2010 Holden Cruze (JG) — Repair Solution

1.8L F18D4 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Auto · Blowing Smoke · Engine

Holden Cruze (JG) Blowing Smoke Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Holden
Model: Cruze (JG)
Year: 2010
Engine: 1.8L F18D4 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Auto
Kilometres: 128,997
Area: Engine
Category: Blowing Smoke

Customer Complaint

White smoke coming from the exhaust tailpipe.

Problem Summary

The oil filler cap and dipstick are difficult to remove when the engine is idling. There appears to be a large amount of vacuum pulling on them.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Fault Description

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Quick Facts

CodeHOLJG10156
Vehicle2010 Holden Cruze (JG)
Engine1.8L F18D4 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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