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Why does my Chevrolet Cruze have reduced engine power?

Why does my Chevrolet Cruze have reduced engine power?

Had it towed to the dealer, where they cleaned the throttles and it worked again. Then, on Christmas Day, we drove a few blocks in very cold weather when the engine warning light, Stabilitrak service light and reduced engine power warning came on.

How could a 2012 Cruze not be available yet?

How could a part for a 2012 CRUZE not be available yet. The Dealer might provide better Part info and possibly can fix the Car. What brand of Warranty do you have? Stabilitrak message with the check engine on. We are able to temporarily get the car going again by turning it off and waiting car can’t be driven. The check engine light never goes off.

Why does the reduced engine power light come on?

Here are some of the most typical problems that can make your Cruze’s reduced engine power warning come on: This is one of the most common reasons the reduced engine power light comes on.

When does reduced engine power warning come on?

Then, on Christmas Day, we drove a few blocks in very cold weather when the engine warning light, Stabilitrak service light and reduced engine power warning came on. The car could only manage between 5-10 mph, so drove it home.

What happens when you reduce engine power on a Chevy Cruze?

When the engine power has been reduced, the engine and transmission can operate in totally different ways. This leads to jerky shifts, unstable acceleration, and horrible gas mileage. Good luck diagnosing your Cruze’s reduced engine power light. If there is anything that you would like to add, please feel free to leave a comment below.

Here are some of the most typical problems that can make your Cruze’s reduced engine power warning come on: This is one of the most common reasons the reduced engine power light comes on.

Then, on Christmas Day, we drove a few blocks in very cold weather when the engine warning light, Stabilitrak service light and reduced engine power warning came on. The car could only manage between 5-10 mph, so drove it home.

How does traction control work on Chevy Cruz?

The traction control uses the speed sensor in the transmission and the wheel speed sensors to determine wheel spin. If a wheel spins braking is applied to it so that the power can be transferred to the other wheels. At some point the ECU detected a gross disagreement between the sensors and so as a precaution has entered into a limp home mode.

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Ruth Doyle