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on 1993 Chevy Lumina why rear pistons on both sides are not turning. I am using right tool. Thanks

aymana — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 22:51:51 GMT

i wanted to replace rotors and brake pads, but i cannot turn either pistons to bottom. help

Labor time to replace an intake gasket on a 98 Chevy Lumina?

dimefan — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 14:21:18 GMT

Can anyone tell me the labor time to replace an intake gasket on a 98 Chevy Lumina with a 3.1L?

1993 Chevy Lumina Z34 with chronic brake problems. Replaced front pads, rear pads, real calipers, ABS module, booster.

gs1100gk — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 00:35:33 GMT

Car will not stop quickly. Under 40mph it will, but at highway speeds it will not stop quickly at all. Like it is only using front brakes. Replaced brake booster, master cylinder, front pads, replaced rear rotors, calipers, and pads (of the 2 pads...inside and outside, only one pad on each wheel caliper was wearing...replaced calipers with pads at that time), abs module. Mechanic is now going to replace the rear calipers again in hopes this will fix it. Reading other posts it appears the rear calipers are prone to freezing up and there may be a kit or tool to fix it from GM. If this is correct does anyone know the part number or additional details that will allow me to get the kit? Help!!!

i need to deactivate the system on my 2001 lumina that has to have the key with a chip so i can use a reg. key?

razorray1 — Mon, 31 Dec 2007 23:08:03 GMT

can i bypass this security issue with the ignition key that has a chip so i can get a copy without the chip to work?

1996 chev lumina. leaking engine oil at rear of engine, could it be the rear seal? crankshaft sensor, distributor?

redmist21 — Tue, 12 Feb 2008 19:44:15 GMT

could it be rear seal, crankshaft sensor, distributor seal, valve cover gasket?

Where is the fuel pump located on a 1991 Chevrolet Lumina?

pokey1465 — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 19:15:48 GMT

i recently acquired a 1991 chevrolet lumina and would like to know where the fuel pump is located

Multifunction switch question for 98 Cheyv Lumina

rjschevy — Sat, 15 Mar 2008 04:27:24 GMT

I know I need to replace my multifunction switch on my 98 lumina, I just want to know if I have to remove the steering wheel or if there is a way around that. If I have to remove the steering wheel, is it difficult to remove and is there issues I need to be aware of when removing the steering wheel as far as the air bag goes? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

I have a 1990 Chevy Lumina APV minivan that heater motor went out. I need to copy a manual just for heaters instruction

scott_s1 — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 00:00:55 GMT

Where can I go to be able to copy a section of a Manual for putting in a new heater for a Chevy lumina apv 1990 D.I.Y Thank You.

P.S. I need to do it for my Mother because she has no money to pay someone.

2000 Chevy Lumina transmission shifting problems

ekr2204 — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 22:00:30 GMT

I have a 2000 Chevy Lumnia sedan that when i start it and drive it cold it shifts perfectly you can't even feel it shift it's so smooth. Then when it gets completely warm after driving for about an hour it starts to shift harder while in drive not over drive. If I don't stop and let it cool down or if I'm in stop and go traffic the service engine soon light comes on and it starts to violently shift to where the entire car shakes. If I drive it in over drive any time other than the highway this problem occurs sooner. This problem also occurs if I drive up hill and don't accelerate good enough. Why is my car doing this and what can I do to fix it. ALSO this car has 120,000 miles

Help! I have a 96 Chevy Lumina that has recently begun to overheat, even when there is coolant in the radiator.

ardyng — Sun, 06 Apr 2008 18:53:15 GMT

I bought a 96 Lumina used about a year ago. I can't drive it for more than 45 minutes w/o it shutting off. Today, it began to overheat even though the radiator has coolant in it. I tried turning the heat on to help cool the engine down, and not only is it not working, the air isn't blowing out hot, it's blowing out cool. I don't know a thing about cars, and I can't really afford to take it to a dealership and have them look at it. Any suggestions, or ideas on what the problem might be?

How do you change the full headlight assembly on a 1995 Chevrolet Lumina?

chrisobie — Sun, 20 Apr 2008 21:38:51 GMT

My wife crunched the headlight cover on the driver's side of my 1995 Chevrolet Lumina. She bought the replacement part, but I do not know how to replace it. It has a couple of rather odd screws and some screws that I can not even see.

Thanks in advance to anyone who can describe the procedure for removing the old assembly and installing the new one.

