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    Holden Commodore 2003 Problems

    Are you having problems with your 2003 Holden Commodore? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest 2003 Holden Commodore issues & faults. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the 2003 Holden Commodore in one spot to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

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    Can my 2003 Holden Commodore use ethanol E10 fuel? I usually use Octane 95.
    Answered by David Morley · 4 November 2021

    Yes, your Commodore is suitable to run on either E5 or E10 ethanol-blended fuel. Switching to E10 would definitely save you a few dollars per week versus filling up with 95-octane unleaded.

     

    Holden Commodore 2003: Best oil to use
    Answered by Graham Smith · 26 October 2017

    0W-40.

    Holden Commodore: What's a good replacement?
    Answered by Graham Smith · 16 February 2017

    All of the cars you name meet your criteria of size, economy, performance and handling.

    You could also add the Mazda3 and 6 to the list.

    Of all of those I would nominate the Camry as the great all-rounder.

    Used Holden Commodore review: 1997-2015
    By Ewan Kennedy · 23 February 2016
    Ewan Kennedy reviews the VT, VX, VY, VZ, VE and VF Holden Commodore between 1997 and 2015 as a used buy.
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    Used Holden Commodore review: 1997-2014
    By Ewan Kennedy · 13 October 2014
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    Holden Commodore recalled for fourth time in three months
    By Joshua Dowling · 2 July 2014
    Holden Commodore recalled because the LPG system may cut out or catch fire.
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    Holden Commodore 2003: ECU trouble
    Answered by Carsguide.com.au · 2 May 2014

    The ECU might have detected a low pressure at some point and set off a warning, but it might have been a one-off. Once the ECU was rebooted everything reverted to normal. That said it might occur again at some time in the future. If you are concerned about it, take it to an auto transmission specialist and have it tested. If the transmission hasn't been serviced before you could also consider having that done as well.

    Holden Commodore 2003: Water leaking
    Answered by Carsguide.com.au · 22 August 2013

    We haven't had any reports of water leakage on this model, which suggest there isn't a widespread problem. You don't say if the car has been involved in a crash, as sometimes water leaks can be a problem caused by poor panel fitment when a car has been repaired. Other than that check all the seals, doors, windows, air vents etc.

    Used Holden Commodore review: 1997-2012
    By Ewan Kennedy · 6 May 2013
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    VY Holden makes noise at diff
    Answered by Graham Smith · 22 March 2012

    It could be the diff itself or the diff mounts. Check the mounts first, if they check out ok, consult a diff specialist.

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