2000 Jaguar XJ8 Shakes and seems like its running out of po

2000 JAGUAR XJ8
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AAMIR786
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Shakes or Wobbles problem
2000 Jaguar XJ8 V8 Automatic 126k miles

hello i have 2000 jaguar xj8 L with 126k miles on it. Today i started my car and out of no where the check engine light came on and on my dash it said "Restricted Performance" can someone help me out please. I also have ABS light on what should i do?
Aug 6, 2010 at 7:37 PM
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2CARPRO JACK
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You will need to have the PCM scanned for trouble codes to see why it is in the restricted performance mode.This is the computers way of telling you there is a problem, then it goes into that mode to make sure no damage can be done (in theory...LOL) The ABS light may be related,but your best bet will be to find a shop with the software capable of scanning both the ABS and the PCM to see where to begin fixing it
Aug 6, 2010 at 8:22 PM
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what is PCM
Aug 6, 2010 at 8:26 PM
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Oops, sorry.PCM is the Powertrain Control Module, or the computer that controls the engine management system.It also communicates with the trans/ABS and other onboard computers for specific info
Aug 7, 2010 at 8:40 AM
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