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In looking around I've seen some Regals and Luminas with a sunburn problem - all are "Snow White". Anyone of you Lumina folks have this issue?
My Regal was built in Ontario, Canada; and, sorry to say I don't have a clue where Lumina's were built - can anyone fill me in?
Thanks,
Paul
Paul
--Robert
The service engine light came on so I took it to the dealership. Codes 23 park/neutral switch need
replacing and code 77 intake manifold gasket came
on. Does anyone know anything about the park/neutral switch and what are the indications it need replacement. I got a second opinion and
was told this work ($1,900.00) was not necessary.
Please advise.
I removed the radiator and flushed the trans cooler with the garden hose. At first nothing happened, then slowly this viscious goo started dribbling out. After about 5 minutes of steady pressure, the water exiting was clear and unobstructed. A test drive showed a 30F drop. If you are experiencing transmission over heating this could be one of the causes.
I don't know if it was the synthetic, the garage or if the events are unrelated. At least the fluid is still red with no burnt smell and the trans shifts like always.
There is a TSB #99-07-30-017 which talks about the trouble this causes,so with the Lumina it may be fairly common.
And to snakeguy, I agree.
I just bought a 98 Lumina LS. Seems to be a great car. I like the engine's torque and the suspension of the car, very comfortable. Anyway, first thing I noticed, is that when I change radio stations, the auto eq. immediately goes to "News", even though I had it on something else. Is this normal, or should the equilizer stay set on the same setting, when changing stations. (I wanted to check here, before I go thru the manual.) Thanks.
Now, for the "replace oil soon" light, I can't get it to turn off, even though the oil and filter were changed. I followed the directions in the owner's manual, but after pressing the gas pedal 3 times, the light never blinks. Nothing happens. I noticed that the light goes out after driving for a while, but when I start the car again, it's on again.
Second problem, I had to purchase a second transmitter for the door locks. I followed some instructions I found on the net to program it, but it didn't work. Anyone know the correct procedure to program the transmitters?
Thanks for your help.
That said, it sounds like an external gasket leak so I would not be concerned if it's a small amt. of oil, just top off the oil in the crankcase every week.
If it's an intake or head gasket leak you should find oil in the coolant. You could do an oil analysis for $20 to find out.
You dont't say where you are seeing the leaking oil, which is primary clue as to where the leak might be coming from.
That isn't entirely correct.
The 3.1 will usually pop the gsket between the coolant passage and the outside.
Occasionally, it will pop between the coolant passage and the drain to pan passage, but not that often.
There is a leak detection dye you can purchase from most auto parts stores for $5. Leak detection UV lights are available for about $40.
The dye will help you easily detect the leak.
We carry several different leak detection lights and Lisle's small penlight is one of the least expensive.
the mech said now its a big job?
after looking at it he called me and said he doesnt need to replace the whole compressor for $800 it Just needs the comp clutch thats attached to coils which is $300 but since the 3.4 is a tight engine he need to let out the freeon and take it out to replace now adding $80 to the job
anyone who has had this prob please let me know if this sounds good
thanks
Now my question is that I swear that my 90 coupe was alot more quicker and more responsive. Besides finding a 3.8,what can I do to make the car more reponsive and faster? I don't trust buying chips off of ebay unless someone has done this and it has worked for them. Any suggestions would be greatly appericated.
They wanted $4900 for it but we have offered $4500 and they've accepted. I am now researching this site and wondering if that is still a bit high? My mother really likes this car. I am going to see about having a mechanic look at it. The man has left all of the maintainance paperwork in the glove box, and it appears that the paperwork backs up that it has been taken care of. I don't see anything that concerns me alot, except it appears that a few years ago the alternator was replaced.....and a few years before that as well.
Can anyone give me some advice? My mom is 78 years old and I cannot afford to buy a bad car. THis sounds and looks like a good car, but I want to be sure. Is the price fair if I can get a mechanic's ok on it? LIke I said, it looks great and runs nice. PLease advise. I appreciate your help! -Lisa in TX
Thanks
My 1997 Lumina has 87,000 miles on it. I use 5W40 oil and it uses about 1 quart every 2,000 miles.
Your engine is probably looser than mine due to higher mileage so I would not be concerned with your useage.