Vy commodore running rough at idle. 6L) only done 500kms so far.

Vy commodore running rough at idle Oct 17, 2007 · ok my vl rb30 is mising at idle. Printable View. this is Jan 29, 2024 · Hi all, having some issues with my 2010 VE Sports Wagon. Thread starter Nathanls; Start date Aug 9, 2017; N Customer: 3. Turn Off engine for min 30 Seconds 15. I've had V8 motors before with monster cams that shake rattle and roll but that's a different story. Also, when the car would not start (happened once), i could smell petrol coming from the exhaust. 1 of 2 VY S V6 Ute Series II 2004 I have been trying to fix this rough idle issue. Had my car running extremely rough a couple of weeks ago. what else could be causing the problem. The car was running pretty good before I did. 5 (3. New Plugs. It coughs, chokes, splutters, backfires, feels like 5 cylinders have Oct 2, 2022 · Being an intermittent issue makes it a pain in the butt to diagnose. It started as just a little burble at idle every now and then and kept getting worse. It's not that much but it's enough to piss me off and want it fixed Mar 4, 2015 · Have seen similar symptoms on a few ecotecs as well as my old vs ute. i have replaced Coils paks, spark plugs, air filter, cleanead throttle body aswell Mechanic's Assistant: Is the rough idle intermittent or consistent? Customer: consisitent Mechanic's Assistant: What year is your Spark? Aug 26, 2016 · my 98 vt is running rough on idle but one it has a few revs on it it slightly goes out of it but not completely. The maximum speed is only about 15-20 km and the car cannot get up any hills. 8 rough idle Runs rough at idle a big flat spot when you take off and every time you put your foot down Got a problem with my car that has always been there since I bought it but haven't bothered to try and fix till now. Customer: hi i have a vz 190 kw eng its running rough at ilde and seem to be idling to low i hav clean the crank sensor replace spark plug and manifold gasket clean map and air folw sensors but is still running bad but what i did notice the drivers side spark plugs were very black the outher side were fine at idle it is blowing black smoke out the exhaust it seems to running very rich what do Oct 3, 2013 · VZ Holden Commodore (2004 - 2006) VZ LS1 Running rough (Stalling at idle and low RPM) inc. wat else could it be. Took it for a drive and it almost feels like i Cleaned the plenum and everything while I was at it Got it all back together and the car starts and idle s fine but just won't rev up revs to about 5000 rpm and starts coughing and running rough and if you keep the revs at 5000 rpm it runs that rough the engine near stalls untill you lift your foot off the accelerator. I think its a bit of a coincidence that it happened after I filled up the other day. I've had it at the mechanics so many times and it's had all the usual done like plugs, filters and all the throttle body pulled down. Handbook recommends 10W-30 engine oil . It made it a little bit better, but I still sounds lumpy af when idling. Then turn it on. Started her up and had a rough idle, so I looked for the vacuum lines and found then one running from the throttle body to the back of the heads was off so I put it back on. Jun 2, 2024 · Hey everyone, I just bought a 1999 VT Commdore S-Pack as a first car. Jul 16, 2012 · i have a vy ecotec. iam outa ideas:bang:. Ride: VY Commodore Wagon Accli. 8 v6 ecotec. I can feel it through the seat and also on the Apr 9, 2013 · Hey guys, i just cleaned my throttlebody 274,000km LFW motor and cleaned the butterfly, made sure that the tps sensor was plugged back in, now it seems that its idling rough, the idle isnt high but i noticed sitting instead of 1. Since I installed first set the car hasn’t been the same and is now idling rough and has a small miss down low? I got a second set and that hasn’t helped. Although not completely, it gradually got better and wasn't Oct 26, 2013 · After putting upbwith very similar symotoms for about 100k i replaced drivers side engine mount. I have cleaned the throttle body,replaced iac and tps,checked for air leaks changed temperature sensor and tried the idle re-learn procedure and nothing is working. 8L V6 Commodore shuddering under acceleration. Now did a diagnostic and its showing code 23 Throttle position sensor and code 32 Manifold air flow sensor covering all bases the car has a new fuel pump plugs leads coils and air flow meter before battery went flat was running sweet have disconnected the batt and left for a couple of As mentioned, the idle screw shouldn't be touched as the idle air controller does the job – the screw simply sets the base air opening, the stepper motor adjusts the rest for hot/cold idle speed. I have cleaned throttle body as well as plenum chamber Vy v6, 2004 vy v6 commodore faults P0101, po446. I let her idle for a good minute before takeing off. He checked for vacuum leaks , and injector pulse and a compression test . There is a code logged p0340 cam angle sensor signal missing. Thread starter mat75; Start Hard to start runs rough. 