Where is the coolant tank on a Jaguar XJ8?
There are two small plastic pipe running from the front of the engine to the rear on the nearside. The pipe furthest away feeds into the coolant expansion tank under the front wing, the nearer one is the coolant return from the engine.
Why is my Jaguar XJ8 not cooling properly?
Buy the proper orange long life coolant from a Jaguar dealer and dilute it 50:50 with either tap or distilled water. Cooling issues on pre 2000 cars – including actual, not indicated low levels – can be caused by waterpumps loosing efficency.
What’s the low coolant level on a 1998 XJ?
1997 MY-ON XK8 Range 1998 MY-ON V8 XJ Series 001001-ON 812256-ON MODEL VIN Low Coolant Level – Warning Lamp Illuminated Issue: When a new vehicle is factory-filled with antifreeze solution, small pockets of air may remain trapped in the cooling system.
What happens to the coolant in a new Jaguar?
On a new vehicle, these pockets of air may take some considerable time to be purged, resulting in a gradual drop in the coolant level. This process may eventually lead to illumination of the coolant warning lamp by the low level sensor located in the coolant reservoir.
What are coolant hoses for a Jaguar XJ8?
HOSE COOLANT EGR TO THROTTLE FITS 2004-2005 XJR UP TO VIN G49700 AND 2003-2005 S-TYPE R FROM VIN M45254 TO N52047. Replaces AJ83716 AJ88504 2W93-2F813-BB (AJ811758) COOLANT HOSE FEED EGR TO THROTTLE BODY FITS 2006-2009 XJ8 NON SUPERCHARGED FROM VIN G49701 ON.
How to check the coolant level on a Jaguar XJ?
Visually check the coolant level. If low, continue with the procedure below. 2. If the coolant level is below the bottom of the filler neck, top up with Jaguar Antifreeze D542 (diluted 50:50 with clean water) until the coolant rises to the bottom of the filler neck. 3. Start the engine and allow it to run at idling speed.
What kind of radiator hose does an XJR have?
UPPER RADIATOR HOSE FITS 2004-2005 XJR SUPERCHARGED. Replaces C2C10865 (C2C16212) HOSE EXPANSION TANK PLENUM DRAIN, WATER OUTLET FITS 2004-2005 XJ8 UP TO VIN G49700. 2W93-18674-AD (C2C17258)
Where is the captive float on a Jaguar?
Check if the captive float, located at the right hand rear corner of the coolant reservoir, is stuck in its lowest position. The float is captive on a tube, which houses the level sensor, attached to the bottom of the coolant reservoir. 3.