Jan 11, 20 my vs commodore just had a transmission service done and now its struggling to take off when acceleration especially revving high to get into 2 and third gears, all other gears work fine any help will be appreciated. The article covers checking automatic transmission fluid level, topping up and. This shift lever bushing repair kit allows you to fix your holden commodore vx shifter. Use our free online car valuation tool to find out exactly how much your car is worth today. Designed here in australia for the holden ve commodore remote start manual transmission. Holden ve commodore transmission fluid service youtube. In response to increasing oil prices, a fourcylinder variant was spawned in june. Find out what theyre like to drive, and what problems they have. This is an interesting way to remove excess transmission fluid and sounds a. Need transmission fluid changed on a holden commodore vx wagon.
Jan 06, 2018 basic rundown on what you do under the car when you change the oil on an ls1 commodore. My 2001 vx commodore sedan auto transmission makes. Holden ve commodore transmission fluid service the 300000km 4spd automatic transmission fluid atf and atf filter service on my holden. Depends how much you want to spend being a newish commodore you could by all of the parts you need new from a holden dealer and even get them to do it if you like if you are talking vt vx then it will be a gertag something like that gerabox as used in the bmws and you will need to change the drive shaft.
It was the first iteration of the third generation of this australian made model and the last one to be powered by a locally made v8 engine 1999. Holden automatic transmission troubleshooter reference manual. Changing the head gaskets on my vx holden commodore part 1. The holden commodore is a medium to large sedan sold by holden since 1978. Released in october 2000 production continued up until september 2002 which then was replaced with the vy. Ok so if you have looked at your transmission fluid on the dipstick and it looks a little dark then its probably time to change it. The right is reserved to change any part at any time without prior notice. Holden commodore vr, vs, vt, vx, vy, vz, ve 19932012. Details about new vn vr vs vt vx vy holden commodore v6 water pump. In july 2001, a recall was issued for certain holden vx. Gm holden commodore 4l60e automatic transmission service, how to do your own 4l60e 700r4 transmission service diy automatic transmission fluid pressure manif. This holden commodore vx 20002002 service manual has easy to read text sections with top quality diagrams and instructions. For optimum fuel economy, use 110w30 sj gf2 engine oil, if this oil.
Mar 01, 2010 how to change the automatic fluid on a ve commodore. Holden finally got the big commodore properly sorted with the vx series ii in 2002, after some teething problems with the vt and the original vx series. Holden commodore ve auto transmission 2009 0hdd holden commodore ve omega auto transmission 4 speeds code 8hsd this has 19 pins plug blue and light brown colour internal. Holden commodore calais vx series october 2000 september 2002 vx series ii. The unit works using vacuum via a manual hand pump with a series of. Online library holden commodore repair manual vx holden commodore repair manual vx. To help you out, weve put together a quick stepbystep guide for you. Does vx 2001 commodore executive sadan have a alarm fixya. Its range included the luxury variants, holden berlina vt and holden. The range copies the commodore sedan and starts at the basic v6 manual. Where the vg utility was based around the then current vn commodore, the all new vu range of utilities shares its roots with the vx commodore. That is unless you have a manual transmission 5 or 6 speed with an additional clutch peddal there usually isnt a way to check the transmission fluid on a manual transmission.
In november 2001, a recall was issued for holden vt commodore vehicles fitted with towbar tongues manufactured by frontline after 1 april 2000 with a 1600kg or 2100kg rating since the tongues could break during towing due to the brittleness of the material pra 2001 5042. V6 engines were coupled to a fivespeed manual transmission, and v8s came with a. Holden commodore vx 20002002 manual is guaranteed to be fully useful to save your precious time. Find a used holden commodore vx for sale in melbourne, vic. Details and pics of the holden vx commodore calais. He bought the vehicle new del 702 after the dealer assured him the oil consumption issue was fixed in the series ii.
Can you please check the transmission fluid level for me just to be sure that its right. Commodore transmission issues australian ford forums. Holden commodore nightmare coolant part 2 duration. Holden ve commodore remote start manual transmission australia. Somewhere at the opposite side there will be a dipstic tube that will allow you yo check the transmission fluid.
