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#2210 of 2563 Re: The X-type meets doom in '09 [tagman] by xkss Sep 22, 2005 (3:46 pm)
Replying to: tagman (Sep 13, 2005 8:36 pm) Excuse me if I'm coming in on this a little late in the game, but all the talk of the end of the X-type after 2009 makes me wonder what will replace it? Certainly, Jaguar can't have the S-type be the entry point. Mercedes is willing to go as low as the C-class, and BMW has their 3 Series. It just makes sense that Jaguar would offer some sort of entry vehicle. So, if it's not the X-type, what would it be? Anyone know anything about this? Also, isn't it entirely possible that the last model years of the X-type could be a good purchase decision?   Jaguar should drop the X-Type and stick with the aluminum XJ, new aluminum XK, and make an aluminum S-Type. They wanted to make over 200,000 cars, but they are now going to scale back production. Three cars (S-Type, XJ, XK) using one aluminum chassis (XJ) is a great idea. Replies to this message: desertguy (Sep 22, 2005 5:56 pm)
#2211 of 2563 Re: The X-type meets doom in '09 [xkss] by desertguy Sep 22, 2005 (5:56 pm)
Replying to: xkss (Sep 22, 2005 3:46 pm) The Car Connection said that Jaguar had already decided not to use the aluminum body for the SType. Too expensive. (Could be a Bill Ford decision of course)
#2212 of 2563 New Owner by tom213 Sep 22, 2005 (6:45 pm)
Hello all, I'm new here as I just bought my first Jaguar (2006) X-Type last Friday, primarily for my wife's use. I've been a frequent visitor to the Chevy Tahoe site for several years (I drive a 2004 Tahoe Z-71) and will now be checking in over here too.   It's been interesting to listen to the complaints and as I'm sure everyone knows, there is always something to complain about, large and small, no matter what you drive. No one makes a vehicle that doesn't produce a "lemon" or two or three. I can only hope for the best.   Anyway, I do like the our new Jag for the most part. However, after 180 miles, I had to bring it in because the "Check Engine" light came on. The engine began running a little rough as I was coming to a stop. It seemed to clear up in a few seconds but light stayed on. Couldn't tell you what the mechanic said it was (something about a pressure valve that controls air/fuel mixture) but he reset and time will tell if I'll be back.   Also noted after I purchased and got it out on more open highway (test drive was at slow speeds and on very smooth streets) the road noise is a bit more than I expected (Wife had a 2000 Pontiac Grand Am that seemed quieter!). Anyone else notice this?   Last question...I thought 2002 was the first year for the X-Type, but I read something that mentioned 2000 as the first year. Which is correct??   Thanks. Tom S. Replies to this message: desertguy (Sep 23, 2005 4:01 am) tom213 (Sep 23, 2005 5:46 pm)
#2213 of 2563 Re: New Owner [tom213] by desertguy Sep 23, 2005 (4:01 am)
Replying to: tom213 (Sep 22, 2005 6:45 pm) Welcome Tom. I bought our first XType in late 2001 but it was a 2002 model. That was indeed the first year in the USA. However earlier models were produced in Europe. I think the confusion comes when a poster from across the pond posts something about his 2001 SE for instance. Replies to this message: tom213 (Sep 23, 2005 5:46 pm)
#2214 of 2563 Re: New Owner [desertguy] by tom213 Sep 23, 2005 (5:46 pm)
Replying to: desertguy (Sep 23, 2005 4:01 am) desertguy:   Thanks for the info.
#2215 of 2563 jmcmahon's blown engine by tagman Sep 26, 2005 (3:45 pm)
jmacmahon should let the courts decide if he is in the right or not, because if he is in any way wrong, he will find himself in a lot of trouble for his acts against Jaguar and the dealership. Once he knows positively that he is legally in the right by a court decision, then he would reduce his risk. Revenge is a powerful emotion that seems to be driving him right now and he needs to chill out, remain rational, and let the legal process do what needs to be done. His serious need to get revenge is going to spoil his case, unfortunately, and the courts will not be pleased to see the details of his angry revenge towards the dealership and Jaguar. My advice to him: be patient, be persistent, be diligent, be sure to take the high road throughout this process, don't compromise integrity, do not act or appear irrational, and be out for justice, not spiteful revenge. Good Luck. Replies to this message: gshocksv (Sep 27, 2005 4:55 pm)
#2216 of 2563 Re: jmcmahon's blown engine [tagman] by gshocksv Sep 27, 2005 (4:55 pm)
Replying to: tagman (Sep 26, 2005 3:45 pm) Wow, very well said!
#2217 of 2563 Re: [jmcmahon] by oldengineer Sep 30, 2005 (9:09 pm)
Replying to: jmcmahon (Sep 21, 2005 3:29 am) If you've verified that the engine is indeed full of sludge, then I would suggest that you go after the oil change place. This sounds more like an oil related problem. I suspect that they've been doing the service with cheap oil and oil filters. The low quality oil and filters these places use causes problems. I bought a used GM truck that had been serviced religiously every 3K miles by one of the national chains. I just had to replace the engine which failed because there was over a pound of sludge in the engine. Every bearing and the oil pump was worn out in an engine that typically lasts for twice the miles I got out of it. My son, formerly a big proponent of using "whatever's on sale" oil and filters, blew the engine's valve train in his hyundai at 16K . If I have an oil change place service my car, I hand them a big jug of Castrol GTX and a premium oil filter. The internets full of stories about Chrysler V-6's being sludgers. Yet I've run 6 of them to high miles with no sludge at all using premium oil and decent filters. My advice - find out who's oil was used for the changes and file a claim with the manufacturer. In all probability, these are the guys who caused your engine failure and voided your warranty.   Regards: Oldengineer
#2218 of 2563 Tires Question by tom213 Oct 02, 2005 (1:53 pm)
We have have had our 2006 X-Type for 2 weeks now and I have read the Owners Handbook cover to cover and I couldn't find any mention of tire rotation! Also checked the required service items in the Maintenance Schedule and no mention of tire rotation there either!   Every car I've ever owned addressed some sort of a tire rotation schedule; is this something unique to Jaguar? Comments??   Tom Replies to this message: desertguy (Oct 02, 2005 6:40 pm) axiomlover (Oct 04, 2005 11:57 am)
#2219 of 2563 Re: Tires Question [tom213] by desertguy Oct 02, 2005 (6:40 pm)
Replying to: tom213 (Oct 02, 2005 1:53 pm) Tom: Jaguar does not recommend tire rotation on the XType. I did the same as you and finally called the 800# and that is what they told me. Probably something to do with the AWD. Some dealers try to get you to do it anyway to make an extra buck so I hear.

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