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So the supercharger belt (not the main drive belt), keeps chirping/squealing. On the tensioner pulley the belt sits right on the edge of the pulley (doesnt overhang) and does not look aligned. Im wondering what would be causing this? The supercharger pulley itself seems to spin straight, and...

Hi all, I have a S2 VT Berlina, the dash doesn't beep anymore when you press mode or up/down buttons, and its silent when low fuel warning comes on (should beep then too) Anyone know how to fix this? Guessing a little speaker in the cluster possibly?

Hi everyone in this section of the website, just bought a VTII Berlina with the l67 in it. First time had this sort of model, after having VP, VZ, VE Just fixing a few little things on the car and the rear electric window switches don't currently illuminate like they should. Other than this...

Im wanting to program another key to my VZ via a tech2, as I currently only have one key and want a spare. When I go into program remote key I get the message "Please get programming approval from TIS!" It is version 147 of the tech2 software. Question is what version of the software do I need...

Any one added TPMS to their VZ? I know WL had it (or at least some did) and it is displayed on the cluster. Not the hsv one that was in the top binnacle (smartire I think it was). If the WL can display it on the clusters middle screen then a vz should be able to as well. Wanting to know what...

I am thinking on my VZ that the air mix door is faulty. When setting to full hot, the passenger side gets quite hot while the drivers side only gets lukewarm. Ive tried recalibrating the air mix door with a tech 2 but no difference. Anyone replaced the air mix door actuator before?

I noticed my stock left parcel shelf woofer in my VZ Calais is distorting even down low so I figure its had it and I may as well replace the both of them. Anyone whos replaced them before know the size of what is currently installed and what can fit in there as a replacement without too much...

Okay, so I've read a few older threads on this subject, I've got an 05 VZ Calais. Aftermarket stereo has just been installed. The radio display options were turned off in cluster before removing the factory head unit, but I have still lost the typical "auto head lights sensitivity, two stage...

Since I've got the wheel off at the moment, Im looking at changing the crappy vs air bag / horn cover to the VT/VX one. I know it will bolt up fine, but how do I go about the wiring side of things? The plugs look different and I also plan to wire up the VT radio control wiring to the wheel too...

Anyone removed a VS steering wheel with airbag before and refitted? Im going to get the steering wheel retrimmed (leathers buggered) and then refit it. So just looking for some info on how to do it. So far I know theres like 4 torx screws on back of wheel, doesnt seem to difficult to do that bit...

Hi, Does anyone who has a VS gregorys/ellerys workshop manual or the like know if the L67 is covered in it? Hard to find the info before I purchase a book.

Any one know what size screw driver bit to use on the double idler pulley bolt. Looks like some sort of star shaped screw bit?

Hi guys, Going to service the auto in my l67 soon. I notice there are filter kits for a shallow pan and a deep pan. How do I tell what I've got? If I have got the shallow one, can I use a deep pan from the later models like vx vy etc?

Hi all, First post im pretty sure from my self in the VR/VS section of the forum. Picking up on Saturday a S2 VS Caprice with the S/C 6 in it. Never had a VS before only VPs, VZ & VE2 and currently a VF. Going to be using this as a nice daily/cruiser. Going to change all the fluids in it when...

Hey guys, Just wondering if many of you have had the plenum cover fade on your VFs and did you get it replaced under warranty? I only used good car care products on my car so it cant be that damaging it. Also sometimes it seems like my seat base is moving. Was this still an issue in the MY16...

Any one know what sort of plugs the after cat o2 sensors on VFII LS3 uses ? Trying to find some extension looms on ebay but they all seem to have different plugs in pictures on listing.

So I picked up some HSV extractors and cats to fit on my S2 VF Redline. Can anyone tell me how hard it was to install if you have done it before? I have read that the dipstick has to be removed and possibly the steering arm? Going to reuse my exhaust manifold gaskets as the car has only done...

I put a set of interior chrome lock door knobs on my VF today. Beleive these were on CapriceV and CalaisV ? Any one know if the surrounding part (black circular trim around knob) should be chrome too or just black? They look great for around $30 all up

Im going to put the factory footwell lighting in my VF2 Redline sedan. I see the cut outs are already there for it but Im wondering if any one has done it before and where to wire it into and also looking for a picture of a factory footwell lighting, from a CalaisV or Caprice? Part numbers would...

