VW Golf 5 2.0T enjin cuts back when I accelerate rapidly

2006 VOLKSWAGEN GTI
132,000 MILES
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ATTIE ENGELBRECHT
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When I'm driving at a constant speed of about 120kph and accelerate at a rapid rate the car seems to loose power or cut back after about ten seconds
Dec 30, 2011 at 4:11 PM
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RIVERMIKERAT
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Check for clogged catalytic converter. Have it scanned for codes.
Dec 30, 2011 at 10:35 PM
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