The launch of the 2001 vu utility marks the first completely new holden utility since the vg model was released back in 1990. Changing the head gaskets on my vx holden commodore. It was manufactured from 1978 to 2017 in australia and from 1979 to 1990 in new zealand, with production in australia ending on 20 october 2017. Traction control is now available with the manual transmission. You could change the transmission oil and the diff oil around the same time. All specifications, performance and fuel economy data of holden commodore sv6 automatic 210 kw 286 ps 282 hp, edition of the year 2009 since midyear 2009 for australia, including acceleration times 060 mph, 0100 mph, 0100 kmh, 0200 kmh, quarter mile time, top speed, mileage and fuel economy, powertoweight ratio, dimensions, drag coefficient, etc. The holden commodore vx is an executive car that was produced by the australian. Most were automatics and the transmission was never one of the best. Once drained you can either drop the pan off and change the filter and pan gasket, or you can refill without doing this id start with a quick fluid change. It was indecisive in its shiftpattern and with the notinsubstantial weight of the vx. Even worse most people only talk about the importance of flushing an automatic.
How to check and change automatic transmission fluid how a car. September 2001 september 2002 the vx, while looking very similar to the vt, has some significant improvements. Holden ve commodore remote start manual transmission. The holden commodore vt is an executive car that was produced by the australian manufacturer holden from 1997 to 2000. The easiest way to fix your holden commodore vx shift lever. Buy and sell almost anything on gumtree classifieds.
Its range included the luxury variants, holden berlina vy and holden calais vy. Oil pressure minimum hot 41kpa at 1,000 engine rpm. This manual contains maintenance and repair procedures for the holden commodore vx series holden commodore vx series service repair factory manual is an electronic version of the best original maintenance manual. For optimum fuel economy, use 110w30 sj gf2 engine oil, if this oil unavailable, use sg,sh or sj grade engine oil with viscosity of 20w50. Vtvx vx how to drain excessive tranni fluid just commodores. In these vehicles, an interruption of the electrical current to the fuel pump relay, fuel pump connectors and lowbeam headlight relay could cause the fuel pump and lowbeam lights to fail pra 2001. I have a v6 4 speed automatic 95 vs holden commodore it sprays transmission fluid. Get free holden commodore vz service manual holden commodore vz service manual holden vz commodore oil change filter service hd how to change the oil at home on a holden vz commodore. This kit is not available any where else in the world. Jul 09, 2016 the 300,000km 4spd automatic transmission fluid atf and atf filter service on my holden ve commodore.
With the commodore vx ii, holden has added to every commodore. Fill the transmission with fresh fluid, pausing after each pump to allow the fluid to flow. Holden commodore gm 4l60e 700r4 auto transmision filter. Weve created the most detailed 3d model ever produced so we can show. Holden vtvz door card removal and upgrade this video is. Produced between october 2000 and september 2002, the vx served as minor update to the vt series from 1997 premiering revised styling and greater. According to my manual it says this should be done once a year.
It is the manual used in the local service repair shop. When all the oil has been drained, replace the drain plug and refill with fresh fluid or oil of the type recommended by the car handbook or service manual. Check your owners manual for the correct type and quantity of fluid required. From the vt minor adjustments to the styling, safety and the engine were made. Replaced spark plugs and leads, fuel filter, changed trans filter and oil still no change.
Compare prices of all holden commodore s sold on carsguide over the last 6 months. Consult the workshop manual for your vehicle to find out the correct procedure. Prices include gst and are subject to change without notice. When autoplay is enabled, a suggested video will automatically play next. Where is the fuse box located in commodore vt answers. Holden commodore questions my 98 vt commodore auto is. Pull down on plastic trim where steering column goes through. In these vehicles, an interruption of the electrical current to the fuel pump relay, fuel pump connectors and lowbeam headlight relay could cause the fuel pump and lowbeam lights to fail pra 2001 4844. The 300000km 4spd automatic transmission fluid atf and atf filter service on my holden ve commodore. How to change the oil and filter on commodore ls1 vt vx vy. How to check the transmission fluid on ve commodore manual.