ITEM: Castrol Transmax Z LOCATION: Albury NSW CONDITION: New, bottle has been opened I have used almost a litre. What is left in bottle is fresh new oil. Just over 3L in bottle, selling cheap! PRICE: $30 DELIVERY/PICK UP INFORMATION: Pick up, or I am coming to Melbourne soon, may be able to...

I've noticed on the Chevy SS on the clusters screen (driver info centre) they have on the bottom right showing the direction you are going (e.g. N or S or E or W). Anyone know if this can be enabled in our clusters in cars with Sat Nav with a hack similar the performance page ?

ITEM: Holden VS Caprice seats, front and back, to suit parts (motors & switches) or to suit retrimming as the leather is stuffed. No bottom plastic trims for seats as they are available separately for another $100 (hard to get without them being completely destroyed) LOCATION: Mt. Eliza...

Anyone know the differences between the VE to VF MY16 TPM sensors vs the VF MY17 ones? The MY17 ones have a different part number and look different but both seem to operate at 433mhz. I was wondering if these newer ones can be used in earlier MY's? I'm planning on getting TPMS programmed into...

Any one fitted a magnetic sump plug to their VF ls3? Looking for one and need a part number if possible! I know some people think they are a waste of time but I think they can't hurt

Anyone installed a 12v plug in the blank panel for the rear seat occupants in the VF? Thought it was weird it doesn't have one there, even the Sri-z Cruze has it!

So I know on the CalaisV and Redline the front door handles have a little blue light in them. I was wanting to add this to the rear as well (like the Caprice has). Has any one attempted this yet?

Any one know how to remove the trim cover for the cameras attached to the windscreen on VFII? Wanting to run a wiring under this trim for my rear view mirror.

Hi all, New to the VF area of the forums. Anyone added heated seats from CalaisV to their Redlines/other VF models? What about side heated mirrors? Had the heated side mirrors on my VE CalaisV and going to miss them on the Redline on those super cold days. What about the electronic rear view...

ITEMS: Bonnet protector for VN, VS Caprice leather centre console cover, Caprice sun visor mirror covers, VN-VS battery clamp, various 5L V8 gaskets, rear electric window switches, antenna bezel, tyre placard for VP (new), 5L V8 coolant bungs for block, pin striping (I used a little bit on my VP...

Anyone know who makes the Mackay heater taps and what they are like? I assume Mackay don't make this product themselves and its at a good price so I want to find out if it will last

ITEMS: 1. Passenger side front electric window switchblock for VN VP VR VS VQ etc. Sometimes the led for the front passenger doesn't always light up. I would say its a loose or corroded inside never worried me, but otherwise works as normal 2. A/C fan for V8 removed from a VN V8...

So Friday arvo pulled into driveway after work then suddenly smelt this strong scent of coolant, popped the bonnet realised the top radiator hose had popped off so I shut the car off (no overheating warnings came up). Rang the dealer as I just had it serviced earlier that day, they said it is a...

Any one able to make copies of the tech 1 cartridges still? Eg the Vn/Vp, 91 Bcm, VR, VS ect? I know brettjjj could, but seems inactive on JC forums now.

Anyone know where I can get a clutch cable retainer spring? It holds the cable away from the extractors near the strut tower, don't want to melt my new clutch cable! Tried Holden, no longer available of course and couldn't find it on rare spares website either.

Has anyone ever fitted up steering wheel stereo remote controls from VR/VS to VP? I was wanting to get some and wire it up to my Pioneer headunit. Does anyone know if its possible? I know their was some adapters to get aftermarket headunits to work with the controls in VT, not so sure about...

I've just cleaned my ve S2 sidi motor with the AC Delco combustion chamber cleaner. Had it running and had someone keeping the revs up as I was spraying it into the top of the motor where a vac hose plugs in. The engine light came on while running and spraying the stuff in, but now any time I...

Does anyone know what is the name for the silver console colour in the Series II CalaisV? Is it Platinum silver or Micro silver? Thanks...

I have gotten a replacement unit for my VP as the climate unit keeps resetting itself... The replacement is out of a VS and is missing the two black wires that go to their own plug. I have looked at the bottom of the circuit board and there are two empty locations for wires and it says on it...

Does anyone know are the VP Variatronic (speed dependent) racks found in Statesman and Calais the same as the VR/VS variatronic Calais/stato racks? AKA can I do a straight swap?

Looking to replace my radiator soon. I have a 5sp manual in my VP and most radiators these days come with the built in auto trans cooler, bit of a waste for me really. I was thinking is it any benefit if I hook the low pressure power steering lines into the trans cooler and use it to cool the...