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Section 0A
General Information
ATTENTION
Before performing any Service Operation or other procedure described in this Section, refer to Section 00
Warnings, Cautions and Notes for correct workshop practices with regard to safety and/or property damage.
1 General Information ...............................................................................................................................3
1.1 Summary of Changes and New Features ............................................................................................................ 3
MY 2005 VZ Series – Changes and New Features Overview..............................................................................3
New ‘Alloytec’ 3.6 litre V6 engine....................................................................................................................... 3
New ‘Alloytec 190’ 3.6 litre V6 engine................................................................................................................ 3
Revised ‘GEN III V8’ engine............................................................................................................................... 3
Chassis / Mechanical ......................................................................................................................................... 3
Body................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Interior................................................................................................................................................................ 5
2 Major Option Codes ...............................................................................................................................6
3 Mechanical Information.......................................................................................................................10
3.1 Hoist Pad Locations ............................................................................................................................................ 10
3.2 Model Availability and Equipment...................................................................................................................... 12
3.3 Powertrain Combinations ................................................................................................................................... 13
3.4 Engine Data.......................................................................................................................................................... 14
3.5 Manual Transmission Ratios .............................................................................................................................. 15
3.6 Automatic Transmission Ratios......................................................................................................................... 16
3.7 AWD Transfer Case Data..................................................................................................................................... 17
4 Body Information..................................................................................................................................18
4.1 Body Dimensions................................................................................................................................................. 18
Sedan.................................................................................................................................................................... 18
Wagon................................................................................................................................................................... 18
Coupe and Utility ................................................................................................................................................. 18
Regular Cab.......................................................................................................................................................... 19
Crew Cab .............................................................................................................................................................. 19
4.2 Vehicle Weights ................................................................................................................................................... 20
Definition of Terms.............................................................................................................................................. 20
Kerb Mass........................................................................................................................................................ 20
Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM).............................................................................................................................. 20
Carrying Capacity............................................................................................................................................. 20
Payload............................................................................................................................................................ 20
Gross Combined Mass (GCM)......................................................................................................................... 20
Maximum Rear Axle Load................................................................................................................................ 20
Sedan.................................................................................................................................................................... 21
Wagon................................................................................................................................................................... 21
Coupe.................................................................................................................................................................... 22
Utility..................................................................................................................................................................... 22
Regular Cab.......................................................................................................................................................... 22
Crew Cab .............................................................................................................................................................. 22
Calculating Payload............................................................................................................................................. 23
5 Fuel Consumption Label .....................................................................................................................24
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6 Information Labels, Plates and Serial Numbers................................................................................25
6.1 Body Locations.................................................................................................................................................... 25
6.2 Safety Compliance Plate ..................................................................................................................................... 26
6.3 Body and Option Identification Plate................................................................................................................. 27
Model .................................................................................................................................................................... 27
Body No................................................................................................................................................................ 27
Trim....................................................................................................................................................................... 27
Paint...................................................................................................................................................................... 27
Built....................................................................................................................................................................... 27
Susp...................................................................................................................................................................... 27
Engine, Transmission and Axle.......................................................................................................................... 27
A/C......................................................................................................................................................................... 27
6.4 Vehicle Identification Number............................................................................................................................. 28
VIN Plate ............................................................................................................................................................... 28
VIN Body Stamping.............................................................................................................................................. 29
6.5 Vehicle Identification Numbering System ......................................................................................................... 30
7 Major Component Serial Numbers .....................................................................................................31
7.1 Engine Serial Number.......................................................................................................................................... 31
Alloytec V6 ........................................................................................................................................................... 31
GEN III V8.............................................................................................................................................................. 32
7.2 Transmission Serial Number .............................................................................................................................. 33
Automatic Transmission – 5-speed 5L40E, RWD and AWD.............................................................................33
Automatic Transmission – 4-speed 4L60E and 4L65E, RWD...........................................................................34
Automatic Transmission – 4-speed 4L60E and 4L65E, AWD ...........................................................................34
Transfer Case Assembly..................................................................................................................................... 35
Manual Transmission – Aisin AY6 6-speed....................................................................................................... 36
Manual Transmission – Tremec T56 6-speed.................................................................................................... 36
7.3 Final Drive Assembly Serial Number ................................................................................................................. 38
Front Final Drive – AWD...................................................................................................................................... 38
Rear Final Drive.................................................................................................................................................... 38
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1 General Information
1.1 Summary of Changes and New Features
The MY 2005 VZ Series vehicles are a majo r facelift from previous vehicles, in terms of mechanical specifications and
external appearance. These changes are summarised in the following lists.
