Holden Rodeo 2002 Problems

The coincidental nature of these faults would make most mechanics suspect the body computer is having a nervous breakdown. This computer is the one that controls functions ranging from central locking, the immobiliser, power windows, dashboard and even the entertainment system. It’s also responsible for the indicators, climate control and probably the gear selector. See the pattern?

And because the computer itself – rather than an individual component – has gone on the blink, it won’t always throw an error code. An auto electrician is the first place to visit as your diagnosis of an electrical fault is almost certainly spot on. Don’t rule out a simple bad earth connection, either, as these can also cause electronic havoc.

We are told there can be problems integrating LPG systems on the Rodeo. Our advice is that with an early central point mixer type system the car’s ECU can be picking up an oxygen sensor signal that is at variance to the normal signal when running on petrol. Later injection systems don’t suffer from this problem. To sort that out you need to take your car to an LPG specialist. Also check the obvious, that your car is tuned correctly.