Engine Power loss

2006 SEAT ALTEA
84,000 MILES • 1.9L • TURBO • 2WD • MANUAL
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GILLYP1986
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Sometimes after quick acceleration or a quick change down of gears to over take a car it goes flat, but if I cut the engine and start it again with the key it picks back up again. Plus every time I get out of the car I am getting an electric shock from the door or the roof wherever I place my hand or arm first.
Apr 25, 2016 at 2:00 PM
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Hey GILLYP1986,

This is a good one, getting shocked must be weird. I would start with the alternator, it sounds like one of the diodes has gone out, please test for ac voltage at the battery, here is a guide that will help you.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-a-car-alternator

Let me know what you find
Apr 26, 2016 at 8:54 AM
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