Hundreds of latemodel holden commodore owners have been hit by an automatic transmission problem that has exhausted supplies of replacements in australia. In november 2001, a recall was issued for holden vt commodore vehicles fitted with towbar tongues manufactured by frontline after 1 april 2000 with a 1600kg or 2100kg rating. For example, the independent rear suspension was revised on the vx. The petrol tank is also bigger at 70 litres, and holden says the legheadshoulder measurements are all boosted, with longer seat travel. Never quite got over selling my 2001 vx v6 acclaim sedan in black. New vn vr vs vt vx vy holden commodore v6 water pump ebay. All specifications, performance and fuel economy data of holden commodore ss automatic 225 kw 306 ps 302 hp, edition of the year 2001 since august 2001 for australia, including acceleration. With no replacement in development, holden looked to opel to provide the. Used holden commodore vx for sale melbourne vic carsguide. Its range included the luxury variants, holden berlina vx and holden calais vx, and it formed the basis for a new generation holden ute vu coupe utility and holden monaro v2 coupe. Changing your automatic transmission fluid is necessary to keep the transmission running efficiently and smoothly. The holden vx commodore, berlina and calais range of fullsize cars were the eleventh instalment of the holden commodore, manufactured by holden, the australian subsidiary of general motors gm. Genuine gm commodore vs vt vx vy vz ve 4 speed auto. Holden vx was available in a sedan and a sport wagon.
Our kit is designed with a digital neutral safety sensor so it will never start when in gear. The commodore vx was the eleventh variation of holden s range of commodores. Holden commodore vx manual cars for sale in australia. The holden commodore vy is an executive car that was produced by the australian manufacturer holden from 2002 to 2004.
All holden commodore vx sedan versions offered for the year 2001 with complete specs, performance and technical data in the catalogue of cars. My 98 vt commodore auto is shuddering when trying to accelerate when at higher speeds above 70. Its left entirely to the stylists to set it apart from earlier 300kw models. The commodore vx was the eleventh variation of holdens range of commodores. Holden automatic transmission troubleshooter reference manual use in conjunction with the applicable scanner users reference manual. Changing automatic transmission fluid supercheap auto.
Depends how much you want to spend being a newish commodore you could by all of the parts you need new from a holden dealer and even get them to do it if you like if you are talking vt vx then it will be a gertag something like that gerabox as used in the bmws and you will need to change. In earlier models it was possible just to remove a hose clamp and ditch the. How to change the automatic fluid on a ve commodore. Follow the makers advice in the car handbook or a service manual. Remember, if youre unsure about any of these steps make sure you ask one of our team members or your local mechanic. The automatic transmission fluid atf should be changed sooner if its dipstick reveals. It was the second iteration of the third generation of this australian made model. How to check the transmission fluid on ve commodore manual 6. Get the gregorys commodore vt vx vy vz manual click here other holden car repair manuals click here other commodore repair manuals click here holden commodore vt vx vy vz 6 cyl v8 engine 1997 2007 repair manual covers the complete holden commodore. It was the third iteration of the third generation of this australian made model. Check your owners manual or service manual for your cars specifics.
The holden commodore vx is an executive car that was produced by the australian manufacturer holden from 2000 to 2002. My vs commodore just had a transmiss ion service done and now its struggling to take off when acceleration especially revving high to get into 2 and third gears, all other gears work fine any help will be appreciated. Replace it gently, so as not to force fluid back up the dipstick tube and so give a false reading. Rare stake by john carey, 03 oct 2017 39 years of holden commodore. Genuine gm commodore vs vt vx vy vz ve 4 speed auto transmission sensor gm4l60 for compare prices of 6396 products in auto parts from 297 online stores in australia. Holden automatic transmission troubleshooter reference. I commodore vehicles that were manufactured prior to march 2001. Its range included the luxury variants, holden berlina vx and holden calais vx, and it formed the basis for a new generation holden ute. The fill plug is on the left side of the transmission almost directly above the drain plug both require a torx head bit cant remember the size. Does vx 2001 commodore executive sadan have a alarm holden vt question. Change vt vx vy vz commodore front radius rod bushes holden. Holden commodore vx ii manual cars for sale in australia. The torque converter in some 2012 commodores is prone to a problem that leads to shuddering and requires a replacement.