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    Holden Calais 2003 Problems

    Are you having problems with your 2003 Holden Calais? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest 2003 Holden Calais issues & faults. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the 2003 Holden Calais in one spot to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

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    Calais paint job
    Answered by Graham Smith · 8 April 2010

    If it is a problem with the paint protection you could use a paint cleaner, which should clean it off, and then polish the car. But I suspect it could be a delaminating clear coat that's your problem and not the protection coat at all. I would suggest you take it to a body shop and have them cast their expert eye over it.

    Calais fuel guzzler
    Answered by Graham Smith · 28 August 2003

    If your calculations are correct, your car isn't returning the fuel consumption it should. The Australian Design Rules (ADR) test fuel consumption on your car is 11.5 litres/100km city driving and 7.2 litres/100km highway driving. From those figures I'd reckon on getting 11-13 litres/100km in normal round-town driving conditions. I suggest you take it to a Holden dealer to have it checked again.

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