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Problems with low battery and flickering lights in Seat Ibiza 2012 - looking for solutions and experiences

Dear community, I have a problem with my Seat Ibiza from 2012 and a gasoline engine. When starting, the battery is often low and my lights flicker or are quite dim. I think it might be low voltage in the vehicle, but I'm not sure. Have any of you had similar experiences and could you give any troubleshooting tips? How did you get this problem fixed at your garage? Please share your experiences with me. I am grateful for any advice!

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Hi, I had similar problems with my Seat Leon from 2014, so a different model but almost the same year of manufacture. I would describe myself as someone with some experience in dealing with cars. I went to my regular garage at the time and they checked the battery voltage with a multimeter. It turned out that my battery was indeed flat and had to be replaced with a new one. The repair cost me 290 euros. Strangely, the battery wasn't even old, but it was faulty. To be able to help you better, I could use a few more details about your vehicle. What mileage does your Ibiza have? Are there any other symptoms you have noticed? There could also be other reasons for your problem that should be considered.

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Hello, thank you for your quick reply. So my Ibiza now has 104638 km on the clock. Other symptoms I have noticed are noises from the engine and the car seems to be using more fuel overall. I hope this helps you with the diagnosis. I appreciate any advice you have for me!

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Hi, thanks for the additional information! Your symptoms could indeed indicate a dying battery. At over 100,000 km, it's quite possible that your car's battery is depleted, especially if you often drive shorter distances. However, you will probably need to call in a professional to determine this. However, the increased noise in the engine and higher fuel consumption could also indicate other problems. You may have a problem with your alternator or the V-belt. It could also be that the spark plugs need changing, which can also lead to the symptoms you have described. I would advise you to go to a garage and have everything checked thoroughly. I paid 290 euros for a battery change on my Leon back then, but prices can vary depending on the model and workshop. There are also always special offers, such as battery replacement from 220 euros with some providers. I hope this helps you. Let us know how it turns out.

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Thank you for the helpful advice! I figured I'd probably have to take it to the garage, but it's nice to know that my suspicions might not be so wrong. I'll definitely keep an eye on the fan belt and spark plugs and talk to the mechanic about it. Hopefully I will then be free of this problem. I will keep you guys posted. Thanks again for your help!

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