Questions & Answers for: Jaguar XJ8 failsafe engine mode

Engine Failsafe mode I just purchased a very nice 2001 XJ8. While driving at highway speed last night the engine cut power to a very low output causing me to make an emergancy turn off the interstate.

Failsafe Engine Mode mean? my manual was stolen Hello! Fail safe mode is when the vehicle's computer detects a serious problem an allows you to "limp" off the road or highway safely. Fail safe mode on

failsafe engine mode light on. reasons why. xj308 v8 1998 My 1999 Jag XJ8 did the same thing when the cruise control was activated (red button by the gear shift), but I wasn't actually using the ...

...engine mode light came on, what's the prolem and how can this be fix??? Its likely a sensor has failed , not allowing you onboard computer to control everything. The failsafe is meant to get you home ...