2001 Holden Astra (TS) — Repair Solution

1.8L Z18XE 4cyl 16v DOHC MPFI Petrol · Engine Not Starting · Engine

Holden Astra (TS) Engine Not Starting Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Holden
Model: Astra (TS)
Year: 2001
Engine: 1.8L Z18XE 4cyl 16v DOHC MPFI Petrol
Kilometres: 293,360
Area: Engine
Category: Engine Not Starting

Customer Complaint

The customer was driving down the highway when the car started losing power until it came to a stop and was unable to restart the engine.

Problem Summary

After multiple attempts, we were able to get the engine to start. The engine runs poorly, with rough idle and pops through the air cleaner. The engine has no throttle response and barely idles. The Check Engine Light is on, and the spanner light is on.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Fault Description

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Quick Facts

CodeHOLAS011198
Vehicle2001 Holden Astra (TS)
Engine1.8L Z18XE 4cyl 16v DOHC MPFI Petrol
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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