Where is the hydraulic pump on a Jaguar XK8?
The roof hydraulic pump is located in the trunk of your xk8 on top of the CD changer and your audio amplifier. The pump is equipped with the hydraulic reservoir, two solenoids one to operate the roof latch and the other for the roof lift.
What causes oil leak on Jaguar XK roof?
The leak occurs in the seals that ride on the shaft as it goes in and out to raise and lower the top. A quantity of oil is lost during each roof operation. Jaguar XK Hydraulic Upgrade Kit Contents:
Are there any problems with the Jaguar XK8?
During the past six months three early XK8 Jaguar convertibles came into Robison Service with slow convertible top complaints. Two cars were leak free; the third was showing the familiar hydraulic oil drip from the header bar.
Why is my Jaguar XK hydraulic top not working?
If the reservoir level is persistently going down and requires periodic attention, then the cause is probably a leaking lift cylinder. The leak occurs in the seals that ride on the shaft as it goes in and out to raise and lower the top. A quantity of oil is lost during each roof operation. Jaguar XK Hydraulic Upgrade Kit Contents:
Where is the roof pump on a Jaguar XK8?
The pump operates at 1600+/-psi and is bidirectional, meaning the motor turns in one direction for roof up operation and opposite direction for roof down operation, and is located in the trunk on the right side above the CD changer. Each operation is controlled by two relays, one for each direction located in the trunk fuse box.
What kind of hydraulic system does a Jaguar XK8 have?
Hydraulic System Upgrade for 1996-2006 Jaguar XKR/XK8. Hydraulic System Upgrade for your 1996-2006 Jaguar XKR/XK8, excluding pump. Includes Rebuild Service for the set of 3 Hydraulic Cylinders/Rams, and a Full Set of 6 Replacement Hydraulic Lines/Hoses.
What causes a Jaguar XK8 roof to stall?
Roof is stalling when opening and closing. The most common problem is that the hydraulic fluid is low, the petcock is loose or the rams need to be lubricated. Filling pump http://www.jagrepair.com/HydraulicPumpRefill.htm
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.
How to upgrade the convertible top on a Jaguar XK8?
Jaguar XK/XKR Hydraulic Convertible Top Upgrade Instructions Background Information: This upgrade kit is designed for the Jaguar XK8/XKR model years 1996-2005. The automatic convertible top in these model years is operated by a hydraulic system manufactured for Jaguar by the Power Packer company.
The roof hydraulic pump is located in the trunk of your xk8 on top of the CD changer and your audio amplifier. The pump is equipped with the hydraulic reservoir, two solenoids one to operate the roof latch and the other for the roof lift.
During the past six months three early XK8 Jaguar convertibles came into Robison Service with slow convertible top complaints. Two cars were leak free; the third was showing the familiar hydraulic oil drip from the header bar.
Jaguar XK/XKR Hydraulic Convertible Top Upgrade Instructions Background Information: This upgrade kit is designed for the Jaguar XK8/XKR model years 1996-2005. The automatic convertible top in these model years is operated by a hydraulic system manufactured for Jaguar by the Power Packer company.