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Could be as a simple as a faulty fuel filler cap but you need a code reader plugging in

Hi John, this is quite an uncommon problem and the potential fix is either wonderfully simple, or a world of pain. The fuel filler door is locked in place by a solenoid activated pin that is driven through the hinge pin of the door when locked. The solenoid retracts the pin when the switch is activated by the panel adjacent to your right knee. If the solenoid can be heard clicking, then that is good in that you may be able to "free" it, but if the solenoid is dead, then that's a major strip down. Assuming that you can hear the solenoid clicking when you activate the release button, then with an assistant to work the switch, get yourself a plastic trim tool and try to "jiggle" the door open as the solenoid is activated. The locking pin may be sticking within the hole in the hinge and by jiggling the filler door, it may release and once open, you can investigate and lubricate. Second trick is to try and get a lubricant, such as WD 40 into the area of the pin and again here you need the trim tool to allow the door to be opened towards the rear - remember the hinge is at the forward centreline of the filler door (3 o'clock), so you are aiming the lubrication tube in the direction of 3 o'clock. It may be that you aim across from the 9 o'clock position, or vertically up from the 5 o'clock. Again after that, try jiggling the door while the solenoid is activated by an assistant. If the solenoid is dead, or the above options don't produce the result of allowing the door to open and the pin to be addressed, then the next option is to remove the rear wheel and arch liner to allow you to see the solenoid cabling and possible an emergency release. The link below will take you to another Jaguar Forum post where the fix is detailed. Fuel filler door won't open - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum Good luck N6 JMX

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Hi Andy My guess is one of two possiblbilites. 1) Seat occupancy sensor not reconnected - Simply reconnect to sort it, or 2) Battery not disconnected before starting the job and a transient voltage event scrambled the SRS module when disconnected /reconnected.. In this case it is probably going to need a re-code for the module, or worst case a new module. First thing you need to do is to read the DTC codes (or get them read). Failing that, this (from another forum) may help... "the airbag light should come on for six seconds, then go out and stay out. If there's a fault, the light should come on for six seconds, then go out for two seconds, then flash the appropriate number of flashes for the fault, go off again for two seconds, then repeat the whole sequence five times. Finally the light stays on until the ignition is turned off. Eg; Flash code 16 would be shown as lamp ON for one occurence of 0.5 seconds, then lamp OFF for one second, followed by six occurences of lamp flashing ON/OFF for 0.5 seconds each (1 - 6). here is the list of codes i.e. the number of flashes that are seen, may help point you in the right direction 13 - Crash data memory full 16 - Pass seat weight sensor CAN fault 17 - Pass spatial sensor CAN fault 18 - Pass airbag deactivate lamp circuit fault 19 - Airbag circuit status fault - driver 21 - Airbag circuit status fault - pass 22 - Side Airbag circuit fault - driver 23 - Side Airbag circuit fault - pass 33 - Seat Belt Pretension fault - driver 34 - Seat Belt Pretension fault - pass 42 - Impact sensor circuit fault - front 43 - Impact sensor circuit fault - driver side 44 - Impact sensor circuit fault - pass side 51 - Seat belt switch circuit fault - driver 52 - Seat belt switch circuit fault - pass 53 - Airbag audible warning circuit fault 54 - RCM configuration failure" Please let us know how you get on. Regards John

A fantastic period piece featuring the iconic E-Type Jaguar (well what else are you going to use in a road movie). This fantastic film produced by Pirelli using an e-type (XKE) Jaguar to demonstrate their range of Cinturato Tires. By the time this film was made the Pirelli Cinturato range had already been available for over a decade.Pirelli’s Cinturato range of tires dramatically changed people’s perception of how good tires could be. They improved the handling of cars like an e-type Jaguar, when fitted with these progressive sports car tires. https://www.cinturato.net/tortoise-and-hare.html?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2gKn11c8-xaXDe3CsA4XlIcw6wMfdGqFki-z6VEGXrpr_u8USMJdKjVm8_aem_qOpi8lKqwyFk5IjgbhXVWw

Hi Keith. Propshaft bearing can produce that sort of symptom. You can try greasing rather than going straight for a replacement. These threads may be helpful: https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/x-type-x400-14/info-needed-greasing-prop-drive-shaft-68483/ https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/x-type-x400-14/how-grease-replace-driveshaft-bearing-187890/ Regards John

Hi all anyone know part number for 2015 xf 2.2d x250 fuel cap ,thanks

I have a 2007 S type 2.7 diesel. There is a problem with the ignition system, as at the moment the key will not turn in the lock, and doesn't make the usual recognition sound when you insert key. I don't think the problem is with the key as it still operates the central locking etc. I did have new battery fitted in key, but to no avail. Anyone got any ideas. Thanks.Phil ,

Hi All I have a 2003 x350 (XJ8 4.2 SE). I have a worsening intermittent problem with the steering column locking device either not engaging when the ignition key is removed or, recently, not releasing when the key is inserted. I don't think there is a problem with the keys (the using a different key doesn't fix it) and I don't think its the key transponder reader in the lock as all sorts of other stuff sarts working when the key is inserted and stops when it is removed - such as the driver's seat moving from the easy-access position to the driving position and back again. does anyone have any ideas? Thanks

Hi Phil, I have the sane noise as you from my 2006 XK, it's been there from when i first acquired the car 3 yrs ago. I've kind of got used to the buzzing and never attempted to fix it, but i did find this video on you tube should you be more inclined to have a go fixing it, please let us all know should you have a go at doing it!

