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Old Apr 1, 2014 | 07:19 PM
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I have a 1999 Vanden plas. I want to hack/re-program the computer to prevent it from putting the motor into 'limp mode'. I don't mind seeing the display on the instrument cluster indicating 'reduced performance' but I don't want the computer to actually effect the performance. I have had several 'mystery' interventions by the computer and, by the time I limp to my mechanic, he can't tell what the problem was because the computer has no memory. I trust myself to monitor engine health and don't want the 'limp' feature. How hard would it be to get rid of it???

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Old Apr 1, 2014 | 07:32 PM
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Only 2 ways read the codes and fix the problem or sell the car!
 
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Old Apr 2, 2014 | 03:12 AM
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Welcome to the forum kenwenman,

No more to be said about this than what Gus has told you in post #1. You can't make progress without reading the codes.

When you get a minute, please follow this link New Member Area - Intro a MUST - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum to the New Member Area - Intro a MUST forum and post some info about yourself and your vehicle for all members to see.

In return you'll get a proper welcome and some useful advice about posting to the forum.

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