MY 2005 VZ Series – Changes and New Features Overview
New ‘Alloytec’ 3.6 litre V6 engine
• DOHC with 4 valves per cylinder
• Aluminium alloy cyli nder heads, engine block and oi l pan
• Cast-in place cylinder liners
• Electronic throttle control
• Variable camshaft phasing for inlet camshafts
• ‘Pencil’ coil over spark plug ignition system
• GM LAN engine management with separate engine, automatic transmission an d PIM control units
• Euro II emission standard – 2 oxyge n sensors prior to catalytic converter
• Electronic cruise control system as part of throttle control system
• Dual mass flywheel for manual transmission
• AWD application with automatic transmission
New ‘Alloytec 190’ 3.6 litre V6 engine
• Includes all ‘Alloytec’ engine features
• High performance – 190 kW output
• Variable camshaft phasing for exhaust camshafts
• Dual stage variable inlet manifold
• Euro III emission standard (with Euro II diagnostics only) – 2 oxygen sensors prior to catalytic converters and
2 after
Revised ‘GEN III V8’ engine
• Electronic throttle control with separate Throttle Actuator Control (TAC) module
• GM LAN engine management with combined engine / automatic transmission control u nit and revised PIM
• Revised cooling system using a non-pressurised coolant reservoir and conventional radiator cap
• Electronic traction control (throttle relaxer no longer required) and cruise control systems as part of the throttle
control system
• LS1+ variant fitted to Coupe models
Chassis / Mechanical
• New 5-speed automatic transmission (5 L40-E) with ‘Alloytec190’ V6 engine
• AWD option introduced for regular cab models (Alloytec V6 and GEN III V8)
• V6 Alloytec engine option introduced for AWD wagon and crew cab models
• Modified 4-speed 4L60-E / 65-E automatic transmissions:
• Modified transmission case for Alloytec V6 adaptation
• Revised clutch materials
• Revised calibration of hydraulic controls
• Introduction of separate Transmission C ontrol Module (TCM)
• Deletion of power mode from automatic transmission on Coupe models
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• New Aisin 6-speed, manual transmission (AY6) for all Alloytec V6 models
• Additional Tremec 6-speed, high ratio manual transmission (M12) for nominated GEN III V8 models
• New / revised vehicle handling aids:
• Electronic Stability Program (ESP) on Allo ytec V6 model
• Electronic Brake Assist (EBA), only with ESP
• Mechanical Break Assist (MBA) on all models without EBA
• Hill Descent Control (HDC) for AWD wagon
• Automatic Brakeforce Distribution (ABD) o n Allo ytec V6 AWD models (carry over for GEN III V8)
• Revised brake system:
• New Bosch ABS 8.0 system for Alloytec V6 models
• Revised Bosch ABS 5.3 system for GEN III V8 models
• New dual ratio brake booster on all models (excluding non ABS models)
• New master cylinder
• EBD replaces the proportionin g valve o n all ABS equipped models
• Revised brake pedal and brake switch
• Modified rear calliper and recalibrated load sensing valve on utility models
• Larger diameter front disc rotor and Corvette style front brake caliper for Coupe models
• Vented rear disc (diameter and cali per carry over) for Coupe models
• Revised power steering system:
• New constant flow power steering pump
• New associated plumbing
• Revisions to power steering gears
• Revised power steering cooler
• New radiator assemblies:
• Common cooling fan and fan shroud configuration for all models
• Integral drain tap
• Radiator cap / fill point relocated to radi ator for GEN III V8 engine
• Revised radiator hose configuration for GEN III V8 engine
• Revised radiator shroud for al l models
• HVAC system modifications:
• New air conditioning compressor for Alloytec V6 engine
• Minor revisions to AC conden ser and side shutes
• Revised AC plumbing to accommodate new components
• Revised heater hoses / water valve to suit Alloytec V6 en gine
• Revised heater hose plumbing to accommodate modified cooling system on GEN III V8 engine
• New stabiliser bar with ball joints at both ends of drop link, except for Coupe models
• New front crossmember (to accommodate new 2WD and AWD Alloytec V6 engin es)
• New 15 “ steel rims
• New alloy wheels ranging from 15 ” to 18 ”
• Dual exhaust outlets for Coupe models
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Body
• New headlamp assemblies
• New tail lamp assemblies
• Fog lamps fitted down to Level 2 models
• New fog lamps and bezels for Coupe models
• New front fascias and radiator grilles
• New rear fascia for Coupe models
• Fender vents on all domestic SS models and Level 2 AWD wagon
• New fenders where fender vents are fitted
• New hood styling for all mode ls:
• Coupe hood incorporates twin scoops
• New rear spoilers
• New body mouldings
• New exterior ornamentation a nd badging
• New exterior paint colours
Interior
• Revised interiors:
• New interior fabrics
• New interior ornamentation
• Revised instrumentation
• Updates to all colour keyed leathers, stitching and fabrics
• Additional switchgear to accommodate switching requirements of new handling aids
• Steering wheel mounted ‘Active Select’ transmission controls for 5-speed automatic transmission
• New PRNDL selector mechanism to suit 5-spee d automatic transmission
• Revised instrumentation:
• Revised and additional MFD displays
• Centre fascia mounted sports gauges, – oil pressure and voltage, for Cross 8 and Level 2 AWD wagon
(replaces pitch and roll gauges) and Coupe
• Minor changes to analogue displays
• Active head restraints on front seats for Acclaim and Calais.
