2001 Holden Commodore Ute (VU) — Repair Solution

5.7L LS1 (GENIII) 8cyl 16v OHV MPFI Petrol Auto · Engine Not Starting · Engine

Holden Commodore Ute (VU) Engine Not Starting Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Holden
Model: Commodore Ute (VU)
Year: 2001
Engine: 5.7L LS1 (GENIII) 8cyl 16v OHV MPFI Petrol Auto
Kilometres: 193,257
Area: Engine
Category: Engine Not Starting

Customer Complaint

The vehicle will not start.

Problem Summary

Confirmed the engine starts briefly and stalls after approximately three seconds. Multiple communication and immobiliser-related fault codes were stored, indicating a potential issue with the theft deterrent system preventing fuel enablement.

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Quick Facts

CodeHOLVU011198
Vehicle2001 Holden Commodore Ute (VU)
Engine5.7L LS1 (GENIII) 8cyl 16v OHV MPFI Petrol Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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