Holden Commodore VF Inspection Checklist

lowMyLink / infotainment glitches

Look for: The MyLink touchscreen can freeze, reboot, lose Bluetooth/reversing-camera function or suffer software bugs.

If you find it: Software update at a dealer; head-unit replacement in persistent cases.

Any · ~$0-800

lowFront suspension and brake wear

Look for: Control-arm bushes, sway-bar links and front brakes wear, especially on heavier V8 and hard-driven cars; clunks and shudders under braking are common.

If you find it: Replace bushes/links and brake pads/rotors with quality parts.

From 60k+ km · ~$400-1200

lowFuel pump / fuel system issues

Look for: In-tank fuel pumps can weaken with age causing hard starting or stalling; the SIDI V6 also has a high-pressure DI pump that can wear.

If you find it: Replace the failing pump; use clean quality fuel.

From 100k+ km · ~$300-900

lowLPG system service items

Look for: The vapour LPG system has filters and components that require periodic service, and the gas tank has a legislated re-certification life.

If you find it: Keep up LPG system servicing; confirm tank certification date pre-purchase.

Service intervals · ~$150-500

lowClutch wear (TR-6060 manual)

Look for: Hard launches and high torque wear the manual clutch; a slipping or shuddering clutch is common on enthusiast cars.

If you find it: Clutch replacement; upgraded clutch if tuned.

From 80k+ km · ~$1200-2500

Commodore VF inspection checklist

All engines

2 of 4 engines

6.0L L77 V8 petrol

3.6L LFX SIDI V6 petrol

3.6L LPG V6 (dual-fuel)

6.2L LS3 V8 petrol (VF Series II)