• Upper storage compartment on centre fascia for Level 1 AWD wagon
• Fuel system revisions for Coupe:
• Fuel tank relocated to behind rear seat
• Modified boot trim, fuel pump, wiring and body hardware to suit new fuel tank installation
• Fuel filler relocated to suit new fuel tank installation
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2 Major Option Codes
Option Code Description
64I ‘Reed’ Interior
81I Anthracite interior trim
9C1 Police options pack National
A31 Power windows (Front and rear – 4 door)
A32 Power windows (Front – 2door)
A88 Active head restraints
A8J Acclaim Pack
A9D ‘S’ Pack
A9E ‘SV8’ Pack
A9F ‘SS’ Pack
AG3 Adjuster, driver seat 8-Way power (memory)
AH5 Adjuster, driver seat 8-Way power (no mem ory)
AH6 Adjuster, driver seat 4-Way power
AH7 Adjuster, passenger seat 4-Way power
AH8 Adjuster, passenger seat 8-Way power
AJ2 Rear folding jump seat
AJ3 Restraint, driver inflatable (airbag)
AJ6 Adjuster, drivers seat 6-way power
AJ7 Restraint, driver, passenger and side inflatable (airbags)
AK5 Restraint, driver and passenger’s inflatable (airbags)
AK8 Restraint, system seat, shoulder 3 point
AL6 Restraint, cargo
AQ9 Seats, reclining bucket
AX2 Key, common, vehicular unique
B58 Mats, anthracite front/rear
C41 Heater and demister w/fan
C60 HVAC manual control
C61 HVAC automatic control (OCC – single zone)
C95 Lamp, dome and reading (Not with CC5 on sedan and wagon)
CC5 Sunroof
CF5 Sunroof, Holden By Design
CJ2 HVAC dual zone
D42 Retracting roller cargo blind
D75 Exterior door handles – Body colour
DL6 Exterior mirrors – Body colour scalp
DP2 Exterior mirrors – Black scalp
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D7R Exterior mirrors – Satin scalp
E13 Equipment additional New Zealand
E18 Interior door handles, satin chrome
F46 AWD powertrain
FE1 Suspension, soft ride
FE2 Suspension, sports
FR1 Suspension, country pack
FX3 Suspension, level ride
G44 Axel, 3.07:1 rat io, 8.00” diff, rear (G3 V8A)
G80 Differential (LSD)
GS9 Axel, 3.46 ratio, 8.00” diff, rear (Wagon and Utes V8 manual transmission)
GT4 3.73:1 Final drive axle ratio, 8.00” diff, rear (Sedan V8 6SMT)
GT9 Axle, 2.87ratio, 8.00” diff rear (or GU2 2.73, 8.0”) (V6M and V6 5SAT)
GU4 Axle, 3.08:1 ratio, 7.5” diff rear (4SAT V6)
J65 Brake System, power front and rear disc
JF5 Alloy pedals
JL4 Electronic Stability Program (ESP), Electronic Brake Assist (EBA),
Alloytec V6
JL9 Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
K30 Cruise control
K69 Keys, additional set
LE0 Engine, 3.6 Alloytec V6 4Valve EFI base
LS1 Engine, 5.7 GEN III V8
LS1+ Engine, 5.7 GEN III V8 – High output
LY7 Engine, 3.6 Alloytec V6 4V EFI premium
M12 Transmission, 6-speed manual (T56, high ratio) – GEN III V8
M30 Transmission, 4-speed automatic (4L60E) – with Alloytec V6 and
GEN III V8.
M32 Transmission, 4-speed automatic (4L65E) – heavy duty, GEN III V8
M82 Transmission, 5-speed automatic (5L40E) – with Alloytec 190 V6
MD6 Transmission, 4-speed automatic (4L65E) – AWD, heavy duty, GEN III V8
MK2 Transmission, 4-speed automatic (4L60E) – AWD, Alloytec V6
MM6 Transmission, 6-speed manual (T56, low ratio) – GEN III V8
MV5 Transmission, 6-speed manual (D173) – Alloytec V6
N40 Power steering (non road speed sensitive)
N46 Steering wheel, 4 spoke non-leather
N81 Wheel, full size spare
N87 Wheel, 8.00 x 18 alloy road (SS)
N88 Wheels, 7.50 x 17 alloy road – 730 kg capacity
N93 Wheels, low series (AWD)
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NC6 Performance exhaust, V8
NK4 Steering wheel, sports leather with controls W1Y
NP5 Steering wheel, leather covered with controls W1Y
NW9 Traction control (with ABS only)
PF4 Wheel, 7.00 x 16 alloy road – 900 kg capacity
PG1 Wheel, 6.0 x 15 steel road
PH1 Wheel, 7.0 x 15 steel road
PH9 Wheel, 7.0 x 15 alloy road (Acclaim)
PZ9 Wheel, 8.0 x 17 all oy road – 730 kg capacity
QAH Tyre, P205/65 R15 95H
QBB Tyre, P225/55 R17 97H
QCI Wheel, 7.0 x 16 steel road
QFH Tyre, 215/60 R16 95V
QHK Tyre, 215/65 R15C 95V – 900 kg capacity
QIJ Tyre, 215/65 R16C 95V – 950 kg capacity
QNZ Tyre, 235/45 R17 93V
QQQ Tyre, 225/50 R16 92V
QUG Tyre, 235/40 R18 91W
QWH Tyre, 225/60 R15 96V (L1 and 9C1, L1 and V8)
QXC Tyre, 225/55 R16 95V
QZA Tyre, 205/65 R15 99H
R4Y Goodyear tyre brand
R5B Dunlop tyre brand
R5C Bridgestone tyre brand
R5D Yokohama tyre brand
RHD Vehicle, Right-hand drive
T82 Daytime running lights (headlamps-on), Telstra
U08 Dual note horns
U11 Instrument cluster, certified speedometer (with A8V / 9C1)
U19 Metric Speedometer
U1C Audio system, 60W single CD, full up / down power antenna
U1V Audio system, 60W CD changer in head unit and preset equaliser, full
up / down power antenna
U1V Audio system, 60W CD changer in head unit and preset equaliser, full
up / down power antenna
U1V Audio system, 60W CD changer in head unit and preset equaliser, height
adjustable power antenna
U1X Audio s ystem, 200W multi CD in head unit, height adjustable antenna and
preset equaliser
U32 Entertainment Package, rear seat player DV D (only with premium sound
system and leather steering wheel)
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U75 Antenna, power
U77 Antenna, rear glass
U94 Antenna, manual retractable and lockable
UD4 Over-speed alarm and light i ndicator (120 km/h)
UD7 Assist, rear park (RPA)
UE1 Telematics (Holden Assist)
UJ8 Cluster, instrument (including trip computer)
UL5 Delete Radio
UN0 Audio system, 60W CD, full up / down power antenna and preset equaliser
UX6 Speaker system, dual front (with A8V / 9C1)
UY4 Navigation system
V55 Carrier, roof luggage
V5B HSV Pack
V5D Niche shop
V5E HBD Pack
V5Z Safety compliance plate delete
V7A Seat, rear, vinyl (with 9C3)
V87 Certification label (with V9Y)
VC5 Window shipping label (Mo del / option codes and descriptions – with V9Y)
VDQ Roof luggage carrier (required with sunroof on AWD wagon)
VR6 Shipping tie down provision (wit h V9Y)
W1Y Steering Wheel, audio controls
WBK Delete style side box
XS4 Roo bar
XW6 Paint, metallic finish
YC3 High series package (Exterior – AWD wagon)
YE4 Aluminium tray
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3 Mechanical Information
3.1 Hoist Pad Locations
When using a trolley jack to raise the vehicle, it is important that the jack be positioned under the suspension cross
member or hoist pad locations. Do not jack under a susp ension control arm. The vehicle should always be supported by
jack stands at the hoist pad locations when raised.
