Anyone know what this means?

[Rodger Tellefson]

Last night I drove our Chevy Lumina home, and everything was fine. I went out a little later, and it would not start. There was a warning light that said "Service Engine Immediately". Does anyone one know what that indicates, and what the problem could be? I looked in the Owners manual and it said the the "Service Engine Soon" checks the emissions system, but this seems to be different.

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[Bob McDonald]

I haven't a clue, other than the obvious. The obvious being... It won't start. get it fixed.

Sorry. I couldn't resist. Maybe the computer went bad?

 

[EddieS'04]

Does the starter turn the motor at normal speed.?

 

[Richard L]

Yes, like Eddie said....Does the starter crank the engine, or is the starter dead.



It may just be something as simple as a bad battery, bad battery cable, or connection.



It could also be a dead ECU computer??



I would check that the battery is good and fully charged, then check all the cables and connections. Beyond that will take some testing that will probably require GM's Mr. Goodwrench...:grin:

 

[Henry Suarez]

Your problem began with "Last night I drove our Chevy Lumina home" . Mine is a Ford only home. But, I wish I could be more helpful.

 

[Rodger Tellefson]

Thanks Eddie & Richard! I'll look into those possibilities. I get nothing when I turn on the key. I hope it is something as simple as a bad electrical connection, or something like that.



Copst, The Chevy was inherited when my dad passed back in '04.

 

[gary s]

from what i remember, "service engine immediately" is the equivalent to the "check engine" that is used present. a computer code was activated.

sorry dont know the reason but i know the "message" sounds urgent.

 

[scott degroot]

First off if the vehicle isn't running then the check engine light will be on, it's called a bulb check and is normal. It really sounds like you have a bad battery or alternator.

 

[Rodger Tellefson]

Well, I added oil and it started right up this morning. Dip stick was barely wet. I am going to keep a close eye on it.



Thanks guys!

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