2007 Holden Viva (JF) — Repair Solution

1.8L F18D3 4cyl 16v DOHC MPFI Petrol Manual · Stalling / Engine Cut-out · Engine

Holden Viva (JF) Stalling / Engine Cut-out Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Holden
Model: Viva (JF)
Year: 2007
Engine: 1.8L F18D3 4cyl 16v DOHC MPFI Petrol Manual
Kilometres: 135,000
Area: Engine
Category: Stalling / Engine Cut-out

Customer Complaint

When slowing down to a speed of less than 20 km the engine will stall. The fault is intermittent and hasn't happened for a few weeks but does seem to be getting worse. Sometimes it can take several attempts to restart the engine with it starting and stalling before it stays running.

Problem Summary

The engine will stall at low speed but so far have been unable to recreate the problem in the workshop.

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Quick Facts

CodeHOLJF07120
Vehicle2007 Holden Viva (JF)
Engine1.8L F18D3 4cyl 16v DOHC MPFI Petrol Manual
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
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