Figure 0A – 1 shows the hoist pad locations (1) on sedan, wagon, coupe and utility vehicles.
Figure 0A – 1
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Figure 0A – 2 shows the hoist pad locations (1) on regular cab and crew cab vehicles.
Figure 0A – 2
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3.2 Model Availability and Equipment
Brand Name Model Name Luxury Level
(Description) Model No. Body Style
(Doors) Engine
(Option)
8VK69 Sedan (4) V6, (V8)
Executive Level 1
(Base) 8VK35 Wagon (5) V6, (V8)
8VK69 Sedan (4) V6
Acclaim Level 1
(Safety / family) 8VK35 Wagon (5) V6
SV6 Level 1
(Base sport) 8VK69 Sedan (4) V6
SV8 Level1
(Base sport) 8VK69 Sedan (4) V8
Holden
Commodore
SS Level 1
(Sport) 8VK69 Sedan (4) V8
– Level 1
(Base) 8VK80 Utility (2) V6, (V8)
S Level 1
(Base sport) 8VK80 Utility (2) V6, (V8)
Holden Utility
SS Level 1
(Sport) 8VK80 Utility (2) V8
8VL69 Sedan (4) V6, (V8)
Holden Berlina – Level 2
(Upmarket) 8VL35 Wagon (5) V6, (V8)
Holden Calais – Level 3
(Luxury sport) 8VX69 Sedan (4) V6, (V8)
Holden Monaro CV8 Level 3
(Luxury sport) 8VX37 Coupe (2) V8
– Level 1
(Base) 8VK03 Cab (2) V6
S Level 1
(Base sport) 8VK03 Cab (2) V6, (V8)
Holden
One Tonne
(Regular Cab)
AWD Level 1
(Base) 8VM03 Cab (2) V6, (V8)
– Level 1
(Base) 8VK43 Cab (4) V6
S Level 1
(Base sport) 8VK43 Cab (4) V6
SS Level 1
(Sport) 8VK43 Cab (4) V8
Cross6 AWD Level 1
(Base sport) 8VM43 Cab (4) V6
Holden Cre wman
(Crew Cab)
Cross8 AWD Level 1
(Sport) 8VM43 Cab (4) V8
V6
CX Level 2
(Sports) 8VM35 Wagon (5) V8
V6
Holden
Adventra AWD LX Level 3
(Luxury Sports) 8VM35 and YC3 Wagon (5) V8
NOTE
For tyre and wheel information, refer to Section
10 Wheels and Tyres in this Service Information.
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3.3 Powertrain Combinations
Engine Transmission Type
First Gear
Ratio Final Drive
Ratio
Alloytec V6 3.6 litre ULP LE0 5-speed Manual - P/O MV5 4.475:1 2.87:1
Alloytec V6 3.6 litre ULP LE0 4-speed Automatic (4L60-E) 3.06:1 3.08:1
Alloytec 190 V6 3.6 litre ULP LY7 5-speed Automatic (5L40-E) 3.42:1 3.08:1
6-speed Manual – P/O MM6 2.66:1 3.46:1
GEN III V8 5.7 litre (ULP LS1) 4-speed Automatic (4L6 0-E) – P/O M30 3.06:1 3.07:1
6-speed Manual – P/O M12 2.97:1 3.46:1
GEN III V8 5.7 litre (ULP LS1+) 4-speed Automatic (4L65E) – P/O M32 3.06:1 3.07:1
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3.4 Engine Data
Engine Designation 3.6 litre
Alloytec V6
(LE0)
3.6 litre
Alloytec 190 V6
(LY7)
5.7 litre
GEN III V8
(LS1)
5.7 litre
GEN III V8
(LS1+)
Piston Displacement
Nominal – cm3 3,564 3,564 5,665 5,665
Compression Ratio 10.2:1 10.2:1 10.1:1 10.1:1
Number of Cylinders 6 6 8 8
Bore x Stroke – mm 94 X 85.6 94 x 85.6 99 X 92 99 X 92
Taxable H.P.
