Vz alloytec problems. 6 Alloytec Feb 24, 2010 #20 Weekend Warrior said: .

Vz alloytec problems. Are you having problems with the engine of your Holden Commodore? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest Holden Commodore engine issues & faults. Mar 6, 2005 В· I have a 2005 VZ Commodore with a 3. The timing chains fitted to these early vehicles could suffer from chain elongation. There are loads of ads for VZ, VE and VF throttle bodies. Jan 26, 2019 В· In this video, I diagnose a misfiring problem I have in my 2005 Holden VZ Crewman with the 3. Lucky to catch it before it let go all together, and no doubt at an inconvenient moment. Yes it hapens on petrol and gas and yes it has a different set of injectors for gas im thinking at this stage that it is most likely the coils or an o2 sensor problem since the alloytec 190's had 4 cats wth a set of sensors after the first set of cats and the other sensors behind the second set of cats. They are/were both the original timing chains that were thicker before Holden changed them in I think 2006? Which I beleive is when the chain stretching became common with the thinner chains. Thread starter commford1; Start date Jan 19, 2015; View attachment VZ Alloytec Enginr temp sender tests Dec 16, 2019 В· I've been having issues with my commodore VZ 2005 over the last few weeks. Some suggest their Hitachi style throttle bodies fit VZ LE0 & VE LY7 (high output) set ups. Long story short it end up being a short in No. The car had 135k on it. oil in the intake. Problem was the original holes were too small to properly vent all the crankcase gases and smoke. Dec 13, 2011 В· VZ 3. Been at the mechanics for 2 months and they can't find the problem. My auto elec seems to think the power train Jun 28, 2015 В· Hey guys Just looking for some info on people who have spent more time around the v6 alloytecs or had this problem . Joined Sep 24, 2019 Messages 591 Reaction score 546 Points 93 Age 53 Location Mecca Members Ride VZ Executive Sep 3, 2014 В· It ended up being the ECU failure after about 6 weeks of various bad starts and running problems. Joined Mar 18, 2006 Messages 20,473 Reaction score 26,883 Points 113 Location Western Australia Members Ride Kia Sorrento, VZ Crewman, VZ Cross 8, & ya mum. My VZ Alloytech has a very rough idle,it is either idiling a bit low or there is some other problem. 6l alloytec had developed a hesitation over the last 6 weeks and recently the "Power Train" alert has appeared on my dash. So a couple of days ago I started the car and was greeted with the engine misfiring. Jul 18, 2023 Jan 4, 2020 В· The following is for both VZ and VE and VF Alloytec motors. Original symptoms were; speedo stopped working, transmission display stuck on P for park no matter what gear selected, auto seems to be stuck in 3rd gear when driving in drive. Turns out it was a faulty fuel injector. I have just recently purcheased the car and on idle the car kind of trembles a little. 7L is Feb 3, 2011 В· Joined Jul 13, 2008 Messages 7,130 Reaction score 3,418 Points 113 Location Sydney Members Ride VE Berlina Jan 22, 2018 В· One of All Head Services customers has pasted on this story of a VZ Commodore Crewman with an Alloytec V6 engine that failed to start one morning due to an oil pickup blockage. Oct 20, 2008 В· MITCH VZ CLUBBY (lookalike) Rolling on 20" FOR SALE: VE SSV wheels and tyres (235/35R19)-(fits VB-too-VE) $1700ono 0430313892 Sep 25, 2021 В· My VZ Alloytec has a similar leak at the front, not sure where as yet, I am guessing the same it’s a cam sensor seal. Feb 18, 2010 В· Joined Aug 29, 2007 Messages 1,872 Reaction score 21 Points 0 Age 39 Location Brisbane, QLD Members Ride VZ Alloytec Aug 31, 2011 В· VZ SV6 '04 - Transmission Problems. Sep 21, 2021 В· I have a 2005 VZ One Tonner with the 3. No oil seems to be getting to top of motor. Drilled out to spec and cleaned +new air filter. Im no expert so bear with it if you need to do it. Nov 25, 2011 В· VZ Alloytec Nov 26, 2011 #3 Said that the coil packs are usually what's causing it as it is a common fault with the vz. i'm haveing problems starting the engine, it will start but only if i turn the iginition on and remove the engine managment relay, replace it and turn the key. Engine is now missing, I think on one cylinder. My current VZ has always done it too. Joined May 12, 2011 Messages 1 VZ Alloytec Jul 5, 2011 #5 Oct 19, 2018 В· Hi, I’ve been a long-time reader, but this is my first post! Hoping someone can help me out! I have a small but annoying issue with my 2005 VZ Calais alloytec. I made a youtube of replacing the injectors in Commodore VZ Acclaim 2005 Alloytec (170kw?). All the threads/material I have read is a few years old on this so I'm wondering what the best options are to deal with this now. Alloytec motors let a lot past the rings. 