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Engine won't start SolvedSolved

Chevrolet Cruze 2012  5600 miles
It's the second time I have this problem: while using the electronic key I can open the car, but it doesn't start when I press the "start" button, and in the screen I get the text "Error code 67". According to the instructions I tried using the emergency start putting the key in the designated place but nothing changes. The lights in the dashboard won't even turn off. After around 10 minutes, the car starts like nothing happened. I would like to know if anybody else had this problem and knows why it happens and how to fix it. Thank you!
ury from United States 9 years ago  
UR
17 reports 
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Antoinette from United States 9 years ago
Dear fellows, I also have a Cruze and yesterday the starting system failed because of the Error Code 67 (steering lock) which is related to a switch underneath the steering wheel. They say there are a lot of cases with the same problem. Good luck!
Antoinette from United States 8 years ago
I have fixed my problem with the infamous code 67, it's due to the fact that at some point I forced the steering wheel with the vehicle turned off, and since it is so fragile for being completely electronic, I broke the lock it has. I was forced to buy a new steering wheel lock system.
shay from United States 8 years ago
For me the final solution was to take it to the service and reset the computer, just as they said there when they first saw the error. The problem hasn't appeared again after three months.
Bender from Australia 7 years ago
The car just makes a clicking sound then I let the park brake off put my foot on the brake then the clutch and it starts no problem
Ali12345 from other 5 years ago
Guys i had the same problem i had to wiggle the box under the steering to make it work. I dont knw if the problem will cone back again.
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Engine noise SolvedSolved

Chevrolet Cruze 2013  42200 miles
When driving and I suddenly stop accelerating, a "clack" noise starts to be heard coming from the engine. When braking, the noise disappears. I personally believe it has something to do with the gearbox or the clutch, as when I press it the noise does not go away. Hope someone can give me a hand. Thanks.
virgie72 from United States 9 years ago  
VI
3 reports 
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dotty from United States 9 years ago
Your car's problem is the flywheel. This has already happened twice to me.
khakhi from South Africa a month ago
does a flywheel makes a vehicle to loose power?
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Shaking engine

Chevrolet Cruze 2012 Engine  17658955 miles
The car turned off while I was driving and it didn't want to start again I call a mechanic and he diagnosed it for me he found the sensors I bought them but still there was no change I called another mechanic he diagnosed it he said it EGR valve and coil pack and I bought the new ones and still the car is doing the same thing the engine is shaking and the pipe at the back auxhust is making sound like "bba bba bba" like it cutting and when you start the car it start very well and when it finished reading it start shaking then it turn it self off I've tried everything please help me
Sizwe from South Africa 3 years ago  
SI
4 reports 
Sizwe from South Africa 3 years ago
Please help me I've tried everything so I need to hear it from you what could be the problem
Nunu from South Africa 2 years ago
Hi Sizwe, did u get this sorted. Am having the same issue.
Nits from other 2 years ago
Hi Sizwe and nunu did u get this sorted. Am having the same issue
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Engine switching off completely while driving

Chevrolet Cruze 2014 Sedan / 1.8L, GCC 150000 miles
I have a issue, while driving car is switching off completely, when I switch on, engine starts and again switching off. It happens 8 time since last 7 months, nobody can find the fault and they telling many things time by time and temporally they fixing the car,
Chathura from other 8 months ago  
CH
2 reports 

Engine juddering/hesitating

Chevrolet Cruze 2012 2.0 vcdi ltz 91000 miles
This sounds a bit bizarre but when outside air temperature is 18 degrees centigrade and above, the car begins juddering/hesitating. Below this outside air temp eg winter driving, the car drives perfectly. Appreciate any help
woodus from United Kingdom a year ago  
WO
1 report 

Cod 84, engine not start up,with white smoke

Chevrolet Cruze 2011 Orlando diesel 2.0 15500 miles
Engine not start up,with white smoke
Bahaa from other 3 years ago  
BA
2 reports 

Error 89 cruze

Chevrolet Cruze 2012  100000 miles
Hi. My cruze can't start.
Error 89 appears.
Any measures/steps I could do to over-write and get the engine starts...

