Hi. I just replaced my O2 sensors in my commodore today, and the car feels like it’s running worse than it did with the old ones.
I noticed that the plastic caps that cover the metal on the new sensors don’t fit on the old sensors.
But what could be the issue?
I just purchased a 2001 series 2 vx lumina really clean car and engine bay but the only issue is the stock Head-unit, wipers, interior light and the 12v charge socket only work while on accessory’s?! when you start the engine you get nothing at all, all the fuses light up when on acc but once...
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I’m currently in Australia on a working holiday. I'm from Buenos Aires, Argentina. I’m an amateur mechanic with technical highschool education. About 2 months ago I bought an Aussie classic - a 2002 VX Commodore 3.8L Ecotec (non-turbo) silver wagon for 2 grand off Marketplace...
Hey y'all.
Ok, I really messed up. When I was sick, I stupidly connected positive lead to negative and vice versa. It sparked. But I didn't think much of it because I changed them back how they are supposed to be.
Well it looks like I wasn't lucky and I've caused an electrical issue. I took my...
so issue started intermittently at first and would daah would light up with oil airbag and traction control light and coolant temp not working its constant now, fuel guage and speedo/tacho still work. no abs light and when disconnecting abs module lights stay same and abs light comes up.
unable...
Hi there,
I’m wanting to convert my dull green cluster globes to LED/SMDs.
Unfortunately I’m not all that good at soldering, is there anyone in the Melbourne area who still works on these clusters that can help me with mine? I’m willing to pay for the service.
Cheers
Ok let me break this down,
No issues prior,
This specific day I went to over take someone being slow as I half floored it around him. My car showed battery light and died locked up.
Now I’ve put in a new battery, terminals, alternator all working and getting power i already had them parts so...
The other day when my boyfriend was driving the handbrake light randomly started flickering and the breaks went squishy and there was a horrible burning smell. When we pulled over the back left hand wheel was radiating heat. Cooled it off with a hose and drove it home no problem. Has been...
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My key has been lost so can’t even drive the car atm.
I’ve been told I can replace the BCM
( get a BCM with the full key) but having trouble finding a 212 mid.
Can I use a different one OR is there a different way I can get a working key
Many thanks in advance.
Jessie
Hey everyone I’m going to keep this as detailed as I can
2002 vx commodore auto
I notice after a good 20 minutes of driving when I come to red lights my car the idle rpm surges with the lights dimming every 7 seconds or so
Now I had my alternator and battery tested with great volts on...
Okay sorry for another post (I’m still learning about cars)
I need to have my clockspring replaced (don’t know if this affects the theft horn relay) but my car horn definitely works
I was wondering is there a cheap-ish way or the best way for a anti theft for the vehicle (2002 vx commodore v6...
Hey guys I’m very un knowledgeable about cars so I’m going to do my best to type out everything that’s happened,
Brought my vx 2002 commodore lumnia from a dealership that now has me blocked and refuses to see me,
After 2 days I noticed brown liquid with like copper flakes under my radiator...
Hey guys, got a vx commodore 2001 3.8l nothing fancy. Just lately I’ve noticed her getting a bit sluggish, when I go to take off from say 50-80 it kind of just drags but only when the temperature is running between the quarter and half. But if I pump the heaters and get it running at the quarter...
Hey guys I have a vx Berlina series 2, I’ve had a problem with the aircon in hot heat where it sounds like it drawing to much power and makes a humming noise when accelerating, doesn’t do it in cooler weather.
also when the mode is on facial it’s always coming out of the window dismisster even...
Hey Have recently done a ls1 6speed conversion on on my series 2 vx berlina that was originally v6, all ls1 running gear came from my old vy ls1, the vats is removed from the system & it ran in my vy, I've used a vx ls1 loom, the vats removed ecu & pcm from the vy ls1 & the original bcm & key...
I was just wondering how can I tell whether the diff in my VX series 1 V6 commodore auto is a m78 or m80 as I’m getting an Eaton TruTrac and need to know which one to get. In another forum post detailing diffs, it isn’t specified whether the VX V6 continued with the m78 like the VT series 2.
My battery light come up the other say and after driving 5 minutes my dash light up like a Christmas tree. Then it happened again, the second time it happened I was bringing my car to a stop and dash lights up again and car died. Was a fuel issue so replaced fuel pump and fuse and all seemed...
Hi,
New to this so bear with me.
I have a VX series 1. The air conditioner compressor bearing are worn badly. I don’t want to replace so I bypassed the air compressor drive belt using a VS commodore non air con model drive belt which fits perfectly (this was suggested to me by a local mechanic)...
Hello, I just bought a 2001 vx commodore executive series II and there’s no owners manual, how can I find out what fluids are best for my car, coolant, oil, brake etc? Or am I better getting it serviced and asking the mechanics what they used? Please help, cheers
Anyone replaced their window regulators before? My driver’s window is jammed and after taking off the door card looks like this is the issue. Is it a hard job to do? I found a replacement set here https://www.onlineautoparts.com.au/products/ZPN-14306 just want to make sure I am capable of doing...
