2013 Holden Trax (TJ) — Repair Solution

1.8L F18D4 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Auto · Engine Not Starting · Engine

Holden Trax (TJ) Engine Not Starting Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Holden
Model: Trax (TJ)
Year: 2013
Engine: 1.8L F18D4 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Auto
Kilometres: 125,321
Area: Engine
Category: Engine Not Starting

Customer Complaint

The vehicle intermittently fails to start. The engine turns over but does not fire. At times it will start and run normally for days or weeks before the fault returns.

Problem Summary

The vehicle cranked normally but would not start. A strong fuel smell was present after extended cranking, suggesting fuel delivery was occurring but ignition may have been missing. The customer also noted that the engine continued cranking briefly after releasing the key, raising concern about the ignition switch.

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Quick Facts

CodeHOLTJ131198
Vehicle2013 Holden Trax (TJ)
Engine1.8L F18D4 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
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