6 L/100k, I have NEVER seen it idle that high in the 6 years of owning/driving the Jul 17, 2018 · My VY SS starts rough and if not stalls, almost stalls when I put it into drive or reverse. The thing is, it doesn't do it all the time, and is rather random. Thread starter mat75; Start date Apr 22, 2014 May 6, 2010 · 5. When the car is Feb 22, 2010 · I have a 1998 vt s 3. Juniorvsv6ute; Feb 20, 2013 · The problem is a very rough idle, only in the mornings when the air temperature is 19°C or below. It idles at about 850 to 950 rpm. Since you habe replaced all spark components, next step would be fuel. what kind of spark plugs are you running and what did you set the plug gaps? On my car i run tr6 plugs cause i have turbos. Hi,My 2003 Commodore has lost acceleration when uphill and/or accelerating off a stop. Jan 26, 2020 · Would anyone here know about why my cars engine feels like its misfiring? Its sluggish as and wont rev high/hard, Rough idle as if its about to stall What could this be as im going insane!!!! VY Series 2 SS 03 Model Oct 9, 2010 · hey i was just wondering if any one could help me out here , I had extractors put on my vt commodore and ever since than it has slowly started to get a really bad vibrations and idles from any where between 650 rpm to around 500 rpm. However while checking i found that When the car is in Idle & Backfireing if i dissconnect the MAF sensor there is NO change. VY Holden Commodore (2002 - 2004) 2004 vy spac ecotec 3. here is a copy of the log using the1s enhanced vt with nvram May 17, 2013 · VY Holden Commodore (2002 - 2004) Fuel smell and rough idle. I looked up some old threads (2009) and Sonny from Autowerks said in one of those threads, just clean the throttle body properly and see what happens. It seemed to have overheated (Hot indicator on trip computer) although only 5 minutes before the temp gauge was sitting on 1/2 way so it seems to have just shot straight up. Jun 4, 2006 · as for the running ruff, it could b many things most comen things are that the temp senor can be making it run rich or lean, the AFM (air flow meter) could be off, ment to be set at 382hms to run at factory specs if higher runs rich low runs lean, o2 sensor could be off making it runn richer as its clocged up or caked in carbon deposites or Apr 11, 2012 · From handtrolley. I have extracted the engine and replaced the ecotec block from a VX attached all the VY gear and put it in. Then again today. Sunburst FG XR6T -Process West bits, Garrett GTX3582R, 3. Thanks in advance Nov 19, 2019 · and been filled up with Shell Petrol 91, and the car has been running and driving perfectly. Apr 1, 2018 · VY Holden Commodore (2002 - 2004) i am having a similar problem but its only running rough in gear at idle its not too bad when its in neutral. Regarding the rough idle. Intermittently running rough and cutting out. 8 rough idle. Passrnger side replaced a couole of years ago. After idle hits normal NO more probs for day. Left it overnight to take it down to my mechanic again. Is driving me crazy. Oct 26, 2013 · and commented how much better the car was running and idling. Another thought is have you put any injector cleaner in the fuel tank recently and this is a must give the throttle body and parts a good cleaning, either use the throttle body cleaner spray or if you're capable then pull it apart and give it a Apr 23, 2012 · VY Holden Commodore (2002 - 2004) VY V6 running rough. It was running a dream apart from an engine code that comes up, my mechanic friend hooked it upto a (correct me if I’m Hi i've got a Holden Commodore VZ Lumina 2004 v6, and i experience these problems aswell. Just solenoid clicking like a flat battery would do. 5 AFR Oct 25, 2020 · How to diagnose engine misfire problems where it's running rough or blowing smoke#commodore #holdencommodore #v8 #gen3 #gen4 #ss Feb 27, 2021 · Hi I just installed two different sets of brand new fuel injectors on VY SS. Jul 10, 2015 · G'day Guys, Here's the situation The Car: VE Omega V6 2007 Auto Sedan. After putting it all back together with new gaskets, it idles rough (particularly when braking), and a local mechanic said it was running on 5, so I changed the spark plugs, leads and fuel injectors just in case. Have std VZ SS and the idle is running rough. 