My 1990 Chevrolet Lumina is leaking water from one of the two aluminum lines that is in rear of car.

rjones888 — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 18:06:49 GMT

I recently had my water pump replaced by a alledgedly reputable car repair shop about 2 days later my car's serpentine belt shredded and burned and the car then overheated stalled and stopped leaving my wife and I stranded on a rural highway in about 35 degree weather and rain. Yesterday I purchased another Serpentine belt had it installed and thought that it would be the end of my troubles, yet to my complete dismay and utter frustration after cranking the engine the car began to shoot water from the top of th engine just behind the water pump and near the heater hose and one o f the two lines located near the rear of the car just beneath the fuel tanks began leak water which smelled and looked like water and antifreeze engine coolant but it was not leaking from the front of the car near the radiator or the water pump, but from the rear of the car just below the fuel tank. What are these two lines called and what do you think it cost me to have them replaced, repaired and installed ? I really need some answers FAST

I have a 97 Chevy Lumina and it keeps hesitating like it want to cut off. What should I do?

diddy1 — Tue, 06 May 2008 20:40:09 GMT

i changed the spark plugs. ica censor, and the filter and it still do the same thing.

I have a 95 Chevy Lumina minivan and it doesn't want to take the gas. I have put an injector on it.

george108 — Mon, 26 May 2008 14:55:21 GMT

it blows out thye gas when i try to give it gas

My Chevy Lumina is a 95 with a 3.1 l v6 with auto transmission. I changed the injector because it was not spraying

george108 — Mon, 26 May 2008 21:17:47 GMT

the gas blows back out of the throttle body when i try to give it gas.

the year is 95 motor 3.1 l v6 auto trans about 200000 i changed the injector because it stoped spraying ( if you are standing in front of the motor the injector on the left hand side) now when i crank the lumina it barely runs and when i give it gas it make a popping noise and the gas blows out of the top of the throttle body it doesnt seem like much just that something is a little bit off thanks for the advice!

2000 Chevy Lumina won't start

fuzz26 — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 13:08:00 GMT

i put the key in turn the switch, lights come on, and dash lights appear. Turn the key to start and nothing, but the security light is flashing

1997 Chevy Lumina 4 door. My A/C compresor bearing is noisy.

ecosse133 — Sun, 29 Jun 2008 17:38:15 GMT

I have a 1997 chevy lumina 3.1 my A/C comppresor bearing is realy noisy i want to replace the comppresor with just a pully
i was wondering has anyone out there got a 1997 without A/C if so does it have a pully or is it just a smaller belt if so how does it turn the water pump any help would be greatly appreciated ASAP before the bearing seizes and the belt breaks and screws up my engine

Chevy Lumina AC clutch doesn't engage

map79z28 — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 12:37:33 GMT

I have a 99 Lumina (wife's car). AC had no R134, charged it with 2.5 cans. Pressure was 30psi after charging. After two weeks, it was still 30 psi, but no effective cooling. I noticed that the AC clutch was not engaging, no clicking on-off. Since the system started at O, I thought that the AC clutch will not engage until I run a jumper to something to activate the clutch. How do I do this? Details would be helpful. Thanks!!

My 2000 Chevy Lumina is jerking when it shifts. Not bad but noticeable. It does this about 1/2 the time the cars on.

brian78 — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 11:36:22 GMT

I just bought this car about 650 miles ago and I took it to a shop and they said The transmission wasn't jerking for them but it whined up going into third gear. So i guess it didn't jerk when they drove it. I read on a web site that it might be a pcs? Can some one help me and is it importent that i fix it right away?

95 Chevy Lumina overheats in colder weather only - below 50 degree soutside temperature.

chad2268 — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 16:20:11 GMT

Runs great in the summer and warmer temps. We have changed the thermastat three times. Even tryed two different brand names of thermastats.

My electrical is not working on my rear brakes lights. Chevrolet Lumina.

jsuszek — Sun, 10 Aug 2008 16:45:57 GMT

I have a 1996 chevy lumina. The re brake lights will not work. I have the rear window light , but not the lower brake lights. I have replaced the switch under the brake pedal and that did not help. My side running lights are working but not the brake lights. Can I bypass the original system and wire-up something to make them work? I got a fix-it ticket and need to get them done before Wednesday August 12th.

98 3.8L V8. When I'm driving it does a jerking thing. Code is PO300 Random/Multiple cylinder misfire detected.

rfreeman1 — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 18:33:54 GMT

This just started doing it after we drove it to the beach. Sometimes the check engine or anti lock light comes on and even saw the volt light one time but they do not stay on long.

Is there an interior fuse box for a 2000 Chevy Lumina?

tspann — Sun, 28 Sep 2008 14:05:49 GMT

Is there an interior fuse box for a 2000 chevy lumina?

Passenger side view mirror installation instructions for 1996 Chevy Lumina Sedan?

coachjbo — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 20:07:37 GMT

Passenger side view mirror installation instructions for 1996 Chevy Lumina Sedan?

Driver side wheel will not turn in forward but will in reverse. What could be the problem? 1994 Chevy Lumina Sedan.

