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Seat Formentor Bypass Valve Problem

My 2020 Seat Formentor with a gasoline engine keeps throwing a bypass valve malfunction error. The engine is overheating. I reckon it's a consequential error resulting from something else. Could it be the exhaust system? Any ideas before I start throwing money at car repair?

A 2020 Seat Formentor with a gasoline engine is experiencing a bypass valve malfunction error and engine overheating. The issue is suspected to be a consequential error, possibly related to the exhaust system. Suggestions include checking for coolant leaks around hoses, the radiator, and the water pump, as well as inspecting the exhaust system for cracks. The problem was resolved by identifying a small coolant leak, which was causing the overheating and triggering the error, and the repair was covered under warranty.

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Sounds familiar. I had a similar issue with my Seat Formentor. Error memory kept showing bypass valve malfunction, alongside engine overheating. Have you checked for any coolant leaks? Or inspected the exhaust system for any issues?

Coolant leak, you say? Where exactly should I be looking for that coolant leak? And what exhaust system issues did you have? Did you notice any power loss as well?

Check around the usual suspects for coolant leaks – hoses, radiator, water pump. My exhaust system had a minor crack, which caused the engine to work harder and overheat, triggering the bypass valve error. Yes, I did experience some power loss before I identified the issue. The error will show up due to overheating, but the root cause might be elsewhere. Take it to a workshop, they will sort you out.

You were spot on. The workshop checked the exhaust system for leaks. A small coolant leak was causing the engine to overheat, which triggered the bypass valve error. The car repair cost 0€, covered under warranty. Thanks for your help.

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