[V8] Limp Mode?

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Hey Brad,
         the one time it happened to me, limp mode was caused by a 
misadjusted throttle position sensor.  A simple fix, definitely easier than 
finding an open window in a tall building.

Fortunately for me, Dad bought a dipstick for the tranny while the car was 
in his ownership.

Later,
Arryn



At 09:55 AM 9/20/2005, Speakoutprod at aol.com wrote:
>Driving to town today, I noticed the V8 was acting sluggish and think it may
>have been operating in Limp Mode.  I tried shifting into lower gears (I have
>an automatic) but no change.  I then turned the car off, restarted and drove
>around the block -- it seem to be working fine.
>
>I've heard of limp mode but never understood its cause nor function.  Should
>I seek immediate help from a mechanic or look for an open window in a tall
>building?
>
>Lastly, can you easily check the fluid level in the transmission?  It looks
>like there's only a fill port without a transmission dipstick.
>
>Thanks,
>
>Brad Hartman
>1990 V8