6lt Alloytec 175 kw LEO Engine. The main thing is, it would be madness to run the motor to 10 000km without changing the oil. Since getting it, I noticed it surges every now and then (usually under load). It now has 68,000kms and was most recently serviced in December 2008 at approx 62,000kms. . This includes an all new air box, black lid, airflow meter safe pod filter, along with mounting hardware required for complete installation. So I got the job to replace them, only to find fault still comes up. The first part of this is on my VZ. May 9, 2020 В· Holden Commodore Engine Problems. So, drilling them larger increases the flow through the tube so allows the engine vacuum to extract all the smoke so it doesn't condense in the rocker cover filling it up with ****! Jul 3, 2011 В· Starting problem is worse if you have lost battery power. e. 6 Alloytec Feb 24, 2010 #20 Weekend Warrior said: May 3, 2022 В· A problem that has been well documented, especially on early model VE Commodores fitted with the V6 engine, is stretched timing chains. Pump is ok. Ive done engine swaps on the Ecotec The other problem was with one of the injectors that caused the "Check Powertrain" warning. Lifters are ok. Anyone with any ideas? Nov 5, 2014 В· Hi Guys Got an ongoing issue with my vz for a couple of months now. Thanks Jan 28, 2015 В· VZ Commodore Alloytec Overheating Problem. (As if that car didn't already have enough problems)! I purchased a September 2006 build Captiva in 2012 before becoming aware of the timing chain problems. 6L Alloytec Auto. Dec 2, 2019 В· Joined Dec 2, 2019 Messages 10 Reaction score 2 Points 3 Age 25 Location Geelong Members Ride 2004 VZ Alloytec Commodore My VZ Alloytech has a very rough idle,it is either idiling a bit low or there is some other problem. My vz was making a rattling noise at idle and the check oil light would come on. while i was there i said can you do a service on it and service the brakes. I left the car off for two days while i was spray painting the wheels, and when finished turned on the car took it out of the garage [VE] VZ, VE, VF and ZB Alloytec PCV Problem/Fix. Dec 11, 2011 В· When I drove it home from the shop the check engine oil warning appeared and the engine started sounding like a diesel truck. On the RHS back of Intake Manifold is a MAP sensor( Bosch 0 261 230 101) bolted to the manifold and a protruding socket. In this example, a customer had a VZ Commodore which would not start one morning. 6 INJ circuit, it was going to cost me $900+ for the ecu and $200+ to configure it :/ Being a mechanic myself I looked into it and found May 26, 2017 В· Need help with a problem with my 05 VZ V6 Alloytec. My Daughter has a starting issue with her commodore. The car was purchased DOA, previous owner advised "timing chains snapped". But only when stoped or taking off ,, as soon as your moving the light goes off and the Aug 26, 2013 В· Hey guys please take the time to read the information i have about my problem: I have a Holden VZ Executive 2005 3. only done 233000 km's this forum is great for all the fixes. I traded it in June 2015 with nearly 206k. Thread starter Fu Manchu; Start date Oct 31, 2019; Kia Sorrento, VZ Crewman, VZ Cross 8, & ya mum. After checking the basics such as fault codes (there were none), ignition and fuel (both OK). I am not game to start pulling it down yet to see where it’s leaking, because once you start, there is no turning back. I've got a 2005 vz executive that has been having issues with low oil pressure and power loss. Hi i've got a Holden Commodore VZ Lumina 2004 v6, and i experience these problems aswell. Luckily I wasnt far from home so I nursed it home and began some research. It was rough idling hopefully it will be better maybe chains next. My advice FWIW if you want to avoid being stuck on the side of the road, change the battery. There is no obvious power drop, rough idling or high fuel use, yet! After some investigation it seems most likely due to an o2 sensor. Aug 6, 2013 В· Hi guys Long story short I crashed my VZ V6 Auto but my running gear only has 40,000ks on it, buying another VZ exact same model in immaculate condition except for blown engine with high km's so going to put my running gear into it and wreck my VZ. Drilling the holes out is the key to stopping the back pressure/oil in intake problems. Power Train alert is I've got a VZ Commodore Executive Alloytec V6. Hi Guys i have a VZ with Alloytec engine in it. Just had timing chain and guides replaced and now I have no oil pressure. The problem is that the other Dec 19, 2010 В· G'Day fellas, This is my first post so lets see how it goes. hey, i have a VZ ALLOYTEC EXECUTIVE. Jan 14, 2015 В· Hi all, I understand this is a VZ section, but was hoping someone may have a solution to my issue. Used these forums a few times. I have not read anywhere, perhaps I missed it, but there seems to be no contributor who actually replaced them, the welsh plugs, and cured the problem. 