SEAT Arosa Common Problems and Solutions
Excess Pressure Needed to Brake
Problem:
You have to apply a massive amount of pressure to the brake pedal before the car starts to come to a stop.
Solution:
This caused a recall by Seat, and your brake problem is being caused by cracks on the vacuum pipe to the brake servo. You will have to install a new vacuum pipe from BreakerYard.
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Screen Wash Not Working
Problem:
The washer for your front or rear windows has stopped spraying water, even though the reservoir is full.
Solution:
This could be a simple case of replacing the wiper stalk, which may have corroded and is causing a blockage. Next, check that the motor is working, as this is the most common reason for washer failure. Before you order a new washer motor from our parts list, check the washer fuse, as it might just be a case of replacing the relevant fuse.
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Door Creaking
Problem:
One or more of your doors makes a loud creaking or cracking noise when being opened or closed.
Solution:
One of the most commonly reported faults on the Arosa, this is being caused by worn door straps. Although you find new door straps easily on our parts page for the Arosa, this can be a challenging installation because you're going to have to remove each affected door, which can be a big and exhausting job.
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Door Check Straps
Rattling Suspension
Problem:
There is a rattling noise coming from your suspension. The rattle gets louder when riding on uneven surfaces.
Solution:
This is extremely common on the Arosa, which is extremely prone to premature wear of the suspension bushes. Luckily, replacing the bushes is very straightforward, and we always have suspension bushes available to order for quick delivery.
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Window regulator problems
Problem:
If you are finding that the windows are not opening and closing smoothly, this is an indication of the window regulator failing.
Solution:
We can help you find a replacement window regulator at very low prices.
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Window Regulator Mechanism
Engine misfiring
Problem:
The usual cause of the engine misfiring on the Arosa when the engine management warning light is off, is faulty spark plug leads. You may be noticing that the car is idling very erratically instead of at constant revs. The car may also be cutting out, especially when stopping at junctions. These are common symptoms of this problem.
Solution:
Having the spark plug leads changed should sort this issue out. Watch the video below to see how to change the spark plug leads:
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Spark Plugs
Engine management warning light
Problem:
If your car is running OK and the engine management warning light has appeared on the dashboard, it is usually due to a faulty lambda sensor. This sensor is responsible for measuring the levels of oxygen and fuel mixture from the exhaust to the engine. If this part is the cause of the warning light, then you may notice a higher than usual fuel consumption.
Solution:
Fitting a replacement lambda sensor will fix the problem.
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Headlight condensation
Problem:
A know issue on these vehicles is headlight condensation. This occurs due to the heat generated by the headlight bulb and is a particular problem on colder mornings.
Solution:
One solution to this issue is to drill small holes at the bottom of the headlight glass to let any water out. This will sort the problem and won't cost you anything.
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Central locking problems
Problem:
The central locking is known to fail on the Arosa. If you are facing this problem, the activator is prone to failure.
Solution:
You will need to fit a replacement activator to resolve the issue.
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