2007 Vauxhall Astra engine goes into safe mode

Car: Vauxhall Astra
Year: 2007
Variant: Elite 1.7 Diesel
Categories: Steering, Suspension, Brakes, Wheels & Tyres
My 2007 Diesel astra from time to time goes into safe mode while driving along, the speeds vary but the car slows as if the brakes have been put on. The car does not cutout completely but allows you to continue at little more than tick over. I have had the car put on a diagnostic but it shows no fault. When I turn the engine off the car resets and I can drive as normal.

Any ideas please ?

Thanks
Posted: Jun 14, 2010 (13 years ago)
Could be mass air sensor or egr valve ?
Posted Jun 14, 2010 (13 years ago)
check the vacuum pipes are all secure and not split,could be a throttle housing or throttle pedal playing up,check the throttle flap is moving freely
Posted Jun 15, 2010 (13 years ago)

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