2013 Holden Cruze (JH) — Repair Solution

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

Holden Cruze (JH) Engine Surging Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Holden
Model: Cruze (JH)
Year: 2013
Engine: 1.8L F18D4 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Auto
Kilometres: 130,000
Area: Engine
Category: Engine Surging

Customer Complaint

The engine has a rough and surging idle.

Problem Summary

The vehicle displayed fault code P0171 – Fuel Trim System Lean, which returned after clearing. At idle, both short-term and long-term fuel trims were excessively positive, indicating a lean condition. At 2500 RPM, trims stabilised close to normal, suggesting a vacuum leak affecting idle operation only.

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Quick Facts

CodeHOLJH13143
Vehicle2013 Holden Cruze (JH)
Engine1.8L F18D4 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
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