1996 Holden Commodore (VS) — Repair Solution

3.8L LG2 (L27) 6cyl 12v OHV MPFI Petrol · Battery / Starter / Alternator · Electrical

Holden Commodore (VS) Battery / Starter / Alternator Electrical Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Holden
Model: Commodore (VS)
Year: 1996
Engine: 3.8L LG2 (L27) 6cyl 12v OHV MPFI Petrol
Area: Electrical
Category: Battery / Starter / Alternator

Customer Complaint

The vehicle would not start intermittently.

Road service had been called a number of times over recent months because of this issue.

On the first occasion, the battery was replaced.{{pic1}}

On the second occasion the alternator was replaced.{{pic2}}

On other occasions the vehicle started when the road service arrived.

Problem Summary

The problem was experienced in the workshop. It was not cranking.

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Quick Facts

CodeHOLVS96410
Vehicle1996 Holden Commodore (VS)
Engine3.8L LG2 (L27) 6cyl 12v OHV MPFI Petrol
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
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