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Limp mode on a 02 Seat Alhambra (mech in S Dublin?)

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  • 14-07-2016 8:12am
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    loopingfred
    Registered Users Posts: 351 ✭✭


    Hi all,

    First post in the motor section.

    I am having an issue with my 02 Seat Alhambra (1.9 TDI) for the past 4 weeks now...
    When reaching 80Km/h, the car goes into Limp Mode :mad:

    The car has been with a mechanic for about all this time, and as far as I know, a few sensors were changed to no avail, then, they changed the Turbo... To no avail!
    I believe they checked the vacuum, EGR, pipes and joints, but the car still goes into Limp.
    Yesterday, I changed the MAF, just in case, and same!
    I also checked the wiring loom to the ECU (common issue it seems) and my break lights (another of these weird stuff that can trigger a Limp Mode...).

    So, I am stuck now, and really don't have a clue what to do next. Or I am very unlucky, or I need a new mechanic! But I have spent too much time and money at this stage to have it fixed, and it's still not fixed!

    Anybody can recommend a good mechanic / mobile mechanic to have a quick look, just to make sure nothing was forgotten? I am in Churchtown - Dublin South.

    Many thanks


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    #2
    Kencollins
    Registered Users Posts: 567 ✭✭✭Kencollins


    I certainly think you need a new mechanic.

    To throw parts at a car, and especially something as big as a turbo is just carelessness.

    I think you need to find someone capable of diagnosing the issues rather than someone who is just guessing.

    Ken


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    loopingfred
    Registered Users Posts: 351 ✭✭loopingfred


    Thanks Ken.
    In fairness, I think he tried everything.. Or I am too naive!

    Any recommended mechanic?


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    Kimbot
    Moderators, Computer Games Moderators, Social & Fun Moderators Posts: 18,436 Mod ✭✭✭✭Kimbot


    C&F Motors out in Mount Merrion if you can get out to them.


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    #5
    loopingfred
    Registered Users Posts: 351 ✭✭loopingfred


    Thanks Jonny, forgot about them! I used to work opposite to the garage!
    I pay them a visit and have a chat with the mechanic to explain the situation :)


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