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Seat Ateca Engine Trouble

I'm at my wit's end with my 2021 Seat Ateca with a gasoline engine. It has 62542 km on it. The check engine light is on, the engine runs rough, and it stalls at idle. When accelerating, it sometimes feels like it's jerking. I suspect the fuel pressure sensor might be the problem, or maybe even the fuel pump. Could a defective cable or plug connection be the cause? The symptoms suggest a possible engine misfire or issue with the fuel injector. Any ideas?

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Sounds like a fuel issue alright. I had something similar happen with my Ateca. Check engine light, rough idle, the whole shebang. Did you notice any difference in fuel consumption or smell any gas?

Interesting. No noticeable difference in fuel consumption, and no gas smell. When you say similar, was it the fuel pump itself, or something else? Any idea what the fix was?

Mine was just a bad connection to the fuel pressure sensor. Apparently, it's a known issue. I'd get it checked out at a workshop; they'll diagnose it properly. It's worth looking into before you start replacing the fuel pump or injectors.

I took your advice and brought it to the workshop. You were spot on! It was a defective connection to the fuel pressure sensor. They cleaned the contacts and re-seated the plug. The check engine light is off, and the car is running smoothly again. Total cost was 95€, which is a relief. Thanks again for your help!

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