reduced power light?

2007 CHEVROLET COLORADO
100,000 MILES
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What would cause the message reduced power and how do I fix it?
Mar 2, 2013 at 10:58 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Hello,

This guide will help you fix it, this is a common problem.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/reduced-power-limp-mode

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/throttle-actuator-service

Please run down these guides and report back.

Roy
Mar 2, 2013 at 11:21 AM
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MCKELLBAILOU
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Car would not start and engine power reduce light came on
Jun 1, 2020 at 6:17 AM (Merged)
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KHLOW2008
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This happens when the throttle bore needs service this guide will walk you through the steps.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/throttle-actuator-service

Please run down this guide and report back.

Jun 1, 2020 at 6:17 AM (Merged)
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MCKELLBAILOU
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Thanks you the guide works perfect runs like new again!
Jun 1, 2020 at 6:17 AM (Merged)
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