Harley_Dan — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 15:59:22 GMT

Started down the road and heard a clunking noise as if I had just ran over something. I was driving in snow but not too much snow. The front driver side wheel will not turn now while going forward but will still turn while going in reverse. I am hoping this is not a major transmission problem but all signs are pointing to that at the moment. There does seem to be an awful lot of fluid behind that wheel but it doesn't appear to be transmission fluid. Transmission fluid level is fine.

1994 Chevy Lumina sedan driver's side wheel not spinning in forward. What could be the problem?

Harley_Dan — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 18:06:49 GMT

I asked this question previously but mispoke. I do appreciate the two answers I received but believe my question to have been misleading. The problem is not in the steering. The wheels turn but the driver side front wheel will not spin in forward. This again after hearing a clunking sound as if I ran over something. The wheel will spin in reverse. I was luckily able to back the car back into my driveway and then into the garage. This is why I was thinking a transmission problem and not a bearing or tie rod problem. Thanks again to the two mech's who answered my previous question though.

Please help me with my Chevy Lumina rockers arms. Urgent.

dmcb322 — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 18:47:05 GMT

ok my problem is that i repaired a Lumina 96 3.1 and i have it assembled already, but the rockers arms that i have are not the originals one i took them from a Monte Carlo, because the headblock of my Lumina were broke and i went to the junkyard and i bought them. so now the tightening are different i suppose i'm not sure. i said that because the rocker arms of the Monte Carlo and Lumina are different.

Where is the starter located on a Chevy Lumina Euro style?

mank5656 — Sat, 21 Feb 2009 11:13:15 GMT

I have a Chevy Lumina euro style. the car will try to crank over, and will half start before it goes into a loud grinding sound. I thought it was the battery however i replaced it and the car would still not run. I am trying to find the starter on it. When i look underneath i didn't see one, i saw the oil filter and a large piece of what looked like stainless steel that had about 20 bolts in it. I am wondering if i have to remove this to get to the starter.
other information about the car:
1992 chevy lumina euro style
has a 3.1 litter engine

2001 5.7 v8 Chevy Lumina SS. I have starting problems. It cranks too long and on the second start it fires in a second

mobistan — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 03:58:55 GMT

bought it with this problem.
fuel pressure tested at 8 bars ,spark plugs renewed and no faults stored in the ecu also the vehicle tends to pinging at 5000rpm but with octane booster it is fine .
unleaded fuel 95 used in this car
will crank over for 6 revolution before it starts

'92 Chevy Lumina 3.1 fuel pressure regulator?

maxhudson_1 — Sat, 30 May 2009 18:38:05 GMT

I gotta 92' Chevy Lumina Euro 3.1 and the engine doesn't idle and when we took the vacuum tubes off the carb gas seems to be leaking out as soon as you turn the key so it's been flooding the engine.

We think it's the fuel pressure regulator but not totally sure. Someone wanna help out?

I bought a 96 Chevy Lumina. Ran great then a week later it just lost all power like it jumped time. I got it started but it run rough.

koolciti2 — Sun, 31 May 2009 16:13:48 GMT

Like I said I bought a 96 Lumina. For the first week I had it, it ran like a new car. Then I was coming home the other day and it just lost all its power for no reason,I push on the gas pedal and got no response. My top speed was about 20 MPH. Then it stalled and would not start. A little later
(couple hours) I started it again and it started but run terrible like it jumped time or some of the spark plug wires had been pulled off.

The only thing I notice about the car was if you was in heavy traffic it would heat up a little bit but not real hot, and as soon as you took off the heat gauge would go back down. Can anybody out there give me a clue what's going on? Thank You.koolciti2

92 Chevy Lumina won't start.

newaproach — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 13:16:16 GMT

It was a little old lady's Arizona car - only used part of the year and still under 60,000 miles. Problem probably existed while it was still under warranty - our mechanic has replaced coils and CPS twice, found a ground wire issue and one of the times thought it was related to coolant level. Great car when it runs - any ideas on why it's not running all the time?

1998 Chevy Lumina oil light is on.

seter — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 18:32:34 GMT

I changed my oil and my change oil light is still on. How do I reset it?

1998 Chevy Lumina. How do I bypass the theft protection module.

tristanjns — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 19:22:38 GMT

My 1998 Chevy Lumina won't start. When I turn the key in the ignition the security light blinks, but the car doesn't start. How do I bypass the security system ot the theft protection module.

How can I acquire an owner's manual for a 1995 Chevy Lumina?

nettie215 — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 15:34:04 GMT

We just bought a 1995 Chevy Lumina, the turn signals don't work, the fuse is ok, can't find the flasher, how can we get an owners manual?

