Engine will struggle to start when hot?

Tiny
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  • 2013 HYUNDAI VELOSTER
  • 2.0L
  • 4 CYL
  • TURBO
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 84,000 MILES
I have gotten my car looked at with three different opinions and only one error code has come back, however it was incorrect. When my engine is hot after a 15–20-minute drive my car will struggle to start and when it finally turns over there is no power to the engine whether I am in drive or reverse, the engine just revs. I've gotten 2 transmissions inspections both have come back clear and recently had my throttle body cleaned out however it is still having issues with a hot start. Please help.
Thursday, March 23rd, 2023 AT 8:14 PM

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Tiny
KEN L
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I have seen the engine coolant temperature sensor short out when hot which causes the engine is have problem starting and have weak power when it does, to be sure you can watch the sensor value on a scanner to confirm the issue.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

Here is the location of the sensor in the images below. Please let us know what happens.

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Friday, March 24th, 2023 AT 6:34 PM
Tiny
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I just heard back from the dealership, apparently my catalytic converter melted because of lean fuel.
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Saturday, March 25th, 2023 AT 10:22 AM
Tiny
KEN L
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So, they said a new catalytic converter would fix it? If it is melted it definitely cause the problem.
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Sunday, March 26th, 2023 AT 12:39 PM

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