How do you get into a 92 Chevy Lumina when your only key is locked in the trunk without calling locksmith?

Getting into a 1992 Chevy Lumina with the key locked in the trunk and no spare is tricky without a locksmith. There's no truly reliable method that doesn't involve some risk of damage. Methods like coat hanger manipulation are highly vehicle-specific and unlikely to work on a Lumina's locking mechanism.

Your best bet is to explore these less-than-ideal options, keeping in mind they might not work and could cause damage:

* Check for unlocked windows or doors: This seems obvious, but double-check *all* doors and windows carefully. Sometimes a window is slightly ajar.

* Spare key hiding places: Do you have a hidden spare key somewhere near the car? (Under a mat, in a fake rock, etc.)

* GM OnStar (if equipped): If the car had OnStar installed originally, and it's still active, they *might* be able to assist. This is a long shot.

* Trunk release cable (extremely unlikely): Some older cars had a trunk release cable accessible from inside the cabin. This is improbable on a 1992 Lumina.

If none of the above work, calling a locksmith is your most reliable and often least expensive option in the long run. Attempting other methods increases your risk of damaging your car's locks or paint. The cost of repair from damaged locks or paintwork will likely exceed the locksmith's fee.