8l V6 Has a Backfire on Idle issue. Feb 1, 2013 · My Ecotec v6 is idling very low at 400rpm only when i start her up. Thread The Rough Idle issue seems to be very common and solutions offered by other forum users are 1. 6l per hour and its obvious its over fueling, excess moisture in exhaust from it etc. Bought it with 35k on the clock and have noticed every now and then there is a misfire. VS 5. 8L VX commodore. Had the ECU replaced which did not fix the issue. Any way seen that it happened after I Today we get in a 2005 Holden Commodore or what we know as a Crewman that is a VZ model with a 3. If anyone has any idea then I would appreciate it. Had it diagnosed at a local mechanic. She shakes a lot when idling, as if to almost conk out but doesn't. I've used the heavier grade 15W-40 and it caused a vibration and slight shake at idle. So, when I command 12. i would have thought idle should be around the 600-650RPM. Thread starter VYSS03; Start date Jan 15, 2021; 1; 2; 03 Commodore vy ss Stalling at idle. Nov 9, 2017 · Hi All, Posted a while ago about my rough idle issue. Is there a way to identify whether it is electrical or mechanical? Jan 7, 2011 · The car, from dead cold, starts easily. Like a new car. And when I accelerate it jerks a tiny bit through each gear. Aug 28, 2022 · Hi, my VY has sat for several years & now it has been running for a few days with fresh rego. 26 which fixed the higher rpm problem but it then developed an idle miss similar to what your having. The seller said it was tuned by the last bloke who had it and said it will need a retune to lean down the fuel mixture for better economy and to cure the rough idle. The car had a slight shake/rough feel to it when idling but drives fine when the car is accelerating. (Its an automatic) Normally it stays on for about 5 seconds then turns off and my car goes back to running normal. Thread starter Jun 7, 2008 · Got a problem with my car that has always been there since I bought it but haven't bothered to try and fix till now. Aug 4, 2020 · In this video the SS develops a rough idle just out of the blue all from a single fuse and bad o2 Sensors. The rubber seal was damaged and let water in, which corroded the coil shaft and presumably the internal Jan 29, 2012 · Hey Guys, i have a VY 2003 Commodore standard motor and running gear, it is running really ruff on an idel , when sitting on an idle for a while the check engine sign comes on. It only starts feeling rough once it has fully warmed up. Get someone to watch the engine whilst you put it in and out of drive or reverse, to see if there's any physical engine movement. It hasnt been running the best and last week it actually started having a solid miss at idol when it was up to temp. Recently we did a motor swap out of another VT, and got it start but there is a real rough idle. the engine is a few thousand ks and has a fairly new cas on it . Just bought a New VE SV6 MY12. 6L) only done 500kms so far. Vic Australia. 8 rough idle Runs rough at idle a big flat spot when you take off and every time you put your foot down Feb 5, 2019 · Help needed with high idle issue. Jan 7, 2011 · The car, from dead cold, starts easily. Found by spraying aerosol carefully in engine bay listening for rev increase Went away somewhat when revving as this forced extra air through and the AFR leveled out somewhat. Problem: When in idle, motor has a miss/stumble every few seconds. Apr 23, 2016 · Next I disconnected coil packs one at a time - it was really difficult because it was running sooo bad really shitty but when the idle dropped down real low after a few minutes of running I managed to determine that No 5 had no effect when disconnected. Jan 15, 2021 · Vy ss running rough. But Found an issue with the injector . Mar 23, 2024 · VY Holden Commodore (2002 - 2004) . It does not do it all the time though. Thread starter NU13; Start Car has done 92,000 and is running on 98 octane fuel and has had two Sep 10, 2024 · My Series 2 VY Commodore has lately been having issues with its idle. I have just recently had my timing chain replaced, engine mounts replaced and cold air intake put on the car. If you can pull up the fault codes. May 25, 2008 · Got a problem with my car that has always been there since I bought it but haven't bothered to try and fix till now. Jun 30, 2019 · - Rough idle - Running very rich (o2 sensor >1000 mv) - occasionally throwing a check engine R/H O2 sensor fault on LPG - no other fault codes I suspect its the closed loop not working correctly, and not adjusting the vacumn to the regulator properly, hence no/little cutback of