2004 Holden Commodore (VZ) — Repair Solution

3.6L LE0 (HB) 6cyl 24v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Manual · Long Cranking Time / Slow To Fire Up · Engine

Holden Commodore (VZ) Long Cranking Time / Slow To Fire Up Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Holden
Model: Commodore (VZ)
Year: 2004
Engine: 3.6L LE0 (HB) 6cyl 24v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Manual
Kilometres: 165,000
Area: Engine
Category: Long Cranking Time / Slow To Fire Up

Customer Complaint

The vehicle is difficult to start when the engine is warm but starts fine when the engine is cold.

Problem Summary

The vehicle will start when the engine is warm but it takes about 8 seconds of cranking before the engine starts. The problem has been present for about 3 months and does not seem to be getting worse.

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Quick Facts

CodeHOLVZ04118
Vehicle2004 Holden Commodore (VZ)
Engine3.6L LE0 (HB) 6cyl 24v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Manual
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
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