough I'd think for any after-market automotive radio with built-in cd. I believe you can buy a "kit" with any after-market audio system that fills in the "gaps" (which there probably will be) An AM/FM with CD was available for that car. Check scrap yards and ask for one from a 90-94 Lumina. I believe they are considered "double-DIN" sized, but don't quote me on that.

How do you unlock the child lock located on a Chevy Lumina?

Child locks prevent children from opening the back doors of many vehicles. There is usually a lever or other mechanism for changing the status on the side of the edge of the door near the striker bolt. Open the door from the outside and look for the lever. Sometimes they aren't very obvious, other times they're well marked.