fuel. It had collaosed and is metal on metal. Jul 5, 2014 · commodore rough idle vx commodore 1; 2; Next. Turned out to be the cam angle sensor. Started it the next morning, and it ran perfectly for another week or two. Aug 10, 2017 · VY Holden Commodore (2002 - 2004) . Here is a excellent video showing the failure, corvette starts and runs cold, when hot, wont start or runs like a POS when Jul 16, 2024 · Hey lads I've also got the same P0102 low voltage code as well as a oil press high voltage code in my cammed mafless tuned 2004 vy ss. Aug 21, 2014 · I have a VY V6 2003 and it's running rather rough. Dec 12, 2014 · Are you using standard vy flash PCM or the l67 ecu that is memcal based? What tune/bin file do you currently have running in the vehicle? If you have changed top end, did this include injectors? If you changed injectors did you update the injectors data in the calibration, if not it will be running very very lean. Is there a way to identify whether it is electrical or mechanical? Rough idle VY Commodore. It comes in running rough at idle only with an en Sep 5, 2019 · This post may help someone who is having issues with 3. 8 > 3. 3 litres/100k better fuel economy. VY SS Ute (Jimi Hendrix) Jan 28, 2021 #7 Customer: car has rough idle at cold start. Oct 26, 2013 · I could be wrong, but I think a slight random 'stumble' at idle is a normal trait of the series II VY ecotec engine management system. Seems to idle smoother on premium unleaded fuel but can't afford to keep using this. Replaced it with a VS Your rough/low/high idle is controlled and caused by the IAC valve. I noticed that when I disconnect it, the car starts and runs fine, so I got a new MAF. approx 5 months ago it started displaying *CHECK ENGINE LIGHT*, then the troubles with mechanics began, after constant diagnostics, each saying a different code, most common was the Air flow sensor, we were advised to remove Jan 6, 2015 · Also the idle on gas and on fuel was rough, not real bad but enough to annoy. The car has a real rough idle which is noticeably worse in drive or neutral and slightly Jun 20, 2018 · I have a VZ Commodore 2004. I'm going to check out the spark Customer: Vy ss Ute 5. I've been having some trouble finding the source of a rough idle in my 03 vy ecotec v6 for some time and have found the issue. Where then I cleaned the Throttle Body and replaced the IAC and Throttle Position Sensor, the only code on the car was an abnormal idle code. The mechanic said it's the computer( common fault) with Commodore. The car is very well maintained and normally runs extremely well but the last few days I've noticed a strange problem. Jan 27, 2013 · Hi guys. Drivers dide is under compression when in drive. Jul 22, 2012 · Car: VY SS LS1 M6, Stock apart from tune. As soon as the car warms up (after about 6-10 minutes) it runs perfectly. Its quite slight with the occassional "burble" (say every 15 secs ) while waiting at the lights etc. i have replaced fuel pump, spark plugs and leads ,injectors. This issue starting with a high idle about 1500 rpm about a month ago. You dont adjust the throttle plate, as this will then give bogus throttle position data. Having major issues with it running rough as guts. Sep 10, 2019 · My VT Commodore (factory dual fuel). I was noticing the car not idling like it normally does when stopped at the lights. 7 starts easy but stops won’t idle now Mechanic's Assistant: Is the rough idling consistent? Anything sound different? Customer: runs very rough then cuts out Mechanic's Assistant: What year is your SS? Customer: 2003 Mechanic's Assistant: Is there anything else the Chevrolet SS Mechanic should know before I connect you Mar 23, 2024 · VY Holden Commodore (2002 - 2004) . No fault codes at all. when i hold the accelerator at the Jan 18, 2013 · Hi there I was just curious in what the normal idle RPM range for a standard VX 01, reason I ask is it feels like its running slightly rough at the moment its on 700RPM is this normal? or does it ment to be 900RPM? Thanks Nov 23, 2013 · Gday guys. it is definately not running on all cylinders and has lost all power. but goes fine when driving. Apr 6, 2012 · VP S2 What could cause rough idle and stalling, also sometimes not starting. Well after cleaning with throttle body/carby cleaner everything is perfect at idle and even slow speed, on and off throttle is a lot smoother. Feb 29, 2008 · Try cleaning the idle valve, replace your plugs and if you have not changed it recently the oxygen sensor. 