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#2761 of 2773 Re: A/C leak repairs [denham] by jaglover2 Jul 01, 2009 (7:31 am)
Replying to: denham (Jun 29, 2009 4:49 am) Thanks for your response. So far the A/C has been working well, so well that the condensate is now coming in to the car. Mechanic has tried to blow out the drain tube thinking that it is blocked, but this did not work. Can anyone say why the water comes into the car and what else can be done? The driver's side and the rear left side gets very wet. I need A/C here in South Florida, especially in the summer months.
#2762 of 2773 xj6 fuel tank by cdputzier Jul 08, 2009 (2:27 pm)
How do i remove the fuel tank? The straps are off, it seems to be binding up front and wont slip back. Any suggestions?
#2763 of 2773 Jaguar 2000 XJ8-L - Chain Tensioner Replacement by als961 Sep 20, 2009 (1:23 pm)
I am the original owner of this Jaguar. It only has 70000 miles and been regularly maintained by the local dealer. Never had any issue until a week ago where upon starting the car I got a very rough start. I brought the car to the dealer and they indicated that there it is related to Tensioner which might be broken and the cost $2700 to have everything checked and replaced. I was very shocked and found this article online: http://www.jagservice.net/jaguar_v8_secondary_tensioners.htm I brought up the issue to the dealer and they tried the local market manager of Jaguar to pay for part/all of it and he refused. Jaguar customer care was not helpful and did not do anything. My extended warranty ran out end of 2006, but could have had everything checked out if it was still under that warranty. As I understand it, this is a known problem and Jaguar is aware of it. They have 3 times changed the tensioner series and the latest is no longer plastic (made out of metal) put on 2005 and above. I would like to write an email or letter to Jaguar's President Gary Temple to complain. Anyone has his email or any other suggestions.    Thanks,    Al   Replies to this message: denham (Sep 21, 2009 4:44 am) als961 (Sep 21, 2009 10:56 am) denham (Sep 21, 2009 12:53 pm)
#2764 of 2773 Re: Jaguar 2000 XJ8-L - Chain Tensioner Replacement [als961] by denham Sep 21, 2009 (4:44 am)
Replying to: als961 (Sep 20, 2009 1:23 pm) Change out these Tensioner that give the problem is no big deal, and yet the dealers make big bucks. You need only remove the valve covers unbolt and lift the cam shaft and the top Tensioner can be replaced. It took me less than three hours to change out both on mine. Good Luck and get back with me! Dennis Replies to this message: als961 (Sep 21, 2009 10:56 am) denham (Sep 21, 2009 12:53 pm)
#2765 of 2773 Re: Jaguar 2000 XJ8-L - Chain Tensioner Replacement [denham] by als961 Sep 21, 2009 (10:56 am)
Replying to: denham (Sep 21, 2009 4:44 am) Dennis,   Thanks for your advice. The dealer told me that it would take around 12 hours since they have to remove so many parts to get to the core. They told me majority of the work is labor, assuming $120/hour, that is about $1500 just for labor. Not sure why the parts would cost and additional $1200. How much are these parts ? He indicated once there you might as well as change all related parts (good or bad) as they will eventually need to be replaced and it would make sense to change them all. This is why I wanted to reach out to someone high up in Jaguar to share the issues. Gary Temple who is the President of Jaguar used to be in charge of Customer Service. I am hoping to get his contact email address and ask for support. Replies to this message: denham (Sep 21, 2009 12:53 pm)
#2766 of 2773 Re: Jaguar 2000 XJ8-L - Chain Tensioner Replacement [als961] by denham Sep 21, 2009 (12:53 pm)
Replying to: als961 (Sep 21, 2009 10:56 am) Yes it will take 12 hours or more if you go into the core and replace all. The top Tensioner is the problem child and why replace good parts that can last for years? I purchased my Tensioner from Jaguar Cleveland PH:440-542-0601 and received via UPS total cost for both $152.17 parts number CA21511 C2A1512 for the new design. When you unbolt the cam shaft, lift the rear and take the chain off the Tensioner and replace. Do not take the chain off the cam shaft. Anyone who has a Jag. XJ8 should replace these with the new design, and they should have been recalled but Ford is now out of the loop.
#2767 of 2773 Re: Advice sought on buying a JAG [christchurch] by jagernut Oct 12, 2009 (2:19 pm)
Replying to: christchurch (Feb 20, 2001 10:54 pm) cc, i drive a xj8, it been a bit quarky but a great. I'd buy it again. The 98 will have more and better technology. The v8 has DOHC. Seems too have a smoother feel. high mileage isn't as important as the maintenance history. Also, you can make minor repairs all day but a beat interior or worn out paint is difficult and expensive to overcome.   YOu should get one-They are an experience to drive!! Good Luck!!
#2768 of 2773 Re: Coolant leak repairs [jaglover2] by jagernut Oct 12, 2009 (2:25 pm)
Replying to: jaglover2 (Jun 28, 2009 3:24 am) Sorry so late-If you have a coolant leak your coolant levels will fall. It may be just a worn or dirty serpintine belt replace that and see if your issue stops, Good luck.
#2769 of 2773 my xj8 valet mode by afrahka Oct 22, 2009 (2:19 am)
Replying to: gxman (Jul 15, 2005 6:20 pm) recently i detailed the inside of my jag i hit the valet mode button now i can't get it out of valet mode.i don't have a remote. is there anyway to manually get out of this mode. i tried pressing the valet mode button over and over again and again. still my trunk won't open and my sunroof will open but does't stay open it closes in about ten seconds. is there anyone out there that can help. thanks.
#2770 of 2773 VALET MODE by afrahka Oct 22, 2009 (2:21 am)
recently i detailed the inside of my jag i hit the valet mode button now i can't get it out of valet mode.i don't have a remote. is there anyway to manually get out of this mode. i tried pressing the valet mode button over and over again and again. still my trunk won't open and my sunroof will open but does't stay open it closes in about ten seconds. is there anyone out there that can help. thanks.

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