00:00 - Introduction01:56 - Engine startup Apr 2, 2018 В· Commodore VZ alloytec V6 starting issue. The sensor probe with a green 0ring is situated in the the socket and is open to the atmosphere but has no connection to the Intake Manifold. Oct 5, 2010 В· Hi Guys i have a VZ with Alloytec engine in it. 2004 Commodore Berlina VZ Alloytec 3. Here are some well know faults that could save you money in the long run and a few handy hints. There's nothing inside the PCV on an Alloytec, it's just a hollow tube with holes in it. the crap build quality ECU they put in the VZ which seemed to be failing in epidemic proportions a few years ago. Joined May 14, 2013 Messages 3,524 Reaction score 9,833 Points 113 Location Far Kurnell Members Ride FJ SSV-R Softcock Coupe. Chapter 1 The great thread thanks just finished doing mine on the VZ Wagan I brought last week totally blocked. Luckily it was only a $210 fix. Hey guys, I apologise for the long post in advance! Just trying to give as much info as possible. As I am still waiting on my chain kit (after 2 weeks) to be delivered. I have replaced plugs, air filter and replaced collector and inlet manifold gaskets. i checked my air cleaner hose (was full of oil) cleaned it , also cleaned my throttle body was ABSOLUTELY filthy. The starter motor winds over for a lot longer that it should to start. When starting up Joined Sep 24, 2019 Messages 591 Reaction score 546 Points 93 Age 53 Location Mecca Members Ride VZ Executive Jan 15, 2015 В· Note that the timing chain problem also applied to early build V6 Captivas. My mechanic told me that the problem with the fuel injector was caused by dodgy fuel. So This VZ come to me with an engine light on I checked the Codes with the tech2 and sure enough it had Sep 7, 2014 В· The VZ V6 has a few threads about hard to find obscure leaks, and the welsh plug is mentioned many times. Ive got a 3. The replacement ECU cost me $990 with 12 months warranty. B. Hi All, I have the dreaded Low fuel & Powertrain errors on my 190kw VZ - all signs point to me needing a new ECU. As are porous cylinder heads and their treatment. bguignon New Member. It seems Holden dropped the Bosch design in models following the VZ. Purring like kitten on a highway run tonight. i had an issue with the car not starting so i got it towed to holden to check it out. The other issues I had were pot luck. Disappointing that Holden didn't introduce some more fun versions like the twin turbo variants, but I guess that would have just made a lot of things worse. Dad's WM Caprice had a similar problem Sep 12, 2017 В· So I've picked up a 2006 Holden Commodore Acclaim (Wagon) with the Alloytec LE0. Catch can doesn't get that much of the crap, but is getting something, so why not. 6L 113,000kms - full service history. Joined Mar 18, 2006 Messages 20,614 Reaction score 27,060 Points 113 Location Western Australia Members Ride Kia Sorrento, VZ Crewman, VZ Cross 8, & ya mum. then the SVS, check drive tran, ABS falt and safty mode show on the dash which allows me to cruse at 15kmph. Pre-Gov owned. Checked all the obvious connections. My in laws car 08 Ve alloytec has came up with p0300 random misfire fault, also cylinders 1, 3, 5. alloytec V6 any good: Just thinking to get a VF V6 but the other day seen a VE ute with oil all over the tailgate and blowing smoke and seen some with a lot of carbon build up in the exhaust i nearly fell over backwards at how much one dude down the road has, my 5. No codes showing up or Anyway, this is what I reckon. Been to 3 mechanics and noone seems to be able to fault it. Joined Mar 18, 2006 Messages 20,815 Reaction score 27,430 Points 113 Location Western Australia Members Ride Kia Sorrento, VZ Crewman, VZ Cross 8, & ya mum. They engine would turn over, making a Nov 11, 2017 В· VZ throttle bodies are more expensive than VE or VF for the most part. P. Installed 6 new coil packs and