Tq in advance
malique from other 8 years ago  
MA
44 reports 
Andy from South Africa 3 years ago
Hi dd u manage to get t solved if yes how coz am experiencing d same problem
Laurence from South Africa 2 years ago
Hi also have the same problem did you get help
Vicky from other 2 years ago
The same issue I am getting please tell me the solution how could I resolve this problem thanks
ChevyLee from South Africa a year ago
Hi, my chevy cruze gives me a Code 89 when i`m doing over 3k revs and the turbo doesn`t kick in, if you managed to solve your issue please let me know how you managed to go about that...
Ravi from India 10 months ago
Kindly check your intercooler pipe
ChevyLee from South Africa 15 days ago
@RaviOk thanks, I'll do that...
Nana from South Africa 16 days ago
My Chevrolet cruze 1.6 sedan model 2015 fan running fast and code 89 on the screen, can it go to the workshop, 5km, pls help
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Is it my O2 sensor for my camshaft SolvedSolved

Chevrolet Cruze 2011 Sedan, automatic  110000 miles
My car's had really bad gas mileage in it started stalling in the other day it finally went lost all power and all the lights came on on the dash but they're all off now could you tell me what might be wrong
Michelle from United States a year ago  
MI
1 report 
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Bruce from United States a year ago
The issue you're describing with your 2011 Chevrolet Cruze could potentially be caused by a faulty oxygen (O2) sensor or camshaft sensor. The O2 sensor is responsible for monitoring the amount of unburned oxygen in the exhaust and adjusting the air-fuel mixture accordingly. If the O2 sensor is not functioning properly, it can cause a decrease in fuel efficiency and potentially result in the car stalling. Similarly, the camshaft sensor provides information about the position of the camshaft to the engine control module, and if this information is not accurate, it can result in a loss of power and stalling.
To determine the root cause of the issue, I would recommend having the vehicle scanned using a diagnostic code reader. This will retrieve any stored trouble codes in the engine control module, which will provide further information about what may be causing the problem.
Michelle from United States a year ago
Thank you so much. I have been having trouble ever since I got this car. Always the same problem
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Stalling shuts off

Chevrolet Cruze 2014 4 door 47000 miles
Car is stalling and then shuts off, seems likes its gasping for gas check engine light just turned on it aslos says stabili track ans traction control, thehen i took the gas cap off shows signs of water what is the problem
Sara from United States 8 years ago  
SA
14 reports 
Jackie from Australia 7 years ago
Did you find what causes this I seem to be having a similar issue.
Jake from Australia 6 years ago
Hi I was hoping that you ended up finding out the problem with the stalling an engine light etc only way it runs is with axelaration when starting sometimes doesn't
LAM90 from United States 7 years ago
Please look this up. I also have a 2016 chevy cruze and have been fighting to get something done due to this same issue. Please call the GM corporate offices and complain as well file with the NHTSA and BBB if need be. They have blown me off and don't care to help. Below is the PIP bulletin for this. https://gm.oemdtc.com/7914/pip5507b-st…
Maxie from Australia 7 years ago
I have a 2011 cruze deisel i had to replace 2 computers with in a year lucky still un warrenty then the engine harness had to replace then as they fixing that the computer wasnt capactable so ince again anothwr computer now engine light is on im selling this headache as holden charges you 150$ to check out wots wrong. Not a good car to buy.
Ujw1 from United Kingdom 2 years ago
Same issue for me. TCS and ESP lights come on too!
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Error code 79

Chevrolet Cruze 2010 AUTOMATIC 190900 miles
Earlier i saw solution to this problem was suggested for oil change then reset. But please confirm which oil need to be changed ?

Note :-engine oil changed before 500 km's only.
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GOUTAM-RIYADH from other 4 years ago  
GO
1 report 
GOUTAM-RIYADH from other 4 years ago
Please suggest as soon as possible
Haris from India 3 years ago
Bro if you have 2.0 l engine then 5w-40 is recommended by gm if you have 1.4l engine then use 5w-30
Ibrahim from India 3 years ago
Bro should I buy CRUZE
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Shakes between 1500-2000RPM code 84

Chevrolet Cruze 2012 Hatchback  60000 miles
Hello

I bought a Holden cruze turbo diesel 2012 6 speed manual transmission (same engine as Chevrolet cruze).
My car shakes back and forth between 1500-2000RPM, sometimes late response or no power when I accelerate, or accelerates alone when I use the accelerator. Code 84, DPF, engine lights flashing

