Hi, The car is an Astra J VXR. It recently started running terribly, in 'limp home' mode. Threw up a the engine management light, I plugged in the diagnostic and it returned a code of 'P0010' - Camshaft position actuator circuit open.
I took the car to a local garage to confirm the issue - They diagnosed the VVT actuator solenoid but are hesitant to replace it due to the fact they are unsure if a replacement would be as easy as a straight forward replacement. They have recommended taking it to a main dealer for replacement as its a timing related issue. This will be big bucks and I have no confidence in the Vauxhall dealerships due to poor previous experience.
My question is - Is this just a straight forward replace job? Is there any requirement for the solenoid to be 'Programmed' to the car or is it a simple in out job that could be done at home?
Any advice appreciated at this point as I need the car back on the road - Many thanks in advance.

Hi folks,

Just checking to see if anyone has some tyres knocking about. Brand new are blowing my budget so after some decent part worns, or cheap new.

Im after some 235/45/18 for the wheels upgrade on the Astra-J.

Dont want bottom end budgets.

Let me know what you got please.

Thanks.

Hey guys

I have a 2013 Astra GTC 2.0 with 62k on the clock. The car has been overheating as it give me the code P2428. the car has had the exhaust temp sensor replaced but still the problem still persists.

Does anyone have any ideas?

Thanks in advance.

Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Hi all

Bit of a strange one. I purchased a 2013 Astra J 1.7 CDTI last September, and had a service light pop up every time the ignition was switched on. However after pressing the set/clr button on the end of the stalk it vanished and would reappear again only after the engine was switched off and restarted. I just assumed since the car was serviced before I got it the garage hadn't reset the indicator and never thought anything of it. Jumped in the car tonight and it popped up again only now it won't vanish, and stays illuminated even when the engine is switched off and they keys are out of the ignition. 

Any ideas? Cars don't about 105,000, 6000 of those are from me. 

Thank you

hi, got an astra j 2010 1.6 petrol.
keeps going into limp mode and traction control light is on and radiator fan kicks in instantly,
done a diagnostics at home and with vauxhall get loads of random codes but the 1 that is always there is p0366 ( camshaft sensors) had them changed and still no better, 
a few people have said its the ecu so just had that sent for testing but they are saying they are unable to test it and wont say why.
any help would be really appreciated thanks

Guys,

I have bought a set of wheels, which I really liked the look of, but I cannot determine which specific variant these are off?

I was sold them as off asn Astra 2014 GTC. They are 18" and are like a fan blade. They come with 235/50/18 tyres.
They are genuine GM/Vauxhall.

Any thoughts?

Im really keen on putting them on my Astra 2011 Elite once the winters come off.

Thanks.



.

Attached Files

Thumbnail(s)
   

Hello guys, which size of wheels and tires would you recommend for a 1.6CDTi with 110hp?
Currently I'm using winter tires 215/65R16 with 6.5J steel wheels. I want to buy some ALU rims for the summer and new summer tires.
Found some good 17" rims, but at 18" there is even more to choose from. Would 18s be uncomfortable? Or too big for this engine?
I found info for the 136hp engine and recomended sizes go up to 235x40R19 with 8J width, but I cannot find info for my engine.

I was thinking about 225x50R17 with 7J rims, but I guess 18s would fit better. I'm just concerned with engine strength and how comfortable the car will be.

Chris Knott Insurance - PRE-SPRING OFFER

Hi,

Have you ever considered buying a Dash Cam?

Good news if you get a CAR insurance quote from club sponsor Chris Knott by the end of March - you'll be entered in our draw to WIN a Nextbase 522GW Dash Cam with rear-facing camera module and Sandisk 64Gb microSD card (all worth over £200).

In fact we'll even include you in the draw if you get a HOME insurance quote instead. Or you can have two entries if we quote you on both.

To see how much you could save on your CAR or HOME insurance through this club please call Chris Knott FREE.

QUOTELINE: 0800 917 2274 - you'll get your quote quicker if you call us when it's convenient to go through details.

ONLINE:
CAR - https://www.chrisknott.co.uk/CarQuote/?ref=DCES20
HOME - https://www.chrisknott.co.uk/HomeQuote/?ref=DCES20

Before you ask, no I'm afraid we don't offer any further discount if you have a Dash Cam installed. However, you will have the evidence you need should you be involved in a liability dispute with another driver following a claim.

We love car club members and enthusiasts - give us a call.

best,
Nick


*****

FEEDBACK
"I use Chris Knott for all three cars. I am very satisfied and the service is top notch and stress free. Thanks." The Panda Nut, FiatForum

"Having seen their sponsorship of this forum I decided to try CK for the SLK280 I collected today - and they beat every other quote by a 3 figure distance!" chrishazle, Mercedes-Benz Owners Forum

"Just insured my E89 with Chris Knott nearly £100.00 cheaper than the BMWCC very happy indeed." Rob T, z-roadster forum

"Again, credit where credit is due... changed my car (again!) recently and rang up, new car swapped over with no fuss and at no additional cost. Cheers." Turbodave, Volvo Owners Club UK

"Shout out for Chris Knott by the way. Always very helpful when I've been on the phone to them and a very good price." Major_Sarcasm, BabyBMW dot net

hi folks new to the forum got a problem with start up on my 2.0 astra j cdti 
When i been on a journey and car is up to temp 90c when i start the car again after say 5 minutes the engine starts up like it want to shake itself to death not smooth at all have check with scan tool no fault are showing has anybody got some idea what it could be please

thankyou

 Hello