5 @ idle, I get 1 or 2 cylinders running @ or above stoich and 6 or 7 well above stoich (>12. To the point it feels like it's going to stall, also does it when I reverse. I even had a friend put it on the computer at a Holden dealer and can't find anything. The Problem - in Brief: Rough idle and diagnosed misfire in no specific cylinder [it changes depending on its mood] ONLY AFTER A VERY COLD START. The engine then ran very rough and then it Aug 3, 2013 · Joined Sep 29, 2012 Messages 615 Reaction score 5 Points 16 Age 44 Location UAE Members Ride VY Berlina / VZ SS LS1 Sep 17, 2023 · My Series 2 VY Commodore has lately been having issues with its idle. 0 LITRE AUTO Jun 22, 2016 · Hey Guys, I have a 2002 VY SS and has been running great the past 3 years iv had it, all of a sudden its started running really rough to the point it stalls trying to idle. Flow and actual pressure are different just because the pump runs doesn't mean the car is gettign enough fuel pressure which can cause a bad idle. i opened my gaps slightly and it idled beautifully again. After about 10 mins shaking it goes back to normal all day. Thread starter TnT; Start date Apr 23, the idle revs up and then just drops way down til it almost Dec 3, 2024 · Problem has all indications of a bad Cam sensor rough idle / hesitation on acceleration, to date plugs leads injectors pcv valve problem stays the same. ive replaced the crank angle sensor, oxygen sensor, coolant temp sensor and air flow meter. 6 litre commodore running rough at idle and when accelerating but inproves when up to speed changed plugs and leads but no change Answered by Andrew in 11 mins 14 years ago Andrew Jun 7, 2016 · Hey Guys, I have a 2002 VY SS and has been running great the past 3 years iv had it, all of a sudden its started running really rough to the point it stalls trying to idle. Feb 3, 2020 · Next morning, it runs fine at idle and revs fine if you smoothly accelerate but if you give it a jab or accelerate too quickly while driving, or while parked, it misses like a bitch. It is most noticeable when first starting and reversing of a morning once in a blue moon. It idles rough but as soon as any load is put on, the engine runs very roughly. Can't promise it will fix it, but these seem to get overlooked quite a bit and the poor old crank angle sensor gets the blame. Thread starter zlori; Start date VY SS Wagon 5. Mine 2008 VE SV6 SIDI UTE. 8. I purchased an OBD2 scanner codes were P300, 01, 03, 05. (I changed the FCV for this reason - no change) Jul 17, 2022 · I have a 3. Revs don’t drop much when slowing down Oct 3, 2024 · Post subject: DL LTD Running rough and won't idle - SOLVED issue was Fpump. I dont think it has to be only when the engine is cold after sitting for a Oct 15, 2023 · Sounds like car was going to stall but it doesnt, just runs like an islander on the shitter after tacos. The idle RPM on my VZ would be approx 550 do0es that sound right. What I have tried (Not all because of problem): New Spark Plugs New Leads New Coils New Intake/exhaust gaskets Std tune, Mod tune, mod tune mafless. In drive on petrol: fine In drive on LPG: fine In park on petrol: fine In park on LPG: engine revs go crazy between 100-1500 until the car dies. He repaired that. There is a procedure to get the ECU to relearn the IAC settings without a Tech 2 IIRC. Found #1 with bent prongs on the injector . VY Berlina series 2, V6 Auto, petrol When stationary in Drive, it idles at about 1500-2000rpm and essentially takes off on its own, even on small slopes. Can you clear the codes, and see which one comes back first? A P0101 is normally an air leak between the MAF and the engine, typically the purge hose, but it could also be the purge solenoid stuck open (your p0446), or a split or loose intake duct. She's been running rough for while, changed the spark plugs, coils and leads awhile ago. And sometimes it stalls due to low idle. Jul 29, 2014 · Charged battery and after starting started running rough. 2 months ago had the plugs and coils changed. Jan 25, 2020 · I have a 2003 VY. The car has done it since I bought it, but I have ignored it Does your car idle poorly, have a rough idle, or in general have an idle problem? Learn how to fix a car with high or low idle, and learn how to fix a car th Dec 3, 2016 · At idle the wideband shows the car is fueling correctly but as soon as u rev it, even gradually the trims start hitting 16 and 17 and about 18 to 19 on decel at low rpm. Idle air control valve. Jan 23, 2010 · Yesterday in the 40degree heat my VT commodore suddenly stopped. Aug 11, 2016 · We had a slight rough idle issue and replaced all the sensors and she now purrs like a big pussy. Allow engine to idle for 10 Minutes 10. Cheers guys and gal's. Turns out one coil had not been installed properly by the technicians at Holden. Shift Transmission to P (Park) 11. Has aftermarket Prins Vapour Injection LPG system. Sep 23, 2008 · What causes a rough idle? VY Holden Commodore (2002 - 2004) . 