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Hi Jon Sounds right to me. If the starter is drawing current and fails to start in the normal time, repeated attempts will drop the battery voltage to a point where the computers start hallucinating 🙂 Hope you get it sorted. Johnn

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Hi Dominic, good that you think your imagination is playing a part in your issues, but keep an eye on it. It could be something as simple as a slight air leak on the inlet side, which seals up when the engine warms up. A smoke test might reveal a culprit, but remember to do it with a cold engine. N6 JMX

Thank you very much for the referral to the Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust. I'm going to look into that today.

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Thanks, everybody, for your input. Battery was checked, tested and replaced a couple of years ago - sounds like it's time to check it again! Goes into garage tomorrow - watch this space.

Hi Peter, I believe there is a time out element to the smart key where if it does not have power from the fob battery for a certain period it loses it's programme and that may well have happened to you during the swap over. I believe the programming of the keys for the Modern XK (X150) has to be undertaken by a dealer and of course you need to provide proof positive that you are the owner of the vehicle for which you are trying to reprogram the keys. N6 JMX

Hