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Holden Rodeo 2003: Leaky turbo diesel

It seems there is a problem with Holden's Rodeo turbo diesel, which I believe to be incurable. It relates to the O-rings around the fuel injectors leaking, leading to diesel mixing with the oil and causing idling and starting problems, and possible engine damage. Although Holden claims an upgraded O-ring has been used in the last 12 months, who really knows if that is going to last the distance?

Holden's service people say the problem was fixed with the introduction of a new seal last year. Holden's response was: "Vehicles undergo a continuous cycle of product development." To this end, the O-ring on the Jackaroo Turbo Diesel model was revised, and last year a procedure was developed in order to allow fitting of such by Holden retailers, as required. "To our knowledge completion of this replacement has resolved any issue." If you have had the new seal fitted and are not satisfied it has fixed the problem I recommend you return to the dealer and register your complaint.

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