Have you ever encountered these problems?
Will from Australia 6 years ago  
WI
13 reports 
Wardy from Australia 6 years ago
Hey mate my car is doing the same have you had the problem fixed yet if so what was it cheers blake.
Winfrey from South Africa 8 months ago
I can help u with that problem I know what courses that
Will from Australia 8 months ago
The problems were caused by faulty DPF and clutch
Murat Gaziantep from other 6 months ago
Krank sensörü okuyucu
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Overheating and thermostat

Chevrolet Cruze 2010  90000 miles
It's been three years since I bought my car and it has 90000 km and its problem is that it is overheating and the antifreeze evaporates. I've been checking it and noticed that there is liquid near the thermostat, so it seems to be the thermostat that is failing. What do you think?
lucias86 from United States 9 years ago  
LU
3 reports 
nada from United States 9 years ago
Hi, by what you say, it seems evident that the thermostat is damaged and thus is no longer useful. You should change it, as well as plumbing the radiator so that the water can flow easily and thus not have overheating problems. I hope my comment helps you.
Mindy from Australia 7 years ago
Where is the thermostat placed on an 2003 holden cruze
Thibos from South Africa 2 years ago
I have 2010 chev cruze it is overheating and water cap is becoming loose.
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Wont start and engine light stays on

Chevrolet Cruze 2013 Sedan 30000 miles
Just went to start my car and without any prior indication that there may be a problem...it won't fire up... It cranks over ok but doesn't even look like starting... The engine light stsys on too.
Rowdy. . from Australia 7 years ago  
RO
5 reports 
Rowdy. . from Australia 7 years ago
Problem sorted... apparently what can happen is... if you start your car shift it 10 metres and then turn it off and leave it... It can trap fuel in the system and flood it... it will not start unless you put the accelerator to the floor... common problem...
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Won't start

Chevrolet Cruze 2013 Manual, 90000 miles
I hop into the car to leave for work but the engine won't start. No sparks so I know it's not the battery. The engine light is on.
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Toomataf from Australia 7 years ago  
TO
8 reports 
Toomataf from Australia 7 years ago
I found that the cable connection between the fuse box and the battery was loose.
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ECM module failure

Chevrolet Cruze 2012  65000 miles
After cleaning the bodywork and car engine and driving for 2 km, the car suddenly stalled. After many attempts of pressing the Start button, it finally did. It then remained off for an hour or so and, when I tried to start the engine again, it did not want to. It was only after the fifth time that it started, worked for no more than 3 km and stalled. Since then it has never started again. I was told the computer is burnt. Has someone got the electrical diagram of the ECM module?
mave from United States 9 years ago  
MA
2 reports 
stevie from United States 9 years ago
The same happened to me and, after buying a new computer, it worked properly for several months. However, some codes are now starting to appear and no one knows why.
iva from United States 9 years ago
I have also replaced my computer and it's been 8 months since that and I have not yet had any inconveniences. You need to make sure that the computer they give to you is a new one.
Debby from Australia 7 years ago
HI may i ask how much it cost to replace the computer as i have the same problems
LAM90 from United States 7 years ago
Please look this up. I also have a 2016 chevy cruze and have been fighting to get something done due to this same issue. Please call the GM corporate offices and complain as well file with the NHTSA and BBB if need be. They have blown me off and don't care to help. Below is the PIP bulletin for this. https://gm.oemdtc.com/7914/pip5507b-st…
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The car doesn't start at cold weather

Chevrolet Cruze 2013 Hatchback 80000 miles
Hi! I have a Chevrolet Cruze J305 Diesel-2013. The car doesn't start at cold weather. I went to a service and they checked the spark plugs and it seem to be fine. They changed the car relay, the temperature sensor, the battery, water pump, the diesel filtre. The problem is still there. Is there anyone who had this problem? What can I do? Thanks.
Gabi from other 3 months ago  
GA
1 report 
Dman001232 from United States 2 months ago
If it's a diesel and they charged you to change the spark plugs then you need to find another shop to go to and I would also get a lawyer. Diesels do not have spark plugs. They have glow plugs. If your glow plugs are bad then that's why your car will not start in cold weather. Glow plugs preheat the cylinders so the combustion process is easier. It will still run with bad glow plugs. It will only be harder to start if bad.
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It shows code 84 and engine light

Chevrolet Cruze 2011 1.6 28340 miles
It shows code 84 and engine light
[email protected] from South Africa 8 months ago  
LE
1 reply 
Winfrey from South Africa 8 months ago
Hi letlogonono I'm able to help u with that problem
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Error Code 92