RAC or SAE 32.9 32.9 48.6 48.6
Power kW
ECE @ rpm 175 kW @ 6,000 190 @ 6,500 235 @ 5,600 260 @ 5,600
Torque Nm
ECE @ rpm 320 Nm @ 2,800 340 @ 3,200 460 @ 4,000 500 @ 4,000
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3.5 Manual Transmission Ratios
Speed Ratio 6-speed
(Aisin D173 – MV5) 6-speed
(Tremec T56 – MM6) 6-speed
(Tremec T56 – M12)
1st 4.475:1 2.66:1 2.97:1
2nd 2.577:1 1.78:1 2.07:1
3rd 1.633:1 1.30:1 1.43:1
4th 1.193:1 1.00:1 1.00:1
5th 1.000:1 0.74:1 0.84:1
6th 0.752:1 0.50:1 0.57:1
Reverse 3.954:1 2.90:1 2.90:1
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3.6 Automatic Transmission Ratios
Speed Ratio 4-speed
(4L60-E / 4L65-E) 5-speed
(5L40-E)
1st 3.06:1 3.42:1
2nd 1.63:1 2.21:1
3rd 1.00:1 1.60:1
4th 0.70:1 1.00:1
5th – 0.75:1
Reverse 2.29:1 3.02:1
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3.7 AWD Transfer Case Data
Manufacturer New Venture Gear (NVG)
Model NV124
Type Full Time AWD
Torque Split 38 / 62 per cent, front to rear
Final Drive Ratio 3.46:1
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4 Body Information
4.1 Body Dimensions
Sedan
Sedan
Level 1
Body Dimensions – mm
Except S, SV6
and SS S, SV6 and SS Level 2 Level 3
Vehicle Length 4891 4903 4964 4964
Vehicle Width (Excluding moulding) 1842 1842 1842 1842
Vehicle Height 1440 1440 1440 1440
Wheelbase 2788 2788 2788 2788
Overhang – Front 933 943 972 972
Overhang – Rear 1154 1163 1171 1171
Track – Front 1569 1569 1569 1569
Track – Rear 1587 1587 1587 1587
Wagon
RWD Wagon AWD Wagon
Body Dimensions – mm Level 1 Level 2 Le vels 1, 2 & 3
Vehicle Length 5046 5084 5047.5
Vehicle Width (Excluding mirrors) 1847 1847 1934
Vehicle Height 1527 1527 1654.3
Wheelbase 2938 2938 2947
Overhang – Front 933 972 942.2
Overhang – Rear 1160 1160 1158
Track – Front 1569 1569 1617
Track – Rear 1587 1587 1623
Coupe and Utility
Body Dimensions – mm Coupe Utility
(Base / S) Utility
(SS)
Vehicle Length 4789 5052 5058
Vehicle Width (Excluding moulding) 1841 1845 1845
Vehicle Height 1397 1476 1476
Wheelbase 2788 2939 2939
Overhang – Front 927 939 931
Overhang – Rear 1074 1174 1175
Track – Front 1559 1569 1559
Track – Rear 1577 1587 1577
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Regular Cab
Regular Cab
Body Dimensions – mm Base S SS AWD
Vehicle Length (To tail pipe) 5462 5462 5466
Vehicle Width (Excluding moulding) 1912 1912 1912 1912
Vehicle Height 1508 1518 1517 1528
Wheelbase 3195 3200 3195 3193
Overhang – Front 941 940 940 939x
Overhang – Rear (To tail pipe) 1326 1326 1326 1334
Track – Front 1569 1559 1559 1630
Track – Rear 1597 1587 1587 1633
Running Ground Clearance 189 200 200 228
Crew Cab
Crew Cab
RWD AWD
Body Dimensions – mm
Base S SS SV6 SV8
Vehicle Length (With tonneau) 5306 5306 5310 5306 5324
Vehicle Width (Excluding moulding) 1870 1870 1870 1956 1956
Vehicle Height 1500 1512 1513 1536 1540
Wheelbase 3185 3196 3196 3198 3201
Overhang – Front 943 938 943 934 948
Overhang – Rear (With tonneau) 1179 1171 1171 1176 1174
Track – Front 1569 1559 1559 1620 1620
Track – Rear 1597 1587 1587 1623 1623
Running Ground Clearance 185 197 198 253 244
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4.2 Vehicle Weights
Definition of Terms
Kerb Mass
Kerb mass is the mass of the base vehicle in running order, unoccupied and unladen with all fluid reservoirs filled to
normal capacity, includ ing fuel, and with all standard equipment (without rear tray on regular cab). The kerb masses
listed are estimates based on pre-production vehicles, and although correct at the time of printing, are subject to change.
When the actual weight of a particular vehicle is needed, it is recommended that the vehicle be weighed on a suitable
weighbridge.
Where air conditioning or ABS brakes are not fitted as standard equipment, the following must be added to the kerb
weights listed:
Air Conditioning – V6:...................................................................................................15.4 kg
ABS: ...............................................................................................................................2.8 kg
With the delete tub option on Crew Cab models exercised, delete 132 kg
Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM)
Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) is the accepted safe maximum combined mass that the vehicle is allowed to carry when fully
loaded. This includes lug ga ge , passengers and a full tank of fuel.