7 Auto Wikid Postie Bike look for leaks when engine is hot and running. allso wont start 1st hit. vy2guy; Feb 9, 2024; Got a problem with my car that has always been there since I bought it but haven't bothered to try and fix till now. May 17, 2013 · No leaks there while the engine is running. Apr 10, 2023 · Only ran rough at idle. It has a rough idle(no problems when driving except one time it revved to about 4500 rpms and hung there and slowly came back down May 26, 2016 · VZ Holden Commodore (2004 - 2006) . Camera Used is a GoPro5Mic Used is a Rode VideoMicr Dec 1, 2024 · Occasionally when the engine light would come on my car would idle rough when stopped and sound like it was about to stall. Running out of ideas here. Anyway I only drove probably 150m up the road and pulled over. So, bought a 2011 Omega, guy I bought it off said there was an issue with o2 sensors, running rough, replaced all 4 straight away. Customer: Hello. Turn ON A/C controls 9. Jan 19, 2021 · VZ Holden Commodore (2004 - 2006) Running better but still rough idle and massive miss. Really sluggish. I have changed Fuel Filter, Plugs. and I cant get her to idle never mind run, its also knocking like crazy, the revs that you see are me trying to keep her alive till she dies. The power from the engine is also really low although once above idle it appears to run on all 6. And feels like it has a flat spot when driving down the freeway. My car does that on very cold starts sometimes even when running 98 octane, I'm not overly concerned as it's only on cold starts. Missing under load, rough idle after repairs. Thread Not sure whether you are running gas, but if you are when they convert to gas Oct 31, 2024 · It idles rough and has no power. but I am bit if a perfectionist and it annoys the crap out of me. Many cases ive watched, car starts and runs when cold, fails to idle or start when hot. If i give the car gas it runs normal how it should, when I take foot off and let it idle, rough. Feb 13, 2019 · Hey guys , I have just bought a vy wagon it’s been l67 swapped , running standard pulley etc , it runs good but on start up especially when cold its got surging idle and really stinks running very rich , the guy I bought it off swapped it over himself and had it 190kw “custom flashed tuned” but Mar 19, 2015 · Also on idle the rpm goes up and down between about 600 and 800-850 RPM constantly no matter how long i drive it or how warmed up it is. becomes better when it warms up. Allow engine to idle for 10 Minutes 14. The Symptoms: Rough Idle - Engine is generally quiet and smooth running, starts first time every time and runs a dream when it wants to. When in Park, it idles at 2000-2500rpm. 03 v6 vy rough idle running rich 03 v6 vy rough idle running rich. (Has conked out once or twice) The engine constantly feels hot after a short. 5" Zorst, Booost, E85. . May 31, 2009 · VZ Holden Commodore (2004 - 2006) VZ rough idle fix. But if it is something new that the car never did previously you might look at investigating something like *an intake manifold gasket leak *slight exhaust leak upstream from one of the catalytic converters However I never though it would cause it to idle rough, but yet again, anything is possible. Used genuine GM plugs and gapped them as recommended. Then when I take off it jumps and it runs a bit rough and when I changed to second, it started jumping again. At times is drops down to roughly 300rpm and trys bouncing itself back up. Turn Off A/C Controls 13. Coil pack is working fine, but have not changed leads as yet. Serioysly would nit have believed this could cause such a rough idle when in drive. Customer: Hi Guys, I have a VY SS that runs really rough only when it's cold. i checked my air cleaner hose (was full of oil) cleaned it , also cleaned my throttle body was ABSOLUTELY filthy. When I'm sitting at the lights it will shake a little. it runs like a dream! Perfect! Get to where your goin turn it off, sweet as! If you leave the car sit off for about half hour. Before I did all the work it had a slightly rough idle but drove just fine. Thread starter f1tzy; Start date May 31, 2009; 1; 2; VZ Skaife Senator & VY SS UTE Nov 9, 2017 · I noticed it lacked power compared to the older vy when I got it, So i changed oil,filter,fuel filter,spark plugs,air filter,ultratune tested coils an said everything seems fine, But yet the engine still shakes a bit,ildes at about 600rpm but the car it self shakes a small bit, Jan 8, 2013 · VY