Why does my Jaguar XK8 engine not start?
And you’ve learned (the hard way ) to always run the engine up to temperature before switching off – it’s a known “feature” of these engines, apparently. This is the ‘start/stop syndrome’ that has plagued 6 and now 8 cylinder Jaguars for years. The flooded cylinders cause loss of compression by thinning piston ring lubrication.
Is the 2005 Jaguar XK8 a good car?
I purchased a 2005 XK8 some months ago, and still get that exciting feeling as I enter the garage in the morning, and leave work in the afternoon. These are beautiful, beautiful cars to own and drive. I recommend doing so without reservation. Getting in and out simply takes some practice, but well worth the experience.
Why does my jaguars run at full running temperature?
Bringing the engine up to full running temperature is not necessary as long as the gauge has started to move. This is the ‘start/stop syndrome’ that has plagued 6 and now 8 cylinder Jaguars for years. The flooded cylinders cause loss of compression by thinning piston ring lubrication.
How to remove the intake duct from a Jaguar?
Remove the intake duct. With assistance, visually observe throttle butterfly operation as the ignition is switched ‘ON’ for the first time. Throttle butterfly should fully close, then immediately open to the idle position. Did butterfly stick closed? Switch ignition ‘OFF’. Lightly press throttle butterfly with finger to the fully closed position.
Why does my 2001 Jaguar XK8 not start?
I have a 2001 XK8 4.0l, and started the engine fine the other day and moved the car forward a touch to open the garage door. When trying it again the next day it wouldn’t start it sounded like a laboured turnover, so I charged the battery and still getting a laboured turnover, so I got a new battery and still getting the same.
Bringing the engine up to full running temperature is not necessary as long as the gauge has started to move. This is the ‘start/stop syndrome’ that has plagued 6 and now 8 cylinder Jaguars for years. The flooded cylinders cause loss of compression by thinning piston ring lubrication.
Remove the intake duct. With assistance, visually observe throttle butterfly operation as the ignition is switched ‘ON’ for the first time. Throttle butterfly should fully close, then immediately open to the idle position. Did butterfly stick closed? Switch ignition ‘OFF’. Lightly press throttle butterfly with finger to the fully closed position.
How to know if your Jaguar is on or off?
Raise hood and fit fender protection covers. Remove the intake duct. With assistance, visually observe throttle butterfly operation as the ignition is switched ‘ON’ for the first time. Throttle butterfly should fully close, then immediately open to the idle position. Did butterfly stick closed? Switch ignition ‘OFF’.