Why does the door glass go up on a Jaguar XK8?
The reason for this design is to clear the door glass from the convertible top once you open your door. Once the doors are shut the door glass automatically goes up about another inch, sealing the door glass behind the convertible tops soft top edge.
Why is my Jaguar XK8 convertible top slow?
Issue: early XK8 Convertibles may experience slow operation of the convertible top, or slow or erratic operation of the latch. These conditions are caused by a tendency of the Univis hydraulic fluid in the system to slowly evaporate, and in certain conditions to gel within the hydraulic system pipes and hoses.
How to reset the roof on a Jaguar XK?
There is a guy on a US Jag forum , the guy who supplies the remote roof kit for the XK and he seems be a guru on roof issues. He always seems to suggest first is to hold the roof button in for at least 60 secs . Also to reset windows . if the windows are now up as you suggest then they will need to be opened.
What to do if your Jaguar XK8 has hydraulic problems?
All of a sudden you have thin, fast moving oil flowing through the system. As the chunky old fluid is washed away, leaks appear. The solution: Replace the lines, rebuild the rams, and rebuild the latch and pump. All the chunky old oil has to go, as do all the seals, and total rebuild is the only way to accomplish that.
Issue: early XK8 Convertibles may experience slow operation of the convertible top, or slow or erratic operation of the latch. These conditions are caused by a tendency of the Univis hydraulic fluid in the system to slowly evaporate, and in certain conditions to gel within the hydraulic system pipes and hoses.
The reason for this design is to clear the door glass from the convertible top once you open your door. Once the doors are shut the door glass automatically goes up about another inch, sealing the door glass behind the convertible tops soft top edge.
Why is my soft top on my Jaguar XK not working?
This video will show you the first thing to check when your convertible top on a Jaguar XK or XKR is not working. This is a commonly overlooked issue when the Jaguar soft top is not working. There are more details if you need it in the owner’s manual. Feel free to reach out to me if this does not work for you or you need more help. Loading…
All of a sudden you have thin, fast moving oil flowing through the system. As the chunky old fluid is washed away, leaks appear. The solution: Replace the lines, rebuild the rams, and rebuild the latch and pump. All the chunky old oil has to go, as do all the seals, and total rebuild is the only way to accomplish that.
Is there a video guide for the Jaguar XE?
These video guides take you through the most important features of your XE. An instructional video showing how to top up XE’s Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF), also known as AdBlue®, AUS 32 or ARLA 32. How to use XE’s Surround Camera System, which gives you a near 360 degree view for safer and easier manoeuvring.
How does the garage door opener work on a Jaguar XF?
How to use your XF’s Garage Door Opener or HomeLink® universal transceiver wireless control system. A guide to how XF’s Park Assist system can steer your XF into suitable parallel or perpendicular parking spaces, and also help you exit parallel spaces.
What kind of exhaust fluid does a Jaguar XE use?
These video guides take you through the most important features of your Jaguar. These video guides take you through the most important features of your XE. An instructional video showing how to top up XE’s Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF), also known as AdBlue®, AUS 32 or ARLA 32.
Why is my Jaguar XK8 window not working?
A simple painless fix. This is the normal function of the Jaguar XK8 convertibles cars,door windows. Each time you pull up on the outside door handle the window will automatically lower by about a inch. The reason for this design is to clear the door glass from the convertible top once you open your door.
Are there any issues with the Jaguar XK8 convertible top?
I’ve written a few articles about the issues with Jaguar XK8 Convertible top hydraulics over the years. I’d like to begin by referencing Jaguar’s own technical service bulletin on this topic – Issue: early XK8 Convertibles may experience slow operation of the convertible top, or slow or erratic operation of the latch.
What should I do if my XK8 convertible top leaks?
The lesson for owners of pre-2000 XK8 convertibles: If you have trouble with the top, be prepared for the possibility of leaks after flush, and if that happens, rebuild the whole thing and have done with it because the alternative will be replacing everything one part at a time, which will cost you a lot more in the end.
How do you open the convertible top on a Jaguar?
Pressing the convertible top switch will signal the Body Processor Module (BPM) to send a ‘Open Convertible top’ signal to the Security and Locking Module (SLCM). The SLCM convertible top is about to open. (Note: the rear quarter windows will be powered for a maximum of 3 seconds). 3. If the front windows are closed they will be opened slightly.
Is the Jaguar XK8 a good car to buy?
On its launch, the car was rapturously received by the press. The engine and gearbox were top of the class – XKRs were limited to 155mph, but are capable of 175mph-plus when de-restricted – as were the handling, quietness and price, but the poor low-speed ride and cramped rear seats were criticised.
When did they change the tensioners on the Jaguar XK8?
They were improved in 2002, and a durable metal alternative was fitted from 2005. If there’s no proof of replacement on earlier units, they should be checked. Upper tensioners (x2) are fairly easy to change; the lower one is trickier, so listen carefully for any untoward noises.
When did the Jaguar XK8 Silverstone come out?
Jaguar also produced a number of limited editions before the XK8 was superseded by a brand-new aluminium-bodied replacement in 2005. First of these now very sought after specials was the XKR Silverstone, launched to celebrate Jaguar’s entry into Formula One in 2000. A total of 563 were built, although only 107 remained in the UK.