Signs your car is in limp mode, and how to start driving again
Has your car's Check Engine light come on? Is your car not reviving up to full power? Are you not able to shift into high gear? Your car may have entered "limp mode," a low-power mode that engages when there is a problem detected with your car. Limp mode is meant to give your car just enough power to drive home (or to the nearest repair shop) without causing severe damage to the engine or transmission. You can bypass limp mode by restarting your car, topping off fluids, or resetting the battery. But is it safe to bypass limp mode? This wikiHow article will teach you how to get your car out of limp mode so you can get back on the road.
Things You Should Know
- Limp mode is a low-power safe mode that is meant to prevent severe damage to your car's engine and transmission.
- You can bypass limp mode by restarting your car, checking the fluid levels, disconnecting the battery, or scanning it with an OBD scanner.
- When limp mode is active, you should avoid driving unless absolutely necessary. Avoid highway travel and take routes that are less traveled.
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