90 Chevy Lumina 3.1 engine dies when you push the gas pedal. Numerous parts replaced including computer.

hault — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 18:09:44 GMT

90 Lumina 3.1 engine dies when you push the gas pedal? Numerous parts replaced including computer.

Cooling fans do not start. 99 Chevy Lumina 3.1.

paul1992 — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 10:46:50 GMT

Cooling fans on 99 Lumina will not start, checked fuse ok, drained and flushed system, overheats and boils over, also changed thermostat.

will a 3100 tranny from a 1994 lumina van fit into a 1996 olds ceirra which also takes a 3100 tranny

veniamarie — Sun, 17 Feb 2008 17:54:07 GMT

both are GM vehicles and both are 4 speed automatics...

What is the curb weight of a 1995 Chevy Lumina?

mikeof48 — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 19:55:23 GMT

In order for the car to be inspected in Maryland, we need to know its weight!

is there a shut off switch on a 1993 Chevy Lumina Minivan and where would it be?

stweedy — Sun, 20 Apr 2008 18:07:38 GMT

two of my sparkplug wires got switched around which caused the carborator to back fire and started a small fire. now the carborator isn't getting any gas I'm hoping its just a shutoff switch or even a fuse. the engine is a 3.1

1997 Chevy Lumina is hesitating like it is going to shut off at high speed, 65 mph.

antar — Mon, 19 May 2008 17:13:18 GMT

My 1997 Chevy Lumina has 122,000 miles. I recently changed my gas filter.
the car is hesitating at high speed (65 mph) like it is going to shut off.
one time it hesitated couple of times at the highway, and when i exited and stopped at the traffic light the engine shut off. I restarted it and it started again. please advise.

Fuel problem? Chevrolet Lumina won't start.

burnell — Wed, 28 May 2008 00:25:00 GMT

I run car for three hours then turn it off when I tried to start it,it would turn over but would not start. I left it set over night and it started right up.it did this two times. Need help

Having trouble changing 96 Chevy Lumina water pump.

gbalka — Sun, 08 Jun 2008 22:49:54 GMT

I tightened the bolts in a criss cross pattern to finger tight, water pumnp is still loose and as soon as I tighten enough to make it snug pump starts dragging and then won't turn

Thanks
Greg

I have a 1995 Lumina Minivan. Periodically when I pull up to a red light, or stop sign, it stays in drive.

johnnyo34 — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 04:01:46 GMT

I have a 1995 Lumina minivan, with a 3.1litre, & 3 speed automatic transmission. Every so often, when I pull up to a red light, or stop sign, the tranny won't shift to neutral, but stays in drive & kills the motor..So I put it in neutral & restart it.. Just started doing this a couple of weeks ago..It's only done this about 4 times so far..Is this a costly fix, & is it something I can do myself?? Fluid is right up..will appreciate all answers..

How do you take out a starter for a 91 Chevy Lumina van?

loika — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 13:51:20 GMT

I need to replace my starter on my 91 chevy lumina van. Need to know how to take it out and install new one

Can an airbag module from a 1996 Chevy Lumina be used to replace the module in a 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix?

tchr6 — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 22:27:41 GMT

I need an airbag module for 2000 Grand Prix and have one for a 1996 Lumina. Will the one from the Lumina work in the Grand Prix?

2000 Chevy Lumina won't start, security light flashes.

snickers292 — Sun, 27 Jul 2008 16:28:34 GMT

2000 chevy ilumia want start want crank and the security light flashes ,tryed ulucking it a sequence,pulling fuses ?

I have a 94 Chevy Lumina Euro 3.1 v6 and apparently there is a special radiator fill procedure. Does anyone know it?

mattchuu — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 22:42:33 GMT

at a gas station my bottom radiator hose got a hole so i replaced it and filled the radiator back up with coolant. there was a sticker in the engine compartment saying that there is a certain way to fill the radiator back up it said to refer to my owners manual for instructions. but it didn't give me a procedure to follow just info about how to mix the coolant and water. so i just filled it normally and now the low coolant light keeps coming on but radiator is full and the over flow tank is full. so dose anyone know the proper procedure?

Can you help with 96 Chevy Lumina shifting problem

anthony1263 — Sat, 06 Sep 2008 20:25:56 GMT

I have a 1996 lumina 4 door sedan and i saw you answered someones question on here and you were saying on these cars the brake light and trans clutch ran to ecm on the same line.. You answered the question with the lightas working but what if brake lights aren't working either??? My trans wont go in reverse and doesn't switch out of 1st gear could it be the gears???

I have a 1993 Chevy Lumina with a 3.1 L and I have replaced all of the sensors and it still sputters.

mcneece — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:38:22 GMT

it sputters and will run fine for 10-15 min tops is my computer bad? plz help