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lilian_moeller10

Seat Cordoba Diesel Throttle Valve Issue

My Seat Cordoba from 2008, with a diesel engine, is giving me headaches! I suspect the throttle valve is defective. The car starts poorly, and the fuel consumption has increased noticeably. What could be the cause of this, and has anyone else experienced something similar? Could it be related to the throttle body?

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barbara_koch7

Sounds familiar! I had a similar issue with my Opel Astra a while back. Higher fuel consumption and poor starting were the main symptoms. Have you checked the air intake for any obstructions? Is the control valve working properly?

lilian_moeller10 (Author)

Air intake? Control valve? Where exactly are these located, and how can I check them? Could a dirty throttle body also cause such problems? I mean, is throttle cleaning worth trying before more drastic measures?

barbara_koch7

Yes, it could definitely be related to the throttle body. The air intake and control valve are part of the throttle valve system. Honestly, I'm not too familiar with the specifics on your car. It might be best to take it to a workshop for a proper diagnosis. They can check the throttle valve itself.

lilian_moeller10 (Author)

I'm very grateful for your help! I took the car to the workshop, and it turned out that the accelerator pedal module was defective, just like you suspected. They replaced it, and the throttle valve is working perfectly now. The repair cost me 205€. Thanks again!

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