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Was this the red warning or the amber engine light? Did any warning messages come on the cluster? Was the engine and vehicle speed in limp mode?
Was this the red warning or the amber engine light? Did any warning messages come on the cluster? Was the engine and vehicle speed in limp mode?
I figured it was an issue with the throttle. I agree that is the way to go. It may have been an isolated incident but if it returns the throttle will need to be replaced.
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