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2000 Vauxhall Astra Repair Question


Topics covered: Battery, Body, Egr valve.
Mileage: 78,000 miles.

Asked on September 4, 2012

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I have an astra club v8 which sometimes cuts out when i slow down at traffic lights etc , if i was to put my foot down on throttle it would be ok , ive had a new EGR valve fitted but the problem is still there , an orange light appears that looks like a battery with a star in it b4 it cuts out
Avatar Asked by Liam12

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Replied on September 4, 2012

Get a scan done to check for trouble codes.

Seems the ifdling speed is too low causing the engine to stall. Try cleaning the IAC and throttle body.

Tiny Answered by KHLow2008 (expert)
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