What does it mean when it says boot is open on car?
An unlatched or open boot may allow exhaust fumes to enter the vehicle, causing drowsiness, which in turn may lead to an accident. Make sure there is sufficient space above and at the rear of the vehicle before operating the boot. Insufficient opening space may result in damage to the vehicle.
Why does my jaguar’s type have restricted performance?
Jaguar s-type restricted performance displayed Its most likely the coils and spark plugs, sometimes caused by oil leaking from the valve cover gasket. The coils deteriorate over time from engine heat and need to be replaced at 90-100k
Why is the Boot open on my Jaguar?
You guessed it – it wasn’t, so popped in to a nearby jaguar dealer who advised me that they have had a technical notice regarding this problem and he explained that the problem was a broken wire located in the rubber boot / pipe that connects the wiring from the car body to the boot lid on the right hand side of the boot.
When did the jaguar’s type come out?
The S-Type was produced at Jaguar’s Castle Bromwich facility in Birmingham, England. The car was styled by Geoff Lawson in 1995 and is based on the Jaguar DEW platform/Ford DEW platform, shared with the Lincoln LS and Ford Thunderbird. It was unveiled at the Birmingham International Motor Show on 20 October 1998, and went on sale in January 1999.
Can a Jaguar S-type thown go on the highway?
Crusing home on the highway going about 70MPH, not accelerating nor coasting, just maintaining speed. The engine basically shut down, and I had to pull onto the shoulder, it was very dangerous and frankly, it freaked me out.
Why is my TPMS not working on my Jaguar?
TPMS sesnsors are defective, an unapproved accessory is interfering with the TPMS or a general fault has been detected in the TPMS. The tyre is significantly under inflated. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, check the tyres and inflate them to the recommended pressure or change wheel.
Why is my wash / wipe not working on my Jaguar?
If wash/wipe is selected when this message is displayed (even if it has been cleared from the message centre), the programmed wipe after washing will not operate. This is to avoid smearing the windscreen if the reservoir is empty. Top up the washer fluid at the earliest opportunity. The fuel filler cap may be loose.
What to do if you get a message on your Jaguar dash?
The air suspension system is too low. Start the engine and wait for the message to clear before driving the vehicle. If the message is displayed while you are driving, restrict your speed until the message is cleared. If the message is persistently shown, inform your Jaguar Dealer. The driver’s and/or one or more passenger doors are open.
How are the warning lights displayed on a Jaguar?
If a warning message is displayed along with a red warning light (highest priority), investigate the fault immediately. If more than one message is active, each is displayed in turn for two seconds in order of priority. Displayed when the brake fluid level is low. Depending on your location, warning light may be displayed in red letters BRAKE.