Why does my Jaguar XJ6 make a ticking noise?
The FM Radio ticking noiseturned out to be a badly corroded coil pack tip. I would recommend pulling the boot off all coil packs to check for corrosion when changing spark plugs. All but one was pristine. The corrosion was so thick on one you could not see the shape of the tip.
Why does my Jaguar XJ6 not start up?
About half of the time, the reason why the Jaguar XJ6 will not start or quits running is because of the two main electrical problems that I described above. The other cause of the XJ6 not starting or quits running is the fuel system. Mostly, it is the fuel pump being killed by rust flakes from the two fuel tanks.
How big should the intake valve be on a Jaguar XJ6?
It is possible to increase the valve size to 1-15/16 inches without changing the size of the spark plug. If you go to a 2 inch intake valve you will have to change to a 10 mm spark plug. You should not go to a 2 inch valve unless you are seriously racing the car.
What causes high idle speed in Jaguar XJ6?
Also check for air leaks in the inlet bellows and be aware that a faulty throttle assembly (throttle not closing fully due to gumming up and/or faulty ISCV (Idle Speed Control Valve) can cause a high idle speed. To reset the ISCV (Idle Speed Control Valve):
What are the problems with the Jaguar XJ6?
The gauges were high quality and craftsmanship Smiths gauges. Wealthy people bought the Jaguar XJ6, knowing that these cars had a reputation for breaking down frequently. You had to be wealthy to buy one new, not just because of the initial purchase price, but also because of the constant costly repairs.
When to replace the crank sensor on a Jaguar XJ6?
The crank position sensor is always one of the first things to suspect should the engine not start – I carry a spare in the boot as they are so often the cause of failure. Several have suggested that they should be a routine replacement at 100,000 miles or ten years whichever comes first. (further information below)
How many volts is the TPS potentiometer on a Jaguar XJ6?
But like much of the software in the world, there are situations that are not anticipated (imagine that) and in very rare instances it screws up. The voltage supplied to the TPS potentiometer is 0 volts and +5 volts The wiper arm of the pot never reaches either of those rails and ends up some place around 5% to 10 % from the mechanical extremes.
When did the Jaguar XJ6 start and run?
I now want to tell everyone how to make the Jaguar XJ6 manufactured from the early 1970s through the early 1980s start and run. I had previously not wanted to tell very many people, so that the price of these cars would continue to stay very low, and I would be able to buy many more of them, hoard them for myself, and save them.