Car won't start or jump

Asked by Tltb3333 Feb 12, 2017 at 07:35 PM about the Chevrolet Lumina

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

1998 chevy lumina. I have new coil packs, new
spark plugs and wires, new battery. Everything
done about a month ago and was running great.
Now won't start or even jump. Completely dead.
When I turn the key it does nothing, no sounds, no
lights or dashboard lights. When we try to jump it
the dashboard lights come on but it just clicks and
won't start!

1 Answer

devans326 answered 7 years ago

I don't have a Lumina, but I had the same problem with my 2002 PT Cruiser just a few days ago. I called AAA and the technician got it started by giving the starter several solid whacks with a metal bar. The car started right up! My car had spent most of its life in Indiana, so there must have been some rust or corrosion that kept it from turning over. Also, we've had some rainy weather lately that might have contributed to the problem. Try thumping on your starter and see if your car will start.

Mark helpful

Your Answer:

Related Questions

  • Car won't start or jump 1 Answer

    1998 chevy lumina. I have new coil packs, new spark plugs and wires, new battery. Everything done about a month ago and was running great. Now won't start or even jump. Completely dead. When I tur...

    Chevrolet Lumina

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

  • Car won't start 6 Answers

    My 97 lumina 3.1 v6 is having issues firing. I'm getting 7 volts at the fuse block for the fuel pump relay when the key is turned on. Im only getting .23 volts at my oil pressure switch connector. ...

    1997 Chevrolet Lumina LS Sedan FWD

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

  • car wont start or crank 6 Answers

    replaced starter, alternator and battery. car ran but every time i turned it off i needed a jump. was driving it stalled then died and wouldnt start doesnt even crank. saw somewhere it could be oil....

    1998 Chevrolet Lumina

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

  • Why won't this damn car start? 38 Answers

    1999 Chevrolet Lumina 3.1 V6 1) I have had the car for four weeks. When I first got it it ran fine. No problems at all. Everything was smooth. Filled her up with gas and put some Lucas gas treatment i...

    1999 Chevrolet Lumina LS Sedan FWD

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

  • Why won't my Lumina start after a jump start? 12 Answers

    Replaced battery twice. Replaced alternator (bought used). After someone tightened the bolts on the battery the car started. I got someone 2 jump start the car & it will stay cranked for about 5 minu...

    1995 Chevrolet Lumina LS Sedan FWD

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

Shortcuts

Search Chevrolet Lumina Questions

CarGurus Experts

  • #1
    90V6RedHotLuminaEuro
    Reputation
    1,670
  • #2
    John Saffrahn
    Reputation
    1,330
  • #3
    11jonny11
    Reputation
    1,190
View All

Find great deals from top-rated dealers

Search

Content submitted by Users is not endorsed by CarGurus, does not express the opinions of CarGurus, and should not be considered reviewed, screened, or approved by CarGurus. Please refer to CarGurus Terms of Use. Content will be removed if CarGurus becomes aware that it violates our policies.