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  1. C

    Commodore VT won't start

    Me and my dad have a Commodore VT as a project car and it will turn over but the security system (we think) prevents it. We have replaced the BCM as it was fried and the ECM is in perfect condition we have also gotten a new key tried to program it to the car but it will not work. Please give us...
  2. H

    VR BT1 starting problems

    Hi I need help with my 5L It turns over but will not fire When it was running it use to cut out while driving Was hard to start once driven Changed ignition module how can I test the coil any help would be appreciated stuck need it going
  3. V

    Holden vk starting issue

    Gday guys ive recently bought a 1985 vk wagon, was on duel fuel and recently disconnected the lpg and swapped the carby over in hopes to get it to run purely off petrol. Not sure if it’s a carby connection issue or something else but the engine won’t turn over, it try’s and just before it should...
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    Sv6 commodore ute clicks when trying to start

    Hey guys and gals, When I try to start my 2010 commodore ute sv6 it clicks and doesnt start. Does anyone have any pointers as to what I might be?? I tried to jump start and nothing. I have radio and lights though wont start. Had to clutch start though hear it's bad for the car. Thanks Matt
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    Starting issues 3.8L VR

    So I recently inherited a rusty 94 VR ute which had been sitting round the last 6months. I was able to jump start it and ride it round for a bit. Then the other day I tried starting it and no fire. It cranks but doesnt start up. So far I have tried the following: Checked engine codes for...
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    2004 VY Ute - problem starting - electrical?

    Vehicle Details: 2004 5.7 VY SS Manual Ute Hi guys, Sean here. Okay so this doesn't happen all the time, maybe once or twice a week. When I turn the engine on it struggles. It rev's around 200 - 300 rpm for about 5 seconds then comes right, however, once this is happening whenever I...
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    Starting Proble with 2002 Commodore Equipe V 6

    Hi All, While I am a novice when it comes to cars and my recent ride to ARB has not been able to rectify my problem , so I thought I might seek help here. My car has a starting problem. First time I noticed it was while parking I hit the curb slightly and suddenly after aboot 10 mins...
  8. camer0n

    Suspect ignition? (starting)

    So I have googled and checked several forums with no luck. The battery is new, dizzy replaced and all new HT leads Last week my VL was running well. I got home one evening and took the battery out to put in my other car for some trouble shooting. Issues began when I put the battery back in...
  9. K

    Ignition/Starting Problem HELP!!

    Hey i cant find a post on this anywhere but i could use some help with this. I have a problem with starting my car, evertime i unlock my car with the central locking remote i have about 15 seconds to start my car, after the 15 seconds i turn the key and nothing happens, and i mean NOTHING, it...
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    Replaced VS engine with Vt engine. Wont Start.

    I just finished replaing my VS Series II Acclaim engine with another one out of a VT. Everything is hooked up and all the earths and other wiring is hooked up correctly. When I go to start it I get Reds up but no start, it doesn't even crank. I cant hear the fuel pump or starter when I try to...
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    VZ - Won't start during first crank when cold

    I have been having this problem for the past few years however it does not happen during "cold starts" on really hot Queensland days. The problems is that engine will not start during the first crank when cold but does start after that (then problem does not occur again for the rest of a warm...
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