Why does the Jaguar XKR battery run so long?
Even when closed and locked, there was a draw on the battery. Long and the short of it was that a nearby motion sensor for a security light ran at a similar freq to the key fob. So the car kept thinking the light was me coming to unlock it and so kept energising the car in anticipation. Just a thought was all…….
Why is there no audio on my XKR?
Other odd things were that sometimes the centre screen would get stuck on the XKR logo screen unless you turned the engine off, locked the car, unlocked and restarted it. Mostly it would work normally, but sometimes too there would be no audio until you pressed the audio button on the screen, even though it was on when last used.
How does Jaguar assistance work on the XKR?
Called Jaguar Assistance, they jump started it to put a bit of power in the battery, then locked it with some monitoring equipment attached to see what would happen.
Is there any drain on the Jaguar battery?
He showed me his test readout which gave the battery a perfect rating with zero drain. But isn’t it almost impossible for me to leave anything running so as to cause the battery to drain, I asked.
Is there a problem with the Jaguar XKR battery?
Last week I saw the first sign of a battery problem when the main display screen wouldn’t light up until I restarted the engine. Then today, when I tried to power up, the engine gave a half hearted whimper and died, leaving all the alert lights flashing and I wasn’t even able to persuade the (keyless) ignition to turn off.
Other odd things were that sometimes the centre screen would get stuck on the XKR logo screen unless you turned the engine off, locked the car, unlocked and restarted it. Mostly it would work normally, but sometimes too there would be no audio until you pressed the audio button on the screen, even though it was on when last used.
Called Jaguar Assistance, they jump started it to put a bit of power in the battery, then locked it with some monitoring equipment attached to see what would happen.
He showed me his test readout which gave the battery a perfect rating with zero drain. But isn’t it almost impossible for me to leave anything running so as to cause the battery to drain, I asked.
How to jumpstart a 2009-2015 Jaguar XF?
How to Jumpstart a 2009-2015 Jaguar XF 1. Getting Started – Prepare for the repair 2. Access Battery – Learn where the battery is located 3. Jump Points – Locate the positive terminal and the ground 4. Jump Procedure – Correctly hook up the jumper cables and jump 5.
When to turn off a dead Jaguar XF battery?
Once you are finished reviving a dead car battery in your XF, make sure you drive it for at least 5 minutes before turning it off so your battery isn’t dead the next time. So what’s up with the safety glasses?
How much does it cost to repair a Jaguar XK?
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What should I do if my Jaguar XK battery goes bad?
If your battery is more than 3 years old – replace it. But the very BEST thing you can do, which will permanently eliminate any electrical issues is to keep the Jag on a “battery minder”, permanently attached, and plugged in when the car is not actually in use. The new version XK (2007 on) is a superb car.
Is there a problem with my Jaguar XK convertible?
This is NOT a “Jaguar problem” – it happens frequently will all modern computer-laden cars. When the battery voltage drops you will get random electronic symptoms: warning lights, window, seat, convertible top, SatNav problems, etc. ALL of which are caused by battery issues.
Is there a problem with my Jaguar XKR?
I’ve owned my 2007 XKR for a couple of months and only driven it once or twice a week and not yet on a long journey. Last week I saw the first sign of a battery problem when the main display screen wouldn’t light up until I restarted the engine.
Can a JAG battery be charged in the car?
Normally the use of a low amperage battery charger known as a Battery Tender would be just the thing to keep the battery up so the car is ready whenever you are. Obviously, Jag did not vent the battery location very well so I wouldn’t recommend charging in the car against Jag’s recommendations.
This is NOT a “Jaguar problem” – it happens frequently will all modern computer-laden cars. When the battery voltage drops you will get random electronic symptoms: warning lights, window, seat, convertible top, SatNav problems, etc. ALL of which are caused by battery issues.
What to do if your Jaguar XKR battery goes flat?
Battery has gone completely flat. Can open the car with the key but not the boot. Guess where battery is – right, in the boot! Any suggestions on how to access/get into boot to recharge the battery please?
Where is the keyhole on a Jaguar XKR?
Another (on the same page) “ON the right side below tail light is the XK8 or R logo. A keyhole is in the left side of the logo to give access to the Trunk (boot in your case)” You only need enough power to work the electrics, to open the boot, not start the car.
Why does my car radio stop working after I Turn Off the battery?
There are a few different reasons for a car radio to stop working after the battery has gone completely dead. The first, and by far most common, is that the radio has an anti-theft “feature” that kicks in whenever battery power is removed.
What causes a Jaguar XK8 battery to lose charge?
Low temperatures significantly reduce battery output, making things worse. Alarm system uses more power than you may think. Having said all that most XK’s do not suffer as yours has.
Why is the roof not open on my 2007 Jaguar XK?
2007 XK. hood was stopped in nearly closed position.I did the reset procedure and closed the hood roof. Now I have a warning “hood not latched” , rear windows are open and no response from open close hood switch.
How does rear window control work on a Jaguar XK8?
Convertible Rear Window Control Modifications (Jaguar XK8/R) Jaguar engineers restricted the raising of the convertible rear quarter windows when the top is down. This document describes a modification to override this restriction and allow a quickpress on the ROOF CLOSE button to raise the windows.
How are rear quarter windows raised in a Jaguar?
Jaguar engineers restricted the raising of the convertible rear quarter windows when the top is down. This document describes a modification to override this restriction and allow a quickpress on the ROOF CLOSE button to raise the windows. This provides for a quieter ride with less wind buffeting.