Holden Commodore (2002 - 2004) running rough on idle and traction control. Checked fault codes and came back as Satisfactory operation. Once it warms up it runs fine and starts first go with no problems. but still a bit rough. VZ Idle Issue. At Idle it Feb 10, 2015 · VY Feb 19, 2015 #5 Seems like ecu is in limp 1995 V6 VS commodore, running rough and very lumpy idle, very sluggish and slow to drive, sounds like a diesel in My car all of a sudden (ls1 vy2 Calais) when you start her up for the first time. They do fail when they are hot. Jun 14, 2008 · Got a problem with my car that has always been there since I bought it but haven't bothered to try and fix till now. Cylinder 1,3,5 Misfire. Posted: Mon Oct 31, 2011 3:21 am . VT V6 lumpy idle: My VT V6 runs fine except at idle it 'wobbles' Its almost like it's missing but I have checked everything including the EGR vavle, plugs leads and coil packs. I have a 2011 series 2 sv6 Ve commodore. It had a rough Feb 14, 2017 · Joined Jul 27, 2006 Messages 6,176 Reaction score 16,671 Points 113 Location Melbourne Members Ride VS Acclaim V6 Jan 25, 2020 · IAC for rough idle, flat spot can be spark or fuel, TPS might be the first thing to change or test if you have a multimeter, it should clime steadily to 5v full throttle if it jumps up then down its stuffed. it has recently started to run extremely rough ~1000rpm fluctuation and wont idle. swapped airflow meter out of another vt commodore . the car has 170,000 km and i recently (1000kms ago) replaced plugs (NGK), leads, injectors Apr 2, 2019 · Hey guys, I’ve recently bought a vy v6 ecojet and have put a supposedly stroked out engine in it, put a new alternator on, new leads, hoses, full service on engine ect ect. Dec 12, 2014 · hi guys Ive just done a vy l67 top swap. Mar 7, 2015 · If you're running E85 it's nothing to worry about about quite normal. Rough idle & hesitation on acceleration - Omega series ii 3. Only on first start up when motor cold. It made no difference! Hey all. Shift transmission to D (drive) 7. 0l sidi (lfw) auto Hi guys and girls, first time here. After 5km, car is fine! The 1st thing I checked was the MAF. New Battery New PCM Checked My first thought is engine mounts also. i was having trouble with spark blow out at higher rpm so to fix it i closed the plug gaps down to 0. Apr 23, 2016 · After disassembly, I had the heads pressure tested and cleaned, and cleaned up the rest of the surfaces and gaskets as I went. Now comes the strange part car starts every time car runs be it a little rough, mechanic scanned it but can’t get a cam angle signal swapped the sensor with one he had same problem. The last few days i's been running rough,like one cylinder is missing,the same symptoms as before I had the coils changed. When the car is started it revs to around 2000 rpm and then slowly drops to 1200 rpm in park,when its in drive it stays around 1100 rpm and runs rough. ~326,000km total KM (250,000km on LPG). 0l per hour fuel its now like 2. Fuel filter and air filter changed regularly. when i try to start the car it wont start unless i push the throttle slightly. Jan 7, 2018 · Morning , My vy has a rough idle and misses through the rev range . Usually when cold, but not always, it runs really rough and appears to be misfiring a lot. 6L engine. Car: VY SS LS1 M6, Stock apart from tune. When I filled the petrol tank for the first time the "Fuel Gauge Contact Retailer" came straight on and then would not run on petrol, and every time I went round a corner or up a hill that %$#@ noise would beep! Feb 3, 2020 · VY Holden Commodore (2002 - 2004) . The SS is still running a bit rough after I changed the leads and plugs, but not as bad now. When it sits idling, the revs fluctuate between 500rpm and 1000rpm and the car shakes badly. I thought maybe the solenoid on the starter motor might be going but doesn't explain rough idle for a short period on start up sometimes. Issue recently started. Hard to start runs rough. It also surges under My VY commodore 3. I've noticed from very early on that at idle - whether the car is in Park, Neutral or braked in Drive that there is a slight miss in the engine (almost like a lump). Have replaced MAF sensor, intake gaskets, I’ve swapped throttle body from another commodore aswell, checked timing and it’s good, checked cams, valves and rockers for any damages, removed cats and inspected in case they’re clocked but ok. First time it did it was yesterday. I did those when my VR was running rough and wanting to stall and now it runs like a dream. Well today I filled up with United Petrol in Hallam in the afternoon on the way home, and the car is now running like