REPOSTING: 91 LUMINA 3.1 V6 car was fine then oil&service light came on and car went dead.Now it wont start?

Question

I am reposting my question because alot of readers answered by saying i had them confused: My 91 lumina was fine the other day i was driving it then the oil and service engine soon light came on and the car stalled on me when i tried to crank it back up it wouldnt start it did turn over like it wanted to start but it wouldnt start.My friend did do an oil and fuel pressure test and i am getting both plus spark if anyone can help please feel free to answer thanks

Answer 1

It takes 3 things to run an engine. Gas, spark and compression. You confirmed gas and spark, next test the engine for good and equal compression. The timing chain may be bad and need replacing. The thing you said about the lite coming on and the engine died, did you scan the computer for any codes? Ask your friend if he has a ecm scanner to read the engine codes. This will get you a starting point for any problems with the computer sensors as well. Have you removed any of the spark plugs to see if they are worn or damaged or gas fouled? Try doing a few of these tests and you are welcome to e-mail me if you need to.
good luck..........

Answer 2

I think those lights come on when the engine dies. It sounds like a cam position sensor. My 89 Grand Prix 3.1 did the same thing. You may also want to check the ignition module as you it could spark but not in the correct order or only a few cylinders.

Answer 3

Your little car is computer controlled. ANY malfunction with the circuitry, sensors, or output devices could cause the failure you describe.
Go here------>

http://autorepair.about.com/library/ts/obd-i/bl-dtcs-94.htm?once=true&

…and scroll down below the chart that appears. Read the discussion of the procedure to retrieve the Diagnostic Trouble Codes. It is simple, non-intrusive and safe. It only requires a paperclip.
With the codes in hand you can begin to understand the failure, and can refer to a QUALITY repair or shop manual for the proper diagnostics and the subsequent repairs.

Happy Motoring

Answer 4

below the hood, there's a black fuse field, open it up and there's a blown fuse in there, the two a 40 or 50 amp fuse. you would be waiting to tell which fuse is blown because of the fact it particularly is going to be dark. the only different factor is your battery could be thoroughly ineffective. it may reason the brakes to freeze up if there is not any skill going to it. Get a leap from somebody with cables to be certain however if it particularly is ineffective.it rather is going to run devoid of the battery to get you to someplace that may exchange the battery for you. as quickly as you swap it off nevertheless you will on no account be waiting to restart it and not using a leap until eventually you replace the battery.

Answer 5

what is the oil level at? With the car sitting flat and leave the starter alone for 10 minutes before you check. Bring it up to the top line. I am betting you is way low. Safety feature so you don't blow the engine due to the lack of oil.