Why is the battery draining on my 98 GC?
Same problem, but another forum suggested that the key in their 98 GC can be removed one click past the OFF position, in the ACC on position. Sure enough, I checked mine and found the battery drain was due to the key switch being left in ACC and then being removed. The key shouldn’t come out there but it does.
Is there an electrical system for a Jaguar XJ?
Available for most classic Jags, with XJ and XJ-S available soon. The diagrams are laminated in plastic and color coded to match the actual wiring. The supplier is:
How can I tell if my Jeep battery is draining?
Remove the negative cable of your battery, connect the tester to the negative side of the battery and to the negative cable of vehicle. The light will come on if there is a drain somewhere. If there is, remove fuses 1 at a time. Every time you remove a fuse, check the light.
How do you disconnect the electrical system on a Jaguar?
If you need to disconnect one from the fixture at either end, don’t just yank. Insert a tiny screwdriver into the slot along the side of the socket and twist to spread it a little, and the fiber will come out easily. It has a little brass fitting on it with a lip. To put it back, simply press it in until it clicks.
Are there any problems with the Jaguar XJS?
In fact, there are other problems, more generalized than the ones discussed which affect the XJS performance. In this second section we will discuss these general issues and how they can be addressed. Because of the nature of the XJS body, it is prone to rust and rot on and inside various components.
What to do about water leak in Jaguar XJS?
Mild contamination can be rubbed down and painted over with a fresh coat of paint. More serious rust or rote will require that sections be cut off and effectively replaced. Water leaks and oil leaks are popular with these vehicles. Water leaks for example are as a result of blockage within the air conditioning drain.
When did the first Jaguar XJS come out?
It is the pioneer to an iconic Jaguar series that had its debut in September f 1975. Coupled with a V12 engine and powerful transmission, great things were expected of this model.
Where do you find rust on a Jaguar XJS?
The most common places you will find rust or even rot on these models include the lower front wing sections and the front and rear windscreens with occurrence in the rear tail light. In order to solve this rust, rot and residue problem, you will have to determine the extent of contamination or corrosion.