2004 Holden Barina (XC) — Repair Solution

1.4L Z14XE 4cyl 16v DOHC MPFI Petrol Auto · Long Cranking Time / Slow To Fire Up · Engine

Holden Barina (XC) Long Cranking Time / Slow To Fire Up Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Holden
Model: Barina (XC)
Year: 2004
Engine: 1.4L Z14XE 4cyl 16v DOHC MPFI Petrol Auto
Kilometres: 105,708
Area: Engine
Category: Long Cranking Time / Slow To Fire Up

Customer Complaint

The vehicle is intermittently taking a long time to start, although it runs fine once it does start.

Problem Summary

The issue presented as intermittent extended cranking. During these periods, spark was observed to be cutting in and out while cranking, though once the vehicle started, it ran smoothly with no issues.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Quick Facts

CodeHOLBA04118
Vehicle2004 Holden Barina (XC)
Engine1.4L Z14XE 4cyl 16v DOHC MPFI Petrol Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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