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    Selecting Reverse + Rough Idle

    Well today saw the idle deteriorate since Holden checked it out a few days ago, even though they were unable to identify any fault. I contacted the service dept again and said I wanted it fixed. I am going to leave it with them until they work out what the problem is this time! They rebuilt...
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    Selecting Reverse + Rough Idle

    My VY has a rougher than normal idle. My service dept has acknowledged it but have no fix! The tacho needle visibly bounces around as well! I paid $90 for an injector flush yesterday which made a small difference, but it is still bad. They tried changing the coil and a few other things, but...
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    Drivers Window Squeak/Rattle

    Yes there is a slight increase in wind noise. I had to bend it a number of times. Taking it a little further each time. It definitely fixed the noise though. Unfortunately, my windows have leaked water since new through the top when in heavy rain, so I can't really know if the adjustment...
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    Drivers Window Squeak/Rattle

    Solution, for me anyway I have waited 3 weeks to make sure the rattle did not return before I posted this. I have had all the crap issues with the pathetic design of the window. It always would stop if I tapped the power window button to lower it slightly, only to return immediately once I...
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    Prominent ticking/rattling sound from engine

    And the stories keep coming.... Hi, I am not suprised to hear that my engine was not the only one to be ruined at the factory before I ever took delivery of the vehicle. I have had nothing but trouble with the vehicle since new, also with so many things not related to the engine, and going by...
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    Drivers Window Squeak/Rattle

    Any updates? Hi Just wondering if anyone has found a solution yet? :bang:
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    Cruise Control Noise

    As I suspected, the cable had absolutely nothing to do with the knocking noise from the C/C. Cable was apparently replaced and a spring??? Anyway, absolutely no change to knocking. They will be getting another visit from me!! But I will take DR Bobs advice and check it myself first. :bang:
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    Cruise Control Noise

    Car was checked today and Holden said that it was the c/c cable. Curious. But I can only wait till it is replaced on Friday and I will update again.
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    Fuel Consumption.

    Just did my first h/way run since my engine was rebuilt under warranty. Details in another thread. Anyway, form Tamworth to End of F3 north of Sydney last w/e gave me 7.7L/100km.
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    Dash Rattle

    Just to add to my woes, I have had an ongoing vibration rattle sound from what seems like the centre of my dash somewhere in behind the a/c area. My noise is only heard at or near idle and is very temperamental. It depends on the car being at the precise revs at or near idle to create the...
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    Cruise Control Noise

    Cheers Mark, Unfortunately, my C/C makes the noise whenever I press the engage button. Regardless of terrain. Particularly on flat ground at low speed and not under load.
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    Cruise Control Noise

    Thx Swish, Your word picture describes my noise in the cruise control exactly. My VY has 33,000km's on it. As for it being normal, I just spoke to my service centre and they said it was a possible fault and it is booked in for Wednesday. If your tires are scrubbing on the inside, I...
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    Cruise Control Noise

    Thx Brock/owna, No I haven't checked anythying, just drove home from Sydney and heard it today. I have just had the engine rebuilt under warranty, and they definitely had the transmission out whilst doing it. So perhaps this could be the cause. I can guarantee that the noise was not there...
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    Cruise Control Noise

    Hi, Has anyone had their cruise control make a single, distinct knock when they engage and/or disengage it? I am talking about when it takes control of the cars speed, not turning the master on and off. :bang:
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    power steering shutter

    Didn't cost a cent mate, all under warranty. They replaced the top and bottom hoses with the rubber ones. I was unable to get any further detail beyond that. Was just told about the "shudder kit" and handed the keys. I can get details if you would like.
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    Prominent ticking/rattling sound from engine

    Ok, when the rep listened to mine, he reved the engine to 2500 rpm and had the car parked next to a wall. He raised the bonett and listened. It ticked away with comparitive speed in sync with the engine revs like an old grandfather clock in warp drive! Give that a try.
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    Prominent ticking/rattling sound from engine

    A solution at last Apologies for lack of updates. But finally the job on my engine has been completed. New parts are; 2 new heads, piston rings and bottom end bearings. That is all I have been told, but the engine is now quiet. I have only done about 300km's since the repair. I am off to...
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    power steering shutter

    Hi, Just read this thread 2 days ago and spoke to my service centre about the same shudder. I was told it was not a recall item, and as such, no letters were sent out. However, they did say that there is a "shudder kit" available and I had it fitted today. All fixed now!
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    vy 3.8 ute

    I asked my service centre today. They said a few things. First of all, your service centre should be definitely looking elsewhere if you are complaining of a fault that they can't find with tech2. He also sugested you could put 2 tanks of premium through it. And perhaps an injector cleaner...
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    Prominent ticking/rattling sound from engine

    The saga continues... Today I had the service manager call me to ask me if the car had ever overheated. Of course it hasn't. So then he told me what they have found since they stripped it down. 1. The valves have been burnt so badly that they have turned blue from the heat. 2. 2 bottom...
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    vy 3.8 ute

    Hi furrhead, I was reffered back to the service centre. I was able to convince them that there was something wrong with the engine with the fact that it was ticking away. I just don't understand why they won't pursue your complaint???? If the thing is reading incorrectly, and tech 2 doesn't...
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    vy 3.8 ute

    Sounds like the common response from Holden service centres is "it is ok". My motor was ok for 2 years ticking away (apparently), now it is sitting on their service centre floor in pieces after the Holden Rep told them it was buggered and NOT ok! Tell them you have had a gut full and it has a...
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    Query

    I think there may be something in a thread on this site. Just have a search around. But FYI, it is actually quite simple to remove both items. Just make sure you have your security code for the head unit.
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    Prominent ticking/rattling sound from engine

    Update - Visit by Holden Rep - Warranty repair on the way!!! Well today was somewhat productive in the ongoing saga of my Ecotech. The rep from Sydney, a guy called Craig was most approachable. He listened to the nosie from the bottom of my engine, and discovered that it increased in intensity...
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    Prominent ticking/rattling sound from engine

    Engine rattle Thanks guys. I intend to be very direct with the reps this arvo and point out that 2 yrs and the fact it has done it since new and has been reported, acknowledged and recorded by local techs should mean something. In relation to the Ute with a rattley donk, I agree, my...
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    Prominent ticking/rattling sound from engine

    Hi all, I just joined this site today as I feel a responsibility to get involved. As a result of absolute frustration and the total lack of a solution from any Holden dealer, I started searching the internet to try and find a few tips on the problem with my VY engine. It has that...
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