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Engine Power loss

Tiny
GILLYP1986
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  • 2006 SEAT ALTEA
  • 1.9L
  • TURBO
  • 2WD
  • MANUAL
  • 84,000 MILES
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.
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Monday, April 25th, 2016 AT 2:00 PM

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Tiny
KEN L
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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
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Tuesday, April 26th, 2016 AT 8:54 AM

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