williblitz16
Seat Alhambra engine stalling at idle
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A 2011 Seat Alhambra with a gasoline engine is experiencing stalling at idle and a check engine light is on. The suspected cause is a problem with the tank ventilation valve, possibly due to blocked hoses. Another owner suggested checking the purge valve in the EVAP system and ensuring the gas cap is sealing properly. The issue was resolved by addressing the clogged hoses in the tank ventilation valve.
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williblitz16 (community.author)
Thanks for the reply. Can you tell me more about how you figured out it was the purge valve? Did your engine stall too?
hermann_flame37
Yes, it stalled sometimes. I also smelled fuel occasionally. I ended up taking it to a shop. They said it was a tank ventilation problem and changed the purge valve. Because of what you're seeing, I'd get it checked out by a professional to make sure it's the EVAP system before you replace anything. It could save you money and time.
williblitz16 (community.author)
I wanted to share that the problem is now fixed. It was the tank ventilation valve, like I thought. The hoses were clogged. The repair set me back 175€.
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hermann_flame37
I had something similar happen with my Alhambra. It could be the purge valve in the EVAP system. Have you made sure your gas cap is sealing properly? A bad gas cap can cause similar things to happen.