What was the coolant level on my 1998 Jaguar XJ8?
I just bought this ’98 Jag XJ8 with about 86,000 miles on it. After about 300 miles of the initial drive, the “Coolant Level Low” indicator came on. I checked the actual coolant level, and it was fine, but I topped it off anyways. After about 25 miles of driving from that point, the indicator came on again.
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.
Why is the low level sensor on my Jaguar not working?
Once the coolant level has dropped, it is also possible that the captive float which actuates the low level sensor may stick in the down position, leaving a warning on even after the cooling system has been refilled.
Why does my Jaguar have a restricted performance error?
What is the Jaguar Restricted Performance error? With the Restricted Performance error message, the car is indicating that the engine management system has gone into a “limp” mode to protect certain systems and components. This changes depending on the system or components being protected.
Why is my coolant level low on my 1998 Jaguar XJ?
It pertains to a condition producing erroneous warning messages at the instrument panel on certain ’98 XJ8s, due to a poor connection at the instrument cluster. This may be helpful if the coolant level sensor tests OK. Need Help? Get FREE Answers from our Technicians at the Jaguar XJ8 Forum.
Where is the coolant sensor on a Jaguar XJ8?
Note these pipes crossover just by the front of the header tank which is concealed under the central trim with just the cap visible. The coolant level sensor is at the bottom of the header tank almost directly under the two pipes. So I’m also a bit of a mechanical beginner. I’ve been getting intermittent coolant low messages.
How to check the coolant level in a Jaguar?
The following procedure assumes that only a minor top-up of the coolant is required – a maximum of 1 quart of coolant. Any causes of major leakage must be repaired before continuing. 1. With the engine cold, remove the pressure cap from the coolant reservoir. Check the pressure cap seal – replace if necessary. Visually check the coolant level.
Once the coolant level has dropped, it is also possible that the captive float which actuates the low level sensor may stick in the down position, leaving a warning on even after the cooling system has been refilled.
Why does my Jaguar have a low warning light?
One person suggested it might be that the Coolant has been topped up with so much water over a period of time that the specific gravity is such that the float in the tank reacts differently than it would with pure Coolant? Nimiq1 can you point me to FB thread please?
What should I do if my coolant level is low?
Action: When investigating a customer complaint of low coolant level warning light remaining on proceed as follows: A. TOPPING-UP THE COOLING SYSTEM. The following procedure assumes that only a minor top-up of the coolant is required – a maximum of 1 quart of coolant. Any causes of major leakage must be repaired before continuing. 1.
I just bought this ’98 Jag XJ8 with about 86,000 miles on it. After about 300 miles of the initial drive, the “Coolant Level Low” indicator came on. I checked the actual coolant level, and it was fine, but I topped it off anyways. After about 25 miles of driving from that point, the indicator came on again.
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.
One person suggested it might be that the Coolant has been topped up with so much water over a period of time that the specific gravity is such that the float in the tank reacts differently than it would with pure Coolant? Nimiq1 can you point me to FB thread please?
Action: When investigating a customer complaint of low coolant level warning light remaining on proceed as follows: A. TOPPING-UP THE COOLING SYSTEM. The following procedure assumes that only a minor top-up of the coolant is required – a maximum of 1 quart of coolant. Any causes of major leakage must be repaired before continuing. 1.