Limp mode

Tiny
JAMES.AIMEE
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  • 2014 JAGUAR XF
  • 3.0L
  • TURBO
  • 102,000 MILES
Yesterday my car went into limp mode, information came up as 'performance restricted' is there anyway around this? Could it just be a sensor? Any help much appreciated.
Wednesday, March 20th, 2019 AT 4:08 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Hello,

9 times out of 10 limp mode is caused by the computer loses correlation with the throttle actuator because it needs to be serviced. Here is a guide to help you fix the problem:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/reduced-power-limp-mode

Please run down this guide and report back.
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Thursday, March 21st, 2019 AT 5:40 PM

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