spark plugs today. I got it in mid 2015 and I love it. i have a major problem. My car was running fine, no oil problems no clunking sounds no nothing. A compression test showed that it had no compression. At idle, the engine splutters and coughs, struggles when revving it, but everything's fine once up to 2000 rpm and above. Mar 30, 2015 В· Hi all, my vz alloytec logged the code U0101- lost communication with tcm. So water pump gets replaced. When this occurs, it can cause irrepairable damage to an engine. The guy who sold me the replacement ECU said the early VZ ECUs 2004/2005 had a problem with failing to start after overnight or after a week or two of downtime. We have answered all of the most frequently asked questions relating to problems with the Holden Commodore engine. Opened the bonnet only to discover a fine line of pink spray from the dry red coolant, all across the engine bay. Aug 10, 2013 В· Hi everyone, this is my first post after following the site for awhile because my vz v6 developed a miss. the manifold inlets had red grit had to use a drill bit in my hand to get it out. It was successful and car runs smooth now. 6l 175kw Alloytec engine that is now showing the 'check drivetrain' warning on the dash. Back story is that over a few months the engine seemed to be loosing power/torque steadily but oil May 11, 2009 В· Hi crew, I've got a VZ Equipe wagon, Alloytech 170 with 4-spd auto. 6 either the 175 or 190 version have their fair share of problems once you've put a few k's on it. Any recommendations of places I can send Mar 1, 2005 В· That Fuel Gauge Hi all, love the VZ, goes like a rocket, but am having the same fuel gauge drama's, I have a 75 litre tank and my warning buzzer goes off, so last time I filled the tank, I noticed that I only put 60 litres in, so that meant that I still had 15 litres left, so I could've travelled another 100 odd kays, today I took a chance and was able to 700 kms out of a tank, I will do some Sep 1, 2010 В· Thanks for your replys guys. Oct 9, 2024 В· Bought me a 12' Berlina Wagon the other day, 215' k on the clock and the valve was pretty gunked up. Pretty straight forward, easy to do at home instead of getting ripped by a workshop. Had it from new and always been a great car. Almost every other time it starts perfectly first turnover but maybe 1 in 15 starts it will take up to 5 turnovers before it fires up. Ive replaced both O2 Sensors and Oil Pressure Sensor Jul 5, 2014 В· Just a quick "How To" on changing VZ alloytec oil pressure sensors, very common on these cars. . Thread starter morphix; Start date Aug 31, 2011; 1; 2; 3 2004 VZ SV6 5-Speed Auto Aug 31, 2011 #1 Hi guys, Aug 26, 2009 В· The problems occur when i switch it back to petrol does the shaking occur and 'check powertrain' message. From what we've been told they went into a shop came out a few hours later and it wouldn't start. VZ 3. The thermostat hasn't been replaced, but I don't know if these symptoms relate to a faulty thermostat. I soon found out about the alloytec sludge problem and assumed that my oil pickup was blocked with sludge. Found out that my LPG system isn't injection. Joined Sep 17, 2016 Messages 458 Reaction score 264 Points 63 Age 43 Location Mosman Members Ride Holden VZ Lumina Wagon Jan 12, 2020 В· My first VZ I had rattled like the noise you describe on cold startup from about 50,000kms until I sold it at 280,000. 6L V6 Alloytec engine. Lately a number of problems are rearing their heads all around the same time so I'm wondering if they're related. 6l alloytec with the "Check powertrain light on" , I live in the middle of nowhere and the closest mechanic to me with a diagnostic scan tool is 500 odd km away. RACV told them that two coils were gone and had to be replaced. The pick up works ok. Like most most modern engines, the Alloytec V6 has been known for it's ability to turn oil into sludge. Price $300 Before you buy a car (or if you already own one!) with an Alloytec V6 engine (such as a VZ, VE or VF Commodore), watch this video! I will discuss the good th The system was purged of air traps, it's not loosing coolant, not boiling over and the cooling fans seem to be operating without a problem. May 10, 2011 В· As some of you may be aware the Alloytec 3. S. Sep 22, 2019 В· Other problems associated with the VZ got that lumped with the Alloytec i. Jul 14, 2010 В· New generation cold air intake/box to suit Commodores VZ V6 alloytec, which is a direct drop-in replacement for your existing air box assembly. qfegs bibcr tseq baec dqzhf lbwgm hebm mwrzmfq gcw nhajt