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    Holden Astra 1999 Problems

    Are you having problems with your 1999 Holden Astra? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest 1999 Holden Astra issues & faults. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the 1999 Holden Astra in one spot to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

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    Used Holden Astra review: 1998-2004
    By Graham Smith · 8 February 2018
    It’s not so long ago that small cars like the Astra meant little to Holden as Australians eagerly swooped on every full-sized car the company could produce.
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    Holden Astra 1999: How often should the cam belt be changed?
    Answered by Carsguide.com.au · 3 September 2015

    It would be wise to change the belt given that it’s five years since it was last changed. The consequences of it breaking are too dire to risk. Should it break it is most likely to result in extensive and expensive internal damage to the engine.

    Used Holden Astra review: 1996-2010
    By Ewan Kennedy · 4 January 2015
    Holden Astra is a small medium car that was popular in Australia for many years.
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    Ask Smithy Xtra Ethanol in Berlina or Excel
    Answered by Graham Smith · 18 May 2010

    You could use E10 ethanol blend fuel in both of your cars; you could also use regular 91 in them if you wanted.

    Holden Astra 1999: Timing belt issues
    Answered by Carsguide.com.au · 28 February 2008

    I BELIEVE it was in 2001 or so. Holden dealers were notified of the change with an instruction to change the belt when the cars came in for their 60,000km service, so some owners might not know it was done. Similarly, if someone other than a Holden dealer was servicing a car the change might not have been made. It's a warning to Astra buyers to check for belt changes before they drive away. A belt failure is expensive.

    Holden Astra 1999: Timing belt broke
    Answered by Graham Smith · 2 June 2005

    THIS problem is not uncommon with the Astra. Holden actually changed the service interval for the belt from 120,000km to 60,000km, so you have a strong claim. Taking your car to an Ultratune outlet complicates the issue a little, but doesn't alter the fact that the belt failed. Holden rightly wants to see the mechanic's report and the belt. I'm sure if you follow its recommendation you will have a satisfactory outcome.

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