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Old 26 June 2008 | 04:58 PM
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As title. Just need to do a few mile to get car home? Cheers.
Old 26 June 2008 | 05:03 PM
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Yes in limp mode.
Old 26 June 2008 | 05:10 PM
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What is limp mode?
Old 26 June 2008 | 05:23 PM
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Limp mode is when the ECU senses a severe problem and cuts revs, boost (and I think ignition advance) to protect the engine
Old 26 June 2008 | 05:27 PM
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Ok cheers. Basically it wont run with maf connected but will run with it disconnected. just wondering if i can drive it like this??
Old 26 June 2008 | 05:53 PM
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drive it like Mick Hucknals hair colour.. very gingerley till its sorted out ecu uses a diffrent set up of air fuel mixture etc so high revs are a no no
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Sound, cheers Mate...
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Get it fixed asap.
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