I've just joined the forum Purchased 2 day s ago an XF 3.0S Portfolio. 119k on the clock. Engine tuns like a dream. A few issues as expected. I'm getting the air con checked but have issues wirh intermittent cooling operation of the seats. Sometimes a blast of cool air from the seat, sometimes not. I guess it's a separate system from the standard air con unit in the engine bay, or does it work doing this? Any suggestions would be appreciated. Previously owned an XJ6, then an XJ12 then 3 x XJR supercharged. 5 years ago I had an XF 3.0 diesel not the sport which I've just brought. 4 years of driving a company van. Now semi retired and the van has disappeared over the cliff. Not a caravan owner! Also had a nearly new TVR. That was a blast. Rock solid Rover V8 Engine but dodgy electrics and boot fastener!

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My recently acquired 2008 XKR 4.2 convertible needs tyres….2 damaged and 2 too old! Wheels are 20 inch Sentas……looking at tyre comparison sites and Jaguar forums but finding it difficult to separate the proverbial wood from the trees! Current tyres are Dunlop SP Sport Max 285/30/ ZR20 99Y XL rears, and 255/35/R20 97Y XL fronts….all advice gratefully received!

Thank you for your thoughts and good luck going forward.

For me Ian, Saturday is preferable. Obviously i can't speak for the others and i'll go with the consensus.

Hi Peter, Thank you for your reply. I was a bit wrong about diesel going down these pipes 😂 but we live and learn. It makes sense what you’re saying as without this how would the ecu know when to regenerate. I’ll get some new hose. I’ll probably just buy standard rubber hose and slide it inside the outer shield. I’ve ordered a bluetooth ODBII connector so I’ll hopefully be able to read the codes to get a better idea of what going on. Thanks again.

I have had to admit defeat. My restauration became too expensive. Which is a sad blow. However it does mean that I have a few good spare items left if anybody is interested in the following; 4 x wheels newly powder coated, brand new a/c condenser, 6 cd auto changer, unused new space saver sparr wheel. I am selling all together or individually. There are a few other items which I am giving away. 2x rear bumpers, 1 x front bumper, spotlights, bumper brackets and other items.

I think you will find the turn indicator relays and protection are in the Auxiliary Junction Box (AJB) which is located behind the centre section rear passenger seat back. However, there are NO fuses on the X-150, all exterior lights are protected by FET. The following is extracted from the Workshop Manual: CENTRAL JUNCTION BOX AND AUXILIARY JUNCTION BOX: The CJB (central junction box) is an integrated unit located in the passenger compartment LH (left-hand) side on the 'A' pillar. The Auxiliary Junction Box (AJB) is located in a central position, behind the rear seat. CJB (central junction box) Control: The CJB (central junction box) receives inputs from the following switches via the instrument cluster and the medium speed CAN (controller area network) bus: • LH (left-hand) steering column multifunction switch Side lamp position Headlamp position Automatic (AUTO) position Timer delay positions Turn signal indicators Headlamp flash and high beam • Stop lamp switch • Hazard flasher switch • Sunload/Light sensor. The following lamps are controlled by the CJB (central junction box) : • Front side lamps • Front side marker lamps • Headlamps • Cornering lamps • Front fog lamps. AJB Control The following lamps are controlled by the AJB: • Rear fog lamp • Reverse lamp • Stop lamps • High mounted stop lamp • Rear side lamps • Rear side marker lamps • Licence plate lamps • Front and rear turn signal indicators and side repeaters The AJB is also connected via a hardwired connection to the hazard flasher switch. Circuit Protection: The AJB and the CJB (central junction box) provide circuit protection for all exterior lighting circuits. The exterior lighting circuits are protected by Field Effect Transistors (FETs). Operation of the exterior lighting circuits is protected by the FETs which can detect overloads and short circuits. The FETs respond to heat generated by increased current flow caused by a short circuit. On a normal circuit this would cause the fuse to blow. The FETs respond to the heat increase and disconnect the power supply to the affected circuit. When the fault is rectified or the FET has cooled, the FET will reset and operate the circuit normally. If the fault persists the FET will cycle, disconnecting and reconnecting the power supply. The CJB (central junction box) and the AJB store fault codes which can be retrieved using a Jaguar approved diagnostic system. The fault code will identify that there is a fault on a particular output which will assist with fault detection. N6 JMX

Ok, as no one seems to be able to help ref this fault, does anyone know how to remove the master window switch from the door card? I've had the card off but it's not obvious how the switch is removed?

Welcome Dave, I’ve found JOC to be very helpful and friendly do post some photos of you car in the gallery. Kr Ian

I'll be taking my prop up to Dunning and Fairbank in a couple of weeks. Dunning & Fairbank Limited, Cross Green Rise, Cross Green Industrial Estate Leeds, LS9 0SD United Kingdom 0113 2488 788 https://www.dandfltd.co.uk Talk to them on the phone

Hi Barry, the central locking module will likely require to be reprogrammed to accept the new door N6 JMX

Sounds like a great day, to far from me but hope everyone who attends enjoys the day