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Seat Inca engine power loss

My 2001 Seat Inca with a gasoline engine is giving me headaches. It only has 56318 km on it! Basically, the check engine light is on, and the engine power is way down. I suspect the throttle valve is defective, maybe the accelerator pedal module or some electronics. Has anyone had this before? Any ideas?

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I think I can help you. I had a similar problem with my Seat Ibiza. The check engine light was on, and the car was in limp mode. Have you checked the air flow? In my case, it was the throttle body that was faulty, and it caused similar symptoms.

Interesting. How did you figure out it was the throttle body? Did you have to replace the whole thing, or just some part of it?

Well, first I thought it was something else, but then I read somewhere that reduced engine power and the check engine light on Seats often points to a throttle body issue. And yes, I had to replace the whole throttle body, sadly. I would recommend going to a workshop to have it checked professionally. The replacement cost can vary.

Took it to the workshop as suggested. They confirmed it was the throttle valve. Got it replaced for 265€. Runs like new now! Thanks for the help.

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