Carrying Capacity
Carrying capacity is the maximum capacity of the vehicle for the carriage of all non-standard items includi ng cargo
carrying device s (for example, tray or body, if applicable), the cargo itself, occupants, optional e quipment and
accessories. Light commercial vehicles, depending on their model and specification, have different carrying capacities.
Carrying capacity can be calculated by subtracting the figure for the vehicle’s kerb mass from the vehicle’s GVM. Refer
to the applicable table in this section.
Payload
Payload is the mass of cargo that the finished vehic le is permitted to carry having regard to the aggregate mass of the
vehicle’s kerb mass, optional equipment, accessories, cargo carrying device (if applicable) and occupants. It is important
to calculate the intended payload accurately. When towing, the weight on the tow bar ball must also be included. Tow bar
mass and hitch load must be deducted from the payload figures. Use the pa yload calculation table in this Section to
assist.
Gross Combined Mass (GCM)
Gross Combined Mass (GCM) is the maximum allowable combined mass of the vehicle with driver, passengers,
luggage, a full tank of fuel and the weight of a loaded trailer or caravan. Consideration needs to be taken into account
when the trailer or caravan has either no brakes, over-run brakes or electric brakes as the GCM specification can alter
depending on which braking system the towed vehicle is fitted with. GCM must not exceed GVM (unless the towed
caravan or trailer has brakes).
Maximum Rear Axle Load
Maximum rear axle load is the maximum for all conditions.
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NOTE
Figures are estimates only for base models and
are measured in kilograms (kg).
Sedan
Sedan
Vehicle Weights – kg Level 1 Level 2 Level 3
Kerb Mass – V6 automatic 1552 1587 1642
Kerb Mass – V8 automatic 1634 1645 1688
Axle Load – Front 1060 1060 1060
Axle Load – Rear 1160 1160 1160
Payload (5 Passengers + Cargo) 408 408 408
Wagon
RWD Wagon AWD Wagon
Vehicle Weights – kg Level 1 Level 2 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3
Kerb Mass – V6 automatic 1624 1663 1985 1910 1965
Kerb Mass – V8 automatic – 1720 – – 1985
Axle Load – Front 1060 1060 1200 1200 1200
Axle Load – Rear 1300 1300 1300 1340 1340
Maximum Roof Load 80 80 80 80 80
Payload (5 Passengers + Cargo) 480 480 480 480 480
Gross Vehicle Weight – – 2500 2500 2500
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Coupe
Coupe
Vehicle Weights – kg CV8
(Manual) CV8
(Automatic)
Kerb Mass 1695 1695
Axle Load – Front 1024 1024
Axle Load – Rear 1140 1140
Payload (4 Passengers + Cargo) 326.4 326.4
Utility
Utility
Base S SS
Vehicle Weights – kg
Man Auto Man Auto Man Auto
Kerb Mass – V6 1519 1523 1549 1552 – –
Kerb Mass – V8 1585 1591 1599 1605 1613 1619
Axle Load – Front 940 1015 1015 1015 1015 1015
Axle Load – Rear 1350 1350 1260 1260 1260 1260
Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) 2290 2365 2275 2275 2275 2275
Payload (2 Pass + Cargo) – V6 846 842 726 723 – –
Payload (2 Pass + Cargo) – V8 780 774 676 670 662 656
Regular Cab
Regular Cab – RWD
Base S AWD
V6 V6 V8 V6 V8
Vehicle Weights – kg
Man Auto Man Auto Man Auto Auto
Kerb Mass: 1513 1516 1540 1543 1581 1587 1653 1706
Front Axle Load 1180 1180 1180 1230
Rear Axle Load 1800 1800 1800 1460
Gross Vehicle Weight 2826 2826 2826 2826 2826 2826 2685 2685
Payload (incl. Pass + Luggage 1313 1310 1287 1283 1245 1239 1032 979
Crew Cab
RWD Crew Cab AWD Crew Cab
Base S SS V6 V8
Vehicle Weights – Kg
Man Auto Man Auto Man Auto Auto Auto
Kerb Mass: 1738 1741 1755 1758 1815 1820 1904 1942
Front Axle Load 1180 1180 1180 1180 1180 1180 1230 1230
Rear Axle Load 1800 1800 1800 1800 1460 1460 1460 1460
Payload – Pass. & Luggage 1089 1085 1071 1068 721 715 781 743
Gross Vehicle Weight 2826 2826 2826 2826 2535 2535 2685 2685
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Calculating Payload
STEP 1: Calcu l ate Carrying Capacity
Parameter Weight (kg)
Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM)
Kerb Mass
Carrying Capacity = GVM – Kerb Mass
STEP 2: Calcu l ate Total Weight of Extras
Occupants
Full tank of fuel
Air conditioning
Tow bar, tongue and hitch
Roo bar
Cargo liner
Fitted rear body / tray
Tonneau cover
Sports bar
Fitted tool boxes
Other
= Total Weight of Extras
STEP 3: Calculate Payload
Carrying Capacity (from Step 1)
Total Weight of Extras (from Step 2)
Payload = Carrying Capacity – Total of Weight Extras
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5 Fuel Consumption Label
From 1 January 2004, ADR 81/01 req uires that all new
domestic vehicles displaye d for sale have a label similar to
that shown in Figure 0A – 3, attached to the windscreen.
The ‘Comparative fuel consumption’ figure and
‘Comparative Carbon Dioxide emissions’ value quoted are
the results of tests carried out in accordance with the ECE
R101/00. This new Australian standard for fuel
consumption and Carbon Diode emission testing
harmonises our emission and consumption standards with
those recognised internationally. Each vehicle is tested
under identical conditions. The tests therefore enable a
comparison to be made between vehicles.
