2003 Holden Statesmen (WK) — Repair Solution

3.8L L67 6cyl 12v OHV Supercharged MPFI Petrol Auto · Misfire / Misfire Codes · Engine

Holden Statesmen (WK) Misfire / Misfire Codes Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Holden
Model: Statesmen (WK)
Year: 2003
Engine: 3.8L L67 6cyl 12v OHV Supercharged MPFI Petrol Auto
Kilometres: 386,683
Area: Engine
Category: Misfire / Misfire Codes

Customer Complaint

The engine had a misfire at idle, with the engine shaking and running rough on acceleration.

Problem Summary

The vehicle arrived with a heavy misfire. Moving the connector at the ignition module changed the misfire, which is a known issue on these vehicles, so a new connector and pins were fitted. After the connector repair the engine started and ran, but a mild misfire on cylinder 5 remained, present at idle and under load but clearing as engine speed increased.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Fault Description

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Quick Facts

CodeHOLWK03130
Vehicle2003 Holden Statesmen (WK)
Engine3.8L L67 6cyl 12v OHV Supercharged MPFI Petrol Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
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