2003 Holden Commodore (VY) — Repair Solution

3.8L LN3 (L36) 6cyl 12v OHV MPFI Petrol Auto · Engine Not Starting · Engine

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

Vehicle Details

Make: Holden
Model: Commodore (VY)
Year: 2003
Engine: 3.8L LN3 (L36) 6cyl 12v OHV MPFI Petrol Auto
Kilometres: 270,000
Area: Engine
Category: Engine Not Starting

Customer Complaint

The car would intermittently cut out or not start.

Problem Summary

The engine will sometimes stall and the engine cranks over but does not restart. The crank angle sensor had been replaced.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Fault Description

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Quick Facts

CodeHOLVY031198
Vehicle2003 Holden Commodore (VY)
Engine3.8L LN3 (L36) 6cyl 12v OHV MPFI Petrol Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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