The label should be removed from the windscreen
immediately prior to the vehicle being delivered to the
owner.
Figure 0A – 3
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6 Information Labels, Plates and
Serial Numbers
A unique Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) identifies the complete vehicle. This number is stamped or attached to the
vehicle body at the locations shown below. Major mechanical components also hav e serial numbers and / or
identification labels in various locations. It is essential that when compilin g warranty claims or product and field reports,
that the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is quoted in conjunction with the identification data of the component
affected.
NOTE
For tyre placard information, refer to Section 10
Wheels and Tyres. For HVAC label information,
refer to Section 2A HVAC Climate Control
(Manual A/C).
6.1 Body Locations
Figure 0A – 4
Legend
1 Body and Option Identification plate – Left-hand
side of the Front Panel Upper
2 Safety Compliance plate – Dash Panel Assembly
3 Vehic le Ide ntification Number (VIN) plate – Under
the Windscreen
4 Carpet flap
5 Vehic le Ide ntification Number (VIN) – Under front
seat carpet flap
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6.2 Safety Compliance Plate
The safety compliance plate is located on th e dash panel
assembly within the engine compartment.
Figure 0A – 5
The safety compliance plate is stamped with the following
information:
• Compliance plate approval number.
• Vehicle category code.
• Name appearing on compliance plate approval.
• Make / Model.
• Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM). This is the maximum
loaded mass at which the vehicle complies with the
approved design rules. Not required for passenger
vehicles (required for utility, regular cab and crew cab
vehicles).
• Seating capacity: The number of adult positions for
which seat belts are provided.
• Date of manufacture: The day, month and year that
the vehicle is manufactured.
• Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
Figure 0A – 6
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6.3 Body and Option Identification Plate
The Body and Option Identification Plate (1) is located on
the front panel assembly and is stamped with the following
information:
Model
Combination of letters and numbers identifying the body
style, the mechanical pack an d smart pack options.
A listing of production and smart pack option numbers ca n
be found by referring to the latest spare parts information
for the applicable model.
Body No
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
Trim
Trim combination.
Paint
Exterior paint material and colour ide ntification.
Built
The date of manufacture by calendar month and year in
which the body shell and power train are conjoined and the
vehicle is driven or moved from the producti on line.
Susp
Suspension option code identif ication.
STD (FE1) identifies vehicles with stand ard suspension.
FE2 identifies vehicles with sport suspension.
FR1 identifies vehicles with country pack suspension.
Engine, Transmission and Axle.
Identification option codes for specific engine, transmission
and rear axle (final drive).
A/C
C60 identifies vehicles fitted with air conditioning.
C61 Identifies vehicles fitted with single zone automatic
climate control air conditioning.
CJ2 identifies vehicles fitted with dual zone automatic
climate control air conditioning.
Figure 0A – 7
Figure 0A – 8
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6.4 Vehicle Identification Number
The Vehicle Identification Numbering (VIN) system is based on the uniform Car Model Designation S ystem. This
identifies the vehicle in one coded series of characters.
The Vehicle Identification Number is positioned in the following locations.
1 VIN plate under the windscreen – viewed through the windscreen aperture.
2 Body and option identification plate – left-hand side of the front panel upp er.
3 Safety compliance plate – dash panel.
4 Stamping in the front floor panel under the front right-hand seat.
VIN Plate
The VIN Plate (1) is located under the windscreen and is
viewed through the windscreen apertur e.
Figure 0A – 9
Figure 0A–10 shows the VIN plate (1) that is located under
the windscreen aperture and is attached to the dash panel
assembly with unique rosette hea ded rivets.
Figure 0A – 10
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VIN Body Stamping
The VIN is stamped into the front floor panel under the
right-hand front seat. The VIN (1) is visible by lifting the
carpet flap.
NOTE
If the front floor panel assembly is to be
replaced, the VIN will be lost. Contact your lo cal
Road Traffic Authority prior to replacing the
panel to obtain the correct procedure for
renumbering the vehic le.
NOTE
A replacement body shell assembly is stamped
during manufacture with a unique VIN that
identifies it as a replacement part.
NOTE
If an error is made to the VIN stamping during
manufacture, it is lined out so that it remains
legible and the correct number is stamped
underneath.
Figure 0A – 11
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6.5 Vehicle Identification Numbering System
WMI CODE: 6 – Oceania
G – Australia
1 – Holden
CARLINE: Z – VZ series
LUXURY LEVEL: K – Level 1
L – Level 2
X – Level 3
BODY STYLE: 0 – 2 door regu lar cab (03)
1 – 2 door coupe (37)
3 – 4 door crew cab (43)
4 – 2 door utility (80)
5 – 4 door sedan (69)
8 – 5 door station wagon (35)
RESTRAINT CODE: 1 – Active (manual) seat belts
2 – Active (manual) seat belts with driver and passenger inflatable restraint
system – frontal
3 – Active (manual) seat belts with driver inflatable restraint system – frontal
4 – Active (manual) seat belts with driver and passenger inflatable restraint
system – frontal and side
ENGINE TYPE: B – 3.6 litre Alloytec V6 engine
7 – 3.6 litre Alloytec 190 V6 engine
F – 5.7 litre GEN III V8 engine
VIN CHECK DIGIT: Calculated check digit
MODEL YEAR: 4 – 2004
5 – 2005
PLANT: L – Adelaide (Elizabeth) South Australia
PRODUCTION SEQUENCE NUMBER:
123456 – Sequentia l Production Serial Number
NOTE
The production sequence number is sequentially allocated to each vehic le, regardless of vehicle type.
