Jaguar XK8 - Answered Questions & Fixed Issues - Page 9

what is skipping? two quarts is bad get them to let some out your filter is ok

I'm not 100% sure on Jags, but on a domestic vehicle you have to clear the code with a scan tool. You should be able to call any Jaguar service center and get a quick answer.

yes it is known as the (coupe) unless you mean a hard top for the convertable then no up to 2006 after that year ime not shure.

Log on to www.radio-code.com They should be able to help you get the code and get your radio working again, but try 0000 for now and see if that works. Good luck and Keep me posted. Be glad to help

I just bought my 1998 XK8 and it still has the owners manual. It says that there was a code for the radio on a card that was issued with the car when it was purchased. (no card was in the book I recieved) It goes on to say that if you lose the card the only way to get the radio code is to contact a Jag dealer with proof of ownerhsip and they will provide a code.

Hope that helps.

Before you dig too deep into your purse check the oil pressure switch itself.

The timing is determined by the BCM (the Body Control Module) based on sensors that determine the position of the elements of the roof and the windows. If the timing is off then either some of the sensors are sending bad data (or none at all) or the firmware of the BCM is corrupted.
So no, there is no way to do a reset because that possibility simply doesn't exist. You first need to find out what caused the bad timing by testing the sensors and the BCM with a special code reader. Then you need to replace the failed sensors or fix their wiring and finally reload a new firmware in the BCM. This is a job that only a very well equipped repair shop can do (or a dealer) so a visit to one is mandatory.

The valet button is to the right of the steering column and is quite a large button and has the words 'VALET' clearly written on it. I think it allows you to lock valuables in the glove box but allow a Valet or Service engineer to drive the car - they will not be able to get into the glove box. I sdon't have the XK8 owner's handbook, and so I am guessing about the function of the Valet button, but that is what a similar device does on my Merc.

the module is pretty simple to replace it pretty much plug and play....just make sure you unplug the neg battery terminal while installing it...my advice is to find one from ebay and diy....you should be able to get one for under 300 bucks...Good luck with my friend...if I can help you in anyway let me know...

Was the ABS replaced with a new one or was your old ABS module rebuilt?I see issues with rebuilt modules. The modules do not broadcast the vehicle speed signal to the ECM and the Instrument Pack. You need to have another module installed or send back that one and have it repaired.
----------- But if your module is brand new OEM part and still speedo is not working.Then get the speedo sensor checked.The speed sensor also called as VSS( vehicle speed sensor).Its located on transmission.If the speed sensor is faulty or dirty, then speedometer will not work.- ----------- This will help.thanks.Helpmech.

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This problem is often caused by poor solder joints inside the radio on the circuit board that powers the display lights, so the beat hing to do is remove the radio and send it out for repair, that way they can do any upgrades that have come out since the car was built as well. To remove the radio follow these instructions. There are many places that do Jag radios, just google it for specific companies.

To remove the radio:

Remove the ashtray by raising the armrest cover and removing the two screws at the rear of the ashtray. Slide the ashtray back and then lift it out. Be careful of the two front tabs, as you don't want to break them.

Reach below the wood console, where the ashtray front tabs were inserted. Loosen and remove the two wing nuts.

With a small, long flat bladed screwdriver, pry out the leather shifter surround. The leather shifter surround has a center chrome retaining ring, the leather surround, and then finally a black plastic surround. The chrome retaining ring has 3-4 tabs which are locked in below the leather surround. It depends on the year of the Jaguar. Probably the 95 has three, but maybe four. They should be at the front and rear of the trim piece (2 front and 1 back, or 2 front and two back) but I've seen then on the sides. The point is, you have to be careful with the screwdriver and find the tabs. The screwdriver should be slid between the leather and the retainer. Pull upwards on the retainer gently, and as you loosen the tabs, it will come out.

Remove the leather surround. Once the chrome retainer has been removed, it should be easy to work it out of the console.

Loosen the black trim ring gently as it has tabs as well, but they are visible once the leather trim has been removed. Lift it upwards out of the wood trim and pull it to the side out of the way. You don't need to disconnect the wires, just lay the black trim to the side.

Lift the rear of the wood console trim and gently, gently slide it back and up. It will try to hang on the leather console, and can be difficult. Patience is important, as the walnut on the ski slope cracks easy (really easy).

Once the wood console trim (ski slope) is removed, you should have a row of screws up the side of the center control panel, where the radio and AC controls are. There are four to six on each side, depending on what Jaguar used at the time, as the 95 cars mechanically are somewhat of a blend of the XJ40 and the XJ300. Remove these screws, and note any spacers that were behind them. These spacers get lost quickly, and cause the ski slope to sit awkwardly on the console.

The radio will slide forwards once these screws are removed. Remove the radio harness and the antenna lead. As the books say, assembly is reverse of removal

There is a by-pass valve that you turn to manually operate the roof.------- Turn pump valve counter clock wise to place pump in manual mode.The valve is located in right side trunk well. -------- To get more details to operate top, click this link below:--- http://howtobyme.blogspot.com/2011/08/how-to-open-top-manually-for-1999.html ----------This will help.Thanks.Helpmech.

only way your! going to get that is at the dealer and they will want to reset it for you!

please check yoour fuel relay, and fuel pump fuse...You should hear thepump when you turn the ignition on to stage 2.

Sounds like a loose or worn belt that is rubbing on the pully. Pull on the belt and if you can move it more than 1/2 an inch out from the line between the two pulleys, you need to tighten it. If the belt is old, you can try adding some belt dressing but that is a temporary fix.

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The car might be stucked in Valet mode. Use the black key that you have to open the trunk, it overrides the Valet Mode. The key goes in a hole that is between the X and the K on the emblem on the rear of the car.

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Does the system flashes valet mode when you try to release the trunk by pushing the button?

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The fuse for the cig lighter is located in the primary fuse box. Primary junction box is locations on the right side of the instrument panel.

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You did not mention the model and the year of the car. However you can check the passenger compartment fuse panel. It is located behind the cover on the passenger side of the dash.

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Check for ground issues, run temp ground to the area for diagnostic purposes. If the issue resolves repair grounds in this and other similar areas.

jajuar takes regular oil you can use synthetic if you want