Q: Jaguar looses power when it warms up.

asked by on February 26, 2017

started a month ago when driving lost some power accelerated through it and got home .replaced and checked coils air filter ect cleaned plugs and carb .runs smooth now no judder at idle but after warmed up still holds back can limp home. when cold will start and run smooth but warm same issue thanks mike

My car has 106000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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