Figure 0A – 12
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7 Major Component Serial
Numbers
7.1 Engine Serial Number
Alloytec V6
The Alloytec V6 engine serial number (1) is located at the rear of the engine cylinder block on the left-hand side, above
the starter motor.
Figure 0A – 13
The following is a breakdown of the engine numbering system using 10H7A H040700011 as an example:
Engine No.
Example Code Explanation
10 Component ID (‘10’ = Assembly)
H7A Engine Broadcast Code
(‘H7A’ = Alloytec 190 V6 automatic)
Space Space
H Plant Code (‘H’ = Holden)
04 Build Year (‘04’ = 2004)
070 Julian Date (‘070’ = built on day 70)
0011 Four Digit Build Sequence Number
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GEN III V8
The GEN III V8 engine serial number is located on the
right-hand side at the front of the engine cylinder block and
is prefixed by the letters VF.
The following is a breakdown of the engine numbering
system using VF051904500 as an example:
Engine No.
Example Code Explanation
VF Engine: GEN III V8
05 Build Year (‘05’ = 2005)
190 Julian Date (‘190’ = built on day 190)
4500 Four Digit Build Sequence Number
Figure 0A – 14
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7.2 Transmission Serial Number
Automatic Transmission – 5-speed 5L40E, RWD and AWD
A transmission identification p late (item 1 in Figure 0A – 15) is located on the left hand rear side of the transmission
case.
Figure 0A – 15
Legend
1 Production or Service New Identification Plate
2 Transmission Family
3 Model Year
4 Alpha Code: HA = 2WD 3.6 L V6, HB = AWD 3.6 L V6, HE =
2.8 L V6
5 Part Number
6 Serial Number
7 Manufacture Date
8 Calibration Code
9 I.D. Tag Location
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Automatic Transmission – 4-speed 4L60E and 4L65E, RWD
The automatic transmission serial number is stamped into a
machined surface at the rear und erside of the transmission
centre case.
Legend
1 Model Year (‘4’ = 2004, ‘5’ = 2005)
2 Model:
HF – 3.6 litre Alloytec
HA – 5.7 litre GEN III V8
HZ – Cab Chassis application
3 Transmission Model Identifier:
D – 4L60-E
DR – 4L65-E
4 Julian Date (or day of year)
5 Shift Built (A, B, J = first shift C, H, W = second shift)
6 Individual Transmission Serial Number
7 Transmission Identification Number Location
Figure 0A – 16
Automatic Transmission – 4-speed 4L60E and 4L65E, AWD
The automatic transmission serial number is stamped into a
machined surface located at the rear u nd ersi de of the
transmission centre case, between the rear extension
housing and the transmission fluid pan.
Legend
1 Model Year (‘4’ = 2004, ‘5’ = 2005)
2 Model: AWD Wagon and 5.7 litre GEN III V8 – 'HW'
3 Transmission Model Identifier:
D – 4L60-E
DR – 4L65-E
4 Julian Date (or day of year)
5 Shift Built (A, B, J = first shift C, H, W = second shift)
6 Individual Transmission Serial Number
Figure 6B1 – 1
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Transfer Case Assembly
An identification tag (1) is attached to the left side of the transfer case rear housing in the locati on shown.
The identification tag provides the following information that may be required for the procurement of correct service parts:
• Model number (2)
• Assembly part number (3)
• Manufacturer part number (4)
• Build date (5)
Figure 0A – 17
NOTE
Although marked as serial nu mber, the number at
location (4) on the identification tag is the
manufacturer part number
If the identification tag is removed or is dislodged during service operations, it must be kept with the assembly.
An identification label (6) is located at the top of the transfer case rear housing in the loc ation shown and provides similar
information as the identification tag as well as the transfer case serial num ber (7) as shown.
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Manual Transmission – Aisin AY6 6-speed
The Aisin AY6 6-speed manual transmission (P/O MV5)
serial number is stamped into the underside of the middle
case.
Legend
1 Transmission Model Identifier (‘Y’ = AY6)
2 Model Year (‘4’ = 2004, ‘5’ = 2005, etc.)
3 Month of Production (‘A’ = January, ‘B’ = February, etc.)
4 Five Digit Monthly Sequence number.
Figure 0A – 18
Manual Transmission – Tremec T56 6-speed
The Borg-Warner (Tremec) T56 6-sp eed manual
transmission serial number is located on a self-adhesive
decal attached to the top of the transmission case.
This number provides coded information that could be
significant to parts interpretation and should be referred to
when ordering replacement parts.
Figure 0A – 19
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An identification tag (1) is also attached to the transmission
under an extension housing bolt, on the right-hand side.
Figure 0A – 20
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7.3 Final Drive Assembly Serial Number
Front Final Drive – AWD
An identification label (1) is adhered to the front final drive
assembly on the left side towards the rear of the housing.
The label contains the Holden Part Number for the
assembly, the serial number of the assembly as well as
the final drive ratio.
The front final drive assembly is attached to the left-hand
side of the engine oil pan.
Figure 0A – 21
Rear Final Drive
An identification tag is adhered to the final drive assembly to
the right-hand side of the carrier housing. The tag carries
the part number for the assembly, the final drive ratio and
the serial number of the assembly.
Figure 0A – 22