Why do I keep losing coolant on my Jaguar?
Also then found that the water pump was damaged and the thermostat housing was cracked, both losing coolant. One these were both replaced and the coolant could settle after the initial refilling, this has been fine ever since. It can also be a bit of a pain to bleed the system properly.
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?
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 to check the coolant level on a Jaguar XJ?
Visually check the coolant level. If low, continue with the procedure below. 2. If the coolant level is below the bottom of the filler neck, top up with Jaguar Antifreeze D542 (diluted 50:50 with clean water) until the coolant rises to the bottom of the filler neck. 3. Start the engine and allow it to run at idling speed.
Also then found that the water pump was damaged and the thermostat housing was cracked, both losing coolant. One these were both replaced and the coolant could settle after the initial refilling, this has been fine ever since. It can also be a bit of a pain to bleed the system properly.
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?
When to pull off the road in a Jaguar?
Pull off the road when safe to do so and allow the engine to cool. When cool, top up with coolant if required. This will be displayed when the vehicle has possible loss of power or driveability. Displayed when the engine has defaulted to limp home mode. The air suspension system is too low.