2005 Holden Astra (TS) — Repair Solution

1.8L Z18XE 4cyl 16v DOHC MPFI Petrol Auto · Poor Performance · Engine

Holden Astra (TS) Poor Performance Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Holden
Model: Astra (TS)
Year: 2005
Engine: 1.8L Z18XE 4cyl 16v DOHC MPFI Petrol Auto
Kilometres: 169,942
Area: Engine
Category: Poor Performance

Customer Complaint

The engine idles poorly.

Problem Summary

The car idles bad and sounds like it has a misfire until you bring up the engine rpm.

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Quick Facts

CodeHOLAS05123
Vehicle2005 Holden Astra (TS)
Engine1.8L Z18XE 4cyl 16v DOHC MPFI Petrol Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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