2013 Holden Commodore (VF) — Repair Solution

3.6L LLT 6cyl 24v DOHC VVT Direct Inj Petrol Auto · Engine Not Starting · Engine

Holden Commodore (VF) Engine Not Starting Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Holden
Model: Commodore (VF)
Year: 2013
Engine: 3.6L LLT 6cyl 24v DOHC VVT Direct Inj Petrol Auto
Kilometres: 123,496
Area: Engine
Category: Engine Not Starting

Customer Complaint

The vehicle will not start

Problem Summary

The vehicle was towed in with no start. The indicator on the driver information display always shows the gear selector is in the park position regardless of which gear is selected. Moving the gear selector with force will sometimes allow the engine to start. A warning message displays after shutting down the engine {{pic1}}. The vehicle has a push-button start. The warning message appears once the engine is shut down and even after locking the vehicle with the remote.

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Quick Facts

CodeHOLVF131198
Vehicle2013 Holden Commodore (VF)
Engine3.6L LLT 6cyl 24v DOHC VVT Direct Inj Petrol Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
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