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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Chevrolet Lumina AUTOMOBILES

A/C & Cooling System Maintenance -> General Motors Corp. -> 1990-2002 Buick Regal, Chevrolet Lumina & Monte Carlo, Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme & Intrigue & Pontiac Grand Prix & 1997-2002 Buick Century & 2000-02 Impala
Vehicle: 1990 Chevrolet Lumina 3.1 V6 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Chevrolet Lumina AUTOMOBILES

DISC BRAKES, GENERAL MOTORS -> General Information -> TESTING PROPORTIONING VALVE
Vehicle: 1990 Chevrolet Lumina Euro 3.1 V6 GAS

When a premature rear wheel slide is obtained on a brake application, it usually is an indication that the fluid pressure to the rear wheels is above the 50% reduction ratio for the rear line pressure and that malfunction has occurred within the proportioning valve.

To test the valve, install gauge set shown in Fig. in brake line between master cylinder and proportioning valve, and at outpu...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Chevrolet Lumina AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Passenger Cars -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> Except Aveo, Chevette 1.8L Diesel, Corvette, GTO, LaCrosse, Malibu (2004-06) & Malibu Maxx, Vibe, XLR, 2004-05 Corvette & 1998-2002 Metro & Prizm
Vehicle: 1990 Chevrolet Lumina Euro 3.1 V6 GAS

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.

Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spray of fuel.

After the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal driveability symptoms may occur. The vehicle may need to be driven while the v...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Chevrolet Lumina AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1990 Chevrolet Lumina 2.5 L4 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove tire and wheel assembly.
  • Remove brake caliper and bracket assembly, then rotor.
  • Remove four bolts holding hub/bearing assembly to knuckle.
  • On models equipped with Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), remove ABS sensor mounting bolt, then position sensor aside to avoid damage.
  • On models equipped with 125C and HM-282 transaxles and right shaft of vehicles with 440-T4 transaxles, separate drive axle from transaxle using axle shaft remover tool No. J-3308, extension tool No. J-29794 and pulle...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Chevrolet Lumina AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1990 Chevrolet Lumina 3.1 V6 GAS

If shims are required between starter and engine block, they should be placed in their original location during installation.

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove air cleaner assembly.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • On models equipped with engine oil cooler,proceed as follows:
    • Position a suitable drain pan under vehicle, then remove oil filter.
    • Position hose next to starter motor aside.
  • On all models, remove nut attaching starter brace to A/C compressor.
  • Remove nut attaching ...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Chevrolet Lumina AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Cars -> Check Engine Or Service Now Soon Engine Indicator Lamps (Gasoline Engines w/Electronic Engine Controls Or EFI) -> Except LeMans, Metro, Prizm, Storm & Vibe
Vehicle: 1990 Chevrolet Lumina 2.5 L4 GAS

The Check Engine lamp should light when the ignition is turned On. When the engine is started, the lamp should go off. If the lamp remains on for 10 seconds or constantly after the engine is started, the self diagnosis system has detected a fault condition and has stored a code in the system Electronic Control Module (ECM) or Powertrain Control Module (PCM). After diagnosis and repair, the ECM memory can be cleared of codes as follows:

On models except Cadillac with DEFI, remove the ECM/PCM fuse or disconnect the battery ground cable for approximately 30...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Chevrolet Lumina AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 1990 Chevrolet Lumina 2.5 L4 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Loosen hose clamp connecting hose to heater core inlet tube.
  • Loosen hose clamp connecting hose to water pump bypass tube.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure t...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Chevrolet Lumina AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1990 Chevrolet Lumina Euro 3.1 V6 GAS

  • Remove belt guard.
  • Lift or rotate tensioner usin...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1990 Chevrolet Lumina AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1990 Chevrolet Lumina cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Fuel Tank Unit  Diagram for 1990 Chevrolet Lumina Euro 3.1 V6 GASFuel Tank Unit Diagram for 1990 Chevrolet Lumina Euro 3.1 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Fuel Tank Unit
  • Connector C305
  • Power Door Lock Relay  Diagram for 1990 Chevrolet Lumina  3.1 V6 GASPower Door Lock Relay Diagram for 1990 Chevrolet Lumina 3.1 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Splice S301
  • Splice S302
  • Connector C311
  • Connector C306
  • Splice S310
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1990 Chevrolet Lumina AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1990 Chevrolet Lumina cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1990 Chevrolet Lumina  3.1 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1990 Chevrolet Lumina 3.1 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Ignition Switch
  • Park Brake Switch
  • Brake Fluid Level Switch
  • Daytime Running Lights Module
  • 1990 Chevrolet Lumina  3.1 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1990 Chevrolet Lumina 3.1 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Transaxle Position Switch
  • Back Up Light Switch
  • LH Back Up Light
  • RH Back Up Light
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1990 Chevrolet Lumina AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1990 Chevrolet Lumina cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Car and Truck Fix It Right the First Time Issues
    Vehicle: 1990 Chevrolet Lumina 2.5 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Document: Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement - Diagnosis
    Vehicle: 1990 Chevrolet Lumina 2.5 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Heating, A/C, Ventilation, Defogger
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1990 Chevrolet Lumina AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1990 Chevrolet Lumina cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 1990 Chevrolet Lumina cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 1990 Chevrolet Lumina cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 1990 Chevrolet Lumina cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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