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    Holden Commodore 2012 Problems

    Are you having problems with your 2012 Holden Commodore? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest 2012 Holden Commodore issues & faults. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the 2012 Holden Commodore in one spot to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

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    Holden Commodore 2012: VE SV6 ute gear problems
    Answered by Carsguide.com.au · 13 December 2013

    Without driving your car it's hard to make a comment, but I would suggest you find other cars of the same specification and drive them. That way you'll know if it is "normal". You could also take it to a transmission specialist for an independent assessment.

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    Holden Commodore SS clattering on start-up
    Answered by Graham Smith · 12 October 2012

    Clattering on start-up has been an on-going problem with the V8 Commodore and yours seems to be suffering from the same problem. Change the oil before you drive it anywhere, metal particles in the oil can lead to severe engine damage if not flushed out. Also talk to the dealer about the problem and demand it be fixed under the warranty.

    Holden Commodore: Fuel injection issues
    Answered by Graham Smith · 30 August 2012

    We checked around and found that there are reports of fuel quality issues resulting in injectors being blocked. The issue is thought to be predominately caused by contaminants in the gas leaching plasticizers from flexible rubber hoses installed on some LPG vehicles, which then migrates to the injectors. The recommendation we were given is to inspect the car's fuel delivery lines and if they are rubber check their extractability rating. If the rating is not near zero, then have them replaced with either copper lines or zero extractable flexible lines.

    Ask Smithy Xtra VE Commodore noisy on start
    Answered by Carsguide.com.au · 23 August 2011

    Have an experienced engine mechanic listen to the engine on a cold start to determine where the noise is coming from. They should be able to tell if it is valve lifters, or perhaps piston slap, which is probably what it is.

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