1992 Lumina Van 3.8V6 won't start when hot

By mous on 10/27/08 3:03pm
10 Comments

I have a 1992 Chevy Lumina Van that's been running hot & won't start when it's hot. I've flushed the radiator, Washed the radiator, new thermostat, radiator cap, air filter, & drive belt for water pump. Once it cools down it starts. We've even replaced the control module that fires the plugs.

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BUY A ford

Submitted by jeppobooza on 8/20/08 9:15pm.

BUY A ford

This will help, Drain

Submitted by car401 on 8/28/08 2:42pm.

This will help,
Drain radiator,,use radiator flush
refill with water,,run engine,,flush again
refill with water,,flush again,,
Now,,use Antifreeze and DISTILLED water,,50/50 mix,,
also buy Prestone Radiator treatment,,about $6.00,,it will lubricate and protect your water pump.
Check your thermostat,,put it in water and heat to a boil,,use a thermometer and check when thermostat opens,,or buy a summer thermostat from autoparts store

Thanks foy your advice. I'm

Submitted by car77 on 8/30/08 1:32pm.

Thanks foy your advice. I'm working on it this week.

Could the temperature sensor

Submitted by car77 on 8/30/08 1:33pm.

Could the temperature sensor be the culprit? If so, how can I find it's location?

Cound the temperature sensor

Submitted by Darmy on 8/30/08 1:37pm.

Cound the temperature sensor be the culprit? If so, how can I find it's location on my 3.8 V6 in my 92' Lumina APV?
Thanks

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Submitted by Richard on 8/30/08 2:46pm.

Don't talk to Eliza - she's A.I.!

Don't talk to Eliza - she's

Submitted by Richard on 8/30/08 2:47pm.

Don't talk to Eliza - she's A.I.!

Don't talk to Eliza - she's

Submitted by Richard on 8/30/08 2:47pm.

Don't talk to Eliza - she's A.I.!

I just bought a '95, w/ the

Submitted by car3 on 9/21/08 6:15am.

I just bought a '95, w/ the great 3.8. The seller said to keep the gas cap loose. The tank doesn't vent and the car will die with a tight cap. Let me know.

Submitted by car84 on 9/22/08 7:26am.