Why does the clock in my 2004 Holden Astra CD keep resetting?

My first thought is that your car’s battery is on the way out. Are there any other symptoms of this (slow cranking etc)? Essentially, a battery that isn’t fully charged or is a bit wonky can start to shed its responsibilities one by one as it wears out. In this case, you might find that maintaining the clock’s memory/time isn’t programmed into the car as a major priority, so it switches that circuit off as a means of saving every available volt and ampere for actually starting the car (which is the point at which the maximum strain is placed on a battery). Beyond that, you could have a dodgy ignition barrel that isn’t making all the necessary contacts when you insert and turn the key each time. I’ve heard of applying a liberal coating of acetone (or a solvent such as carby cleaner or WD40 should also work) and inserting the key a few times in succession. This is sometimes enough to clean the contacts and restore full functionality.

Why does my 2009 Holden Astra have trouble starting after sitting overnight?

These cars used a fairly simply check-valve on the fuel pump to prevent fuel draining back into the tank when the car was parked. As the car ages, this valve wears to the point where it won’t maintain fuel in the lines going to the engine. If that happens, it will take some time and cranking to get fuel from the tank to the engine. This is the delay you’re experiencing. The worn valve is only allowing a small amount of fuel to drain back which is why you need to wait six hours or so for the problem to show up. A new fuel pump will fix it.

What oil should I use in my 2004 Honda Astra?

When talking about engine oil (as opposed to transmission, brake, power steering, differential, radiator or other types of oils found in cars) for your Holden TS Astra, a 10W-40 rating is best, though 15W-40 is good and 20W-40 is also OK. Make sure to go with a trusted brand.

Why does my 2020 Holden Astra have an oil leak in the transmission?

You could argue the semantics of what is and isn’t a major failure till the cows come home and still not get any joy. But while I’d still be talking to the dealership, I’d also contact Holden’s Customer Service department and explain the situation to see if it will overrule the dealership’s call on this. The number to call is 1800 46 465 336. Meantime, if the car is fixed and working properly, what’s the problem? You could get a brand-new car and have exactly the same thing happen, so where do you draw the line on what’s acceptable and what’s not? Had Holden refused to fix the car or done a botched job that still left the car with problems, it would be a different story, but if the car is back to brand-new, I would consider the problem to be solved. I’m tipping head office will see it the same way.

Holden Astra GTC 2015: Why is my car coughing dark smoke?

It sounds like you’re dealing with a fuel-air mixture issue when the engine is started from dead cold. If the mixture is too rich – which would be my suspicion – then black smoke is often a consequence. A coolant temperature sensor should be telling the engine’s on-board computer what the temperature of the engine is, so that the computer can then tell the injectors how much fuel to inject into each cylinder. A dud sensor can cause the computer to inject too much fuel, and there’s the source of your black smoke. As the engine warms up, the sensor starts sending the correct signal to the computer and the smoke stops. Of course, it’s not always that simple and you could also be looking at a blocked air filter, a blockage in the air intake system, worn fuel injectors and plenty more. Even a stuck or jammed thermostat can cause an engine to run poorly and blow black smoke if it can’t maintain the engine at the correct temperature. Old or stale fuel in the tank can also cause these symptoms. The fact that your car is not showing any fault codes suggests that perhaps you’re looking at one of these old-school problems.

Holden Astra 2006: How can I fix a broken CD player in my car?

Have a car sound system specialist check it for you. They should be able to clear it so that you can insert CDs.

Holden Astra 2003: Water pump and timing belt replacement

It’s common practice to replace the water pump at the same time the timing belt is changed because they usually need it. It doesn’t appear to be overheating, i.e. the gauge is not going off the scale, so I would just keep an eye on it and if it does show signs of overheating get it checked out.

Holden Astra: Remote key replacement

You can always go to a dealer but if you've got the original key fob an automotive locksmith is probably a cheap option for you. You can read more details about how to replace your car keys here.

Holden Astra 2004: Clucking noises

Go back to where you bought the struts, perhaps take a photo with you showing them the problem, and ask them for their advice. Make sure the struts you bought are the correct ones.

Holden Astra 2008: Can it use an alternator from an '06 model?

You probably could, but before you commit I would line them up to make sure the 2006 alternator would fit the later model. If they do, and I expect they will, you should be okay.

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Holden Astra 2006: How to tell if transmission leak has been fixed?

Answered by CarsGuide 18 Mar 2010

It's hard to be sure without driving it for a time and observing for the leak. Before taking delivery check the paperwork to see that the dealer has attended to the problem, and keep a copy of the vehicle inspection report for later reference if needed. It's not unusual for cars to develop oil leaks, most do.

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Will my warranty be void if my car isn't serviced at the dealership?

Answered by CarsGuide 12 Jul 2007

NO, PROVIDING he follows the Holden service schedule and does everything by the book. If you have a problem in the future that you want to have fixed by Holden under the warranty, you need to be able to prove it has been serviced correctly, so there can be no suggestion the problem has been caused by the non-factory servicing. Make sure your mechanic is doing the work by the book and everything is being recorded.

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What four-cylinder diesel cars are available?

Answered by CarsGuide 10 Mar 2006

AT THE moment the Europeans lead the way with diesels, driven on by European countries that provide concessions to car buyers to go diesel and reduce the dependence on oil. Though local makers are all looking at diesels, there are no plans to introduce them. Probably the most interesting new diesel model to arrive here is the VW Caddy Life, a Golf-based people mover. All cars sold here with diesel engines have the latest technology. There's little to pick between them.

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Holden Astra: Is there a Gregory's manual?

Answered by CarsGuide 10 Feb 2006

GREGORYS is now owned by Haynes, the British publisher of car manuals, and it has a manual that covers the 1998-2004 Vauxhall and Opel Astra, and the Astra-based Zafira. You'll find it at most motoring book shops, such as Wheels of Time, or retailers such as Repco and Autobarn.

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