Holden Colorado Gearbox & Transmission Problems

Are you having problems with the transmission of your Holden Colorado? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest Holden Colorado transmission issues & faults. We have answered all of the most frequently asked questions relating to problems with the Holden Colorado transmission.

Holden Colorado: Can driving 4WD on bitumen road cause damage?
Answered by Graham Smith · 26 Jan 2012

No one else has reported the issue to us, but you won't do any damage by driving in 4WD high on the highway.

Holden Colorado 2013: Any known issues with the LTZ?
Answered by Graham Smith · 14 Oct 2016

You're getting into the Colorado at about the right time, when they've done around 100,000 km. If you're going manual check the clutch, that's a bit of a weak point, but other than that go for the best car you can find. One thing to focus on is wear and tear from use as a work vehicle. Look at damage in the bed, dents and scrapes on the body from being worked hard on the job site. Overall they're a pretty good thing.

Holden Colorado 2010: Clutch problem
Answered by Carsguide.com.au · 07 Jun 2012

It appears that most, if not all, one-tonne utes are affected by the same clutch problem. It's the same story on pretty much every ute, no mater the brand, and the common complaint is premature wear and/or slipping and shuddering. I agree with you that 60,000 km is too low for a clutch to be worn out, but you'll find your warranty clearly states that the clutch is not covered. You could argue your case for Holden to cover the cost of the replacement, or you could have a better aftermarket clutch fitted.

Colorado vibration around 3000rpm in most gears
Answered by Carsguide.com.au · 07 Mar 2014

It would appear that the vibration is coming from the driveline, and the clutch being part of the driveline could well be source of the problem. It's worth getting it checked.

Holden Colorado 2011: Clutch pedal staying on the floor
Answered by Graham Smith · 05 Jun 2015

On the surface it would seem that there is a problem with the clutch, it could be that the pressure plate has collapsed or something similar. Pulling the gearbox out should enable the mechanics to find the cause of the problem.

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