What was the transmission code on my 1997 Jaguar XK8?
My 1997 Jaquar XK8 has the following codes: P1730, P0790, P0715, P1731 and P1722. FYI: It was driving like a dream and the next day would not … read more
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.
What’s the test box on a Jaguar XK8?
Test box used to check the operation of the XK8 roof operation. A modification to give access to the boot. Information on Nikasil and how to identify if you have a Nikasil engine block.
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:
Is there a problem with my 1997 Jaguar XK8?
Having the same problem with 1997XK8- hood latch failure, top is up, but won’t go down and back windows won’t go up…how did you resovle problem? I did not have the same problem as you are having, so I won’t guess how to fix it.
Why do the lights go out on my Jaguar XK?
When I signal for a right turn the console lights go out (except the radio and climate control). When the signal cancels the lights come back on. It seems related to the signal switch. Is this something a home mechanic can handle?
Why does my Jaguar XK have a roof problem?
What happened was it the latch mechanism closed partially before the hood latched in, so he manually pushed the roof latch into the mechanism, then luricated the mechanism quite a bit. But this is the second time that I have a roof problem, so maybe I need the flush the fluid as many people had advised.
Why does my Jaguar XK have a Miss Fire Code?
Since it must have been some some electrical disturbance to affect the radio, I made a lucky guess that it was the same coil (#8) that triggered the miss-fire code. Mine is a XKR and the vents in the hood are a likely suspect for why several coils had rusty discoloration.