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My indicator stalk is worn feeling raggedy. Has anyone used the cheaper ones you can find on eBay or is there a brand you guys suggest? I would need one for a Series 1 with cruise control.
now before I start I just wanted to say that yes I have searched this topic quite thoroughly and I’m bloody stumped,
I have a blue leather drivers seat out of a wh Statesman with the memory function and I can’t get it to function, at all, it has an 11 wire plug and I have tried so many wire...
G'day. Bought a second hand VX S Pac. Had a drivers window problem. I bought new window regulator sliders and went to install them.
Both of the old sliders were snapped but the drama is this...
The window was stuck down but the regulator arms with the ball joints on the end were extended all...
hey guys, I recently bought a new sub for my car and I would like to mount it with brackets to stop it from sliding into **** and moving about, I however can’t find any information on what is underneath the floorpan and I don’t want to drill into something that will stuff the car. Any...
Hi all, and thanks in advance if you are even reading this, let alone able to offer assistance.
I have never come across and issue with these motors I haven't resolved myself, but this has me absolutely stumped after months of trying to figure it out.
Issue:
Engine light comes on after a...
Im looking for help as my 2001 vx V6 5 speed manual idles higher then normal, when started it idles at about 1500 for a bit even with clutch fully pushed in, several mechanics cant seem to help and it has me confused can anyone of you help me, i will give more details if needed
picked up my Grans VX a couple of weeks ago, done 55000km dual fuel and in overall great condition.
Has been running well the last few weeks on gas and petrol, but the last few days running on petrol, it’s suddenly lost power, engine was still running but wouldn’t rev over 2500 and had to pull...
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Issue 1: So I've got a bit of a weird one, roughly 5 days ago I noticed when I started my car at the end of the day (commuting back home) my car's RPM sorta fluttered and "lost power" so to speak as I pulled from the curb to drive away (it so far hasn't occurred when driving on the...
Hey guys, I have a vx 2001 and it has Monaro headlights and tailights, no issues with the back but front headlight on the left side has completely killed both of the normal driving lights in only the left side, but it still works on high beam? I'm confused and worried it's a bad wiring...
I've noticed lately my vx commodore v6 has been using the oil more often than usual, dipstick was just under add and low. and I pulled it in the yard last night and popped the bonnet and I could see splashed oil all over the gearbox and back end part of the engine bay.. a bit scary is this my...
Hi everyone, I recently purchased led strips to put in my front foot wells and I want to connect them up to my dome light, so when I open my door they will come on too. But to be honest I have no clue how to connect them up or which wire it is. Can someone please help? thank you
Hey guys,
While always interested in Holdens, I really know jack**** about anything technical related (to cars in general)
I previously owned a VS wagon that was a gem to me for 8 years. Died at 460,000 due to my poor maintenance and understanding
I just bought a 2000 VX wagon acclaim with...
Okay Ive put an l67 in my VT commodore that I bought and went to put the belts on but the pulleys are wrong! The belts don't fit on properly, some pulleys look smaller such as the idlers under the coil packs than what they are on pictures. The main pulley is the idler pulley next to the AC...
Hi guys I was driving my vx Commodore home this afternoon when I started losing acceleration looked down and noticed battery light was on I then lost power steering and had to pull over car immediately died and now won't start. It seems like it's trying to kick over but then shakes and dies...
Hi, I'm trying to install a Sony Xav-68bt headunit into my Vx commodore. I'm new to car electrics and have a few questions. First, I have both the Aerpro VX commodore and Sony specific AV connectors. I get that this should be a simple plug and play install, but I'm unsure if the amp trigger wire...
Hi,
there seems to be no air flow from the air-conditioner when it is on recycle but on fresh air there is air flow.
Just wondering if there is a cabin air filter that needs replacing?
If not, what could be the cause of the problem?
Thanks in advance, Steven
This is a burnout car I have read most of the hate about spools I just want to know if theres a video or how to do it or if someone could run me step by step through it. I have the diff out of the car because I put lsd in it but I burnt that out so Im spooling the open center to put back in. I...
I went to use my child lock for my electric windows today as I had a friends daughter in the back seat and I soon found out that it doesn't work when a month or so ago it did. Can anyone give me any ideas on how to fix it? Thanks
Hi guys,
I've had a bit of a strange problem with my VX the last few months that I haven't been able to solve and I'm wondering if anyone has encountered the same thing as I haven't been able to find any info on it.
Whats happening is once everytime I start the car and drive off somewhere I'll...
I've got a 01 VX Commodore sitting on 16" VX S pac alloys and want 99% of my wheel gap gone and was wondering what would be the best springs to throw in and still have a legal ride?