What are the problems with the Jaguar X308 XJ?
Jaguar X308 XJ: brake pedal and switch 1 Being unable to remove the gear lever from the ‘Park’ position when depressing the brake pedal; 2 The brake lights may illuminate without depressing the brake pedal; and, 3 ‘FAILSAFE’ may be displayed in the message centre and Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P1571 may be stored in the ECM.
Is there a recall on a 1998 Jaguar XJ?
1998 model year Jaguar XJ vehicles with naturally aspirated engines and VINs in the range 819772 to 853935: replace throttle body; and, 1998-99 model year Jaguar XJ vehicles with supercharged engines and VINs in the range 819772 to 878717: replace throttle body.
When did Jaguar X308 XJ timing chain break?
For Jaguar X308 XJ engines produced from 1996 to 2000, the original all-plastic timing chain tensioners or guides were susceptible to stress fractures and could break apart.
Why is my Jaguar X308 making a rattling noise?
Relatedly, Jaguar issued technical bulletin 303-68 in March 2005 for 1998-02 model year Jaguar X308 XJ vehicles with VINs in the range 812256 to F41862. In these vehicles, a rattling noise may be heard from the engine on start-up and at idle due to a failed primary or secondary timing chain tensioner.
Jaguar X308 XJ: brake pedal and switch 1 Being unable to remove the gear lever from the ‘Park’ position when depressing the brake pedal; 2 The brake lights may illuminate without depressing the brake pedal; and, 3 ‘FAILSAFE’ may be displayed in the message centre and Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P1571 may be stored in the ECM.
What kind of transmission does a XJ8 sovereign have?
My XJ8 4.0 Sovereign which has a ZF5 HP 24 gearbox has just had a transmission fluid change at 103K miles so I thought I’d share these notes that I made about the process. The job itself requires the car to be raised and on a level surface.
For Jaguar X308 XJ engines produced from 1996 to 2000, the original all-plastic timing chain tensioners or guides were susceptible to stress fractures and could break apart.
How to change the oil in a Jaguar?
1. Warm fluid to normal operating temperature 30-40 degrees. 2. Remove bottom pan plug and drain fluid from pan. 3. Remove screws and drop off oil pan. 4. Check for swarf in the bottom of the pan and on magnets in bottom of pan. 5. Remove oil filter – usually two retaining screws. 6. Fit oil seal to new filter and lubricate with Vaseline. 7.
Are there any problems with the Jaguar XJ X308?
Problems are usually down to the sensors or corroded or dirty trigger rings and unlike later cars the trigger ring on the X308 is sold as a separate part. In many ways the X308 sits in a neat position between the rust-prone older cars and the surface corrosion which can afflict the later aluminium XJ and they don’t tend to suffer too badly.
My XJ8 4.0 Sovereign which has a ZF5 HP 24 gearbox has just had a transmission fluid change at 103K miles so I thought I’d share these notes that I made about the process. The job itself requires the car to be raised and on a level surface.
How do you remove the front bumper on a Jaguar XJ?
The bumper is held on two bolts. Take out the repeaters of turn indicators, and detachable connectors. Unscrew the two bolts (spun upwards) that secure the amplifier to the body. With the assistant pulls the bumper with the rails in the wings forward (look for wires). Disconnect the electrical connectors (if any).
When did the new Jaguar XJ8 se come out?
In 2002 as the all-new ‘X350’ was on the horizon, what was effectively a run-out model was produced badged as the XJ8 SE, featuring improved specification and in late 2002 the final cars left the line, with the new aluminium-bodied X350 entering production in December.