a dog, Idling rough, idle economy is between 2. The car is idling rough and revving rough. May 17, 2019 · Back again. Other than that she runs fine. It doesn't matter what temp the car is, hot or cold, only happens when under a full load. Characteristics don't point at a crank angle sensor either. i have done leads and plugs , cleaned the throttie body , air filter replaced and air flow meter pick up I know the Ecotec has never been a smooth idler but I recently replaced the spark plugs in my '02 VY 6 cylinder Commodore and since then idle has seemed to get even rougher. And start May 1, 2020 · My LS2 was running bad and getting worse over time. When I go to start it doesn’t have enough power to engage the starter. Run engine at Idle 6. Oct 18, 2024 · Hello Hello! It's about time I asked for help; My beloved VT is starting to get to me o_O The Car: VT-II V6 Auto, 200k on the clock, 2nd owner. only just managed to find a linked pair of BCM, PIM and key and upon first start it cranked fine, misfired a bit from the stale fuel from sitting for months, but stalled instantly when i took my foot off the accelerator. Oct 18, 2015 · Id still consider the injectors. After replacing the Iac with no difference, it Turned out to be the Throttle Position Sensor. Maybe since you found the bolts were loose, the gaskets could be either damaged in some way, or not sealing correctly, probably best to replace them if you can afford it, and the time, the LIM gasket kit are not that expensive, and it could even Jan 22, 2015 · Unstable idle and shaking car like it was missing bad, throwing the Traction control to off and was extremely low on power, not to mention fuel economy went through the roof. automatically switched itself off, pressed button in a couple of times, didn't do May 21, 2015 · G'day all. Misfire, rough uneven idle, wants to cut out. Dec 22, 2016 · I acquired a VY commodore sedan automatic 2003 that was not running at the time. Apr 22, 2014 · VY Holden Commodore (2002 - 2004) . Cleaned it out noticed an improvement while driving and while idling but still rough. This didn't happen on the dyno and its not set like that in the tune. Nov 4, 2013 · Some times on idle the revs would go down to 0 then jump up to 2000ish. Location: Bannockburn When i say idle is rough i mean that if you are sitting at lights you can feel the car kind of rocking gently. my ls1 was running a bit rough, so ive been trying to fix it and get it running nice again but i cant seem to work out what the issue is. It doesn't really show in a scan but you sure can feel it. VY 3. Rough Idle. 8 commodore,have recently replaced ignition leads & plugs with ngk new set ,also radiator & themostat was replaced,car was running well,but recently started running rough,still id … read more Jun 6, 2013 · VX Commodore Rough Idle. Mine get a bit rough every now and again but it is by no means a regular thing and most of the time it idles perfectly. Allow engine to Idle for 10 Minutes. Then the car appeared to drive fine for a short time. Allow engine to idle for 10 Minutes 12. check the grade of oil you've got in your engine. Everyone has diff idea ,cause, solution Thank U Mar 24, 2011 · Purchased VY SS Oct 2008, immediately put on a cold air induction kit. Around 40-50KM and above it runs normal, or about 2500+RPM. 2004 vy spac ecotec 3. The lighter grade oil doesn't put as much load on motor (runs smoother and gives me about 0. This morning it has started running VERY though at idle, with what seems to be a sucking noise around the WGR valve, and has managed to “fix itself” again and is running properly again. Codes '03 VY Oct 3, 2013 #1 Hi guys Aug 22, 2020 · Hey everyone, I’ve just recently done a manual swap in my 2002 VY v6 commodore. I put injection cleaner in when i put fuel in on the Wednesday, drove it thursday with no issues only to have my car running extremely rough friday. Hoping to find a resolution to an annoying issue with our new (second hand) auto vf sv6. And a few times i had to start the engine with foot on the gas cz it would just stall as soon as it starts. it seems to get worse once u put it into drive. I've changed spark plugs, leads, coil packs, mag sensor and I'm running out of ideas. its seems to jerk Aug 14, 2015 · Replaced all 3 coil packs on a 6cylinder still running rough at idle at lights idle isn't constant do u need to replace leads after faulty coil packs Welcome to Just Commodores, a site specifically designed for all people who share the same passion as yourself. The idle is really bad & it stalls at the lights & sometimes shifting to drive. jvetrvt jyv alae cdows oxt ewnuk dbpet cvxwnc btd wytsavgr