Chevrolet Cruze 2014 Sedan, turbo engine 110000 miles
When I switched off the engine today, it showed error Code92.
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Mandi from other 10 months ago  
MA
22 reports 
Geoff from United Kingdom 7 months ago
Error code 92 shows when engine swtched off
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Thermofan starts running as soon as i start the car

Chevrolet Cruze 2013 sedan sri 1.6 70000 miles
Fan runs when engine is cold
mick from Australia 7 years ago  
MI
3 reports 
Cloak from other 5 years ago
Your cooling fan comes on when the car reaches a particular temperature. The trigger is the thermostat in the radiator of your vehicle. It is what sends the signal for the fan... Most cars will switch the cooling fan when the coolant temperature reaches 85 degrees Celsius (185 degrees Fahrenheit)...

Symptoms of a Bad or Failing Thermo Coolant Fan Switch
Engine overheating. Engines generate an enormous amount of heat and as a result are subjected to very large temperature swings if this switch does not operate effectively...
Check Engine Light comes on...
Broken or shorter signal wire.
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ABS indicator

Chevrolet Cruze 2010  70210 miles
When driving at 50 mph, suddenly the ABS indicator turned on, I turned off the engine and, when starting it again, the indicator was no longer there. One week later, the ABS appeared again. Suspension, brake pads, wheel hubs and drum brakes have been checked but no failure has been found. It was scanned and the failure was indicated to be in the left front ABS sensor, so it was changed but, two days later, the indicator appeared once more. When scanned, the same failure is indicated, so it the left sensor was replaced again and that same day the ABS indicator turned on. I would like to remark that once the indicator appears, I turn off the engine, start it again and it is not there any more. Does anyone have any idea what might be happening?
LEMUEL from United States 9 years ago  
LE
3 replies 
crys from United States 9 years ago
Two damaged sensors from the same side and in the same tire... that seems to be a failure in the wiring.
Dorinda from United States 9 years ago
You need to re-calibrate the turning sensor to zero, which is done with a scanner gm tech2.
Sizwe from South Africa 3 years ago
My car just turned off while I was going then after that it refused to start I got someone to diagnose it they said it sensors I changed them but still I called another mechanic he came he said it coil pack n EGR valve and I changed it but still my car when it start the engine shakes and after reading everything it turns off and it making sound in the aoxhust "bba bba bba" it does have power I need help I've tried my best
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It shows engine light and code 84

Chevrolet Cruze 2011 1.6 289300 miles
It shows engine light and code 84
[email protected] from South Africa 8 months ago  
LE
1 report 
Winfrey from South Africa 8 months ago
Hi there I see it's 2 years ago' u having this problem but I can help u with that problem today if u still have that Chevrolet Cruze
Danie from South Africa 4 months ago
I have a Chevy Cruze Automatic (2.0 Diesel) and it keeps on giving me error code 84 for the last couple of days. What can i do to resolve the problem?
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Smoking under the 02 or Oxygen sensor

Chevrolet Cruze 2015 LT 1.4 turbo 80000 miles
I have smoking under oxygen sensor or the connection for oxygen sensor is smoking. What is the part being showed. 2015 1.4 Turbo
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Adelyade20 from United States a year ago  
AD
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Bruce from United States a year ago
Smoke coming from the area of the oxygen sensor or its connection could indicate a problem with the sensor or its wiring. A damaged or failing oxygen sensor can cause a variety of issues with your vehicle, including decreased fuel efficiency, increased emissions, and reduced engine performance.
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Automatic transmission, stalls

Chevrolet Cruze 2012
I have a Chevrolet Cruze and I would like to share all its problems: the calipers are distorted which is a really dangerous problem if you do not notice it on time, the automatic transmission locks in 3rd or 5th gears and even the engine stalls when driving.
anonymous user from United States 9 years ago
4 reports 
Kellogan from Australia 7 years ago
Try reading about the recall Holden placed on the same model Holden Cruze in Australia.
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Engine check light

Chevrolet Cruze 2010 Sedan 255000 miles
Check engine light is on. The vehicle is running fine
S .M from South Africa 5 months ago  
S.

Error code with engine light on

Chevrolet Cruze 2012 Sedan 115142 miles
My car throws out 2 errer codes. P2188
P0172
It doesnt have the power it use to have and is very hight on fuelage
Jacobus from South Africa 7 months ago  
JA

Difficult starting at times

Chevrolet Cruze 2014 Sedan  1010000 miles
My car takes time to start engine ! sometimes I must attempt twice or thrice before engine start. I
Angie from South Africa 9 months ago  
AN
1 report 

Gears stuck at park

Chevrolet Cruze 2012 Sedan  177000 miles
Gears stuck at park,I have to let engine run for an before they become moving, even an hour at park they can't move, advise me
Bulie from South Africa a year ago  
BU

Acc on but does not crank

Chevrolet Cruze 2010 Sedan 251324 miles
Everything is good, only the engine won't cra
Nk and totally zero when starting the engine
Daws from other a year ago  
DA
2 reports 

Crack but no start after having drive for a while

Chevrolet Cruze 2013 Sedan 1.6 120000 miles
The car turned off while I was driving and it didn't want to start again I call a mechanic and he diagnosed it for me he found the sensors I bought them but still there was no change I called another mechanic he diagnosed it he said it EGR valve and coil pack and I bought the new ones and still the car is doing the same thing the engine is shaking and the pipe at the back auxhust is making sound like "bba bba bba" like it cutting and when you start the car it start very well and when it finished reading it start shaking then it turn it self off I've tried everything please help me
Nits from other 2 years ago  
NI
1 report 

Gearbox not selecting gears

Chevrolet Cruze 2016 Sedan 250000 miles
The gearbox is separated from the engine.It does not select gears
Thabang from South Africa 2 years ago  
TH

Powerless and battery seems like does not charge

Chevrolet Cruze 2016 Sedan, manual  86000 miles
My Chevrolet cruze 2016 turbo.
Have power problems, the Rev don't reach to 1 when handling and it's seems like battery doesn't charge because I travel with car but when I have to start it I have a problem I end up kickstarting. It's give me code89
SpNcube from South Africa 2 years ago  
SP

My car it's going well when the engine light comes out

Chevrolet Cruze 2010 hatchback, manual 250000 miles
It loose the power n rejuce the power so I have stop and remove the terminal from the battery to rest it
mogabe from South Africa 3 years ago  
MO
5 reports 

Check Engine light

Chevrolet Cruze 2014 1.4 L turbo 80000 miles
Car had some trouble starting on occasion this week, more of a delayed start really but it's defiantly taking longer than normal. Everything was driving fine nothing seemed to be wrong but now the check engine light is on?
Savannah from United States 3 years ago  
SA
11 reports 

Keylock on the dashboard

Chevrolet Cruze 2011  220 miles
My car doesn't want to start it is cranking but not picking up due keylock and code 67, no power on the injectors but fuel is coming to engine, my is a diesel. It s button start keyless.
Ndafenongo Elia from other 3 years ago  
ND
16 reports 

Check engine light

Chevrolet Cruze 2014 Hatchback automatic 79000 miles
Won't show and does not start
Terrance from South Africa 3 years ago  
TE
1 report 

Check engine light keep coming on code PO 171 run rough

Chevrolet Cruze 2014  740000 miles
Have change valve cover and both 02 sensor still come PO 171
Dick from United States 3 years ago  
DI
1 report 

Coode 89 and loss poor battery but not every time in summer when the w

Chevrolet Cruze 2013 1800 40000 miles
Coode 89 and loss poor battery but not every time in summer when the weather hot it be
In winter everything good
Note
I changed the water thermostat. I changed the battery.
tooti from other 4 years ago  
TO
4 reports 

Over heating sensor problem?

Chevrolet Cruze 2014  330001 miles
Driving down the road and all of a sudden on my display reads, air condition turned off due to high engine temp. My heat gauge reads almost hot. The display then reads normal, speedo on. The temp gauge goes back to normal. Like all of this in 30 seconds. This happened 3 times in a maybe 10 mile ride. What could it be. I know my car was not overheating. A sensor?
robin from United States 5 years ago  
RO
14 reports 

Oil leak. Oil burning smell

Chevrolet Cruze 2016 Premier 1.4 turbo 100000 miles
Oil leak front driver side of engine... What is it
Nate from Canada 5 years ago  
NA
1 report 

Chevrolet cruse 2013

Chevrolet Cruze 2013 sedan 1.6 120000 miles
The car is not starting after washing the engine
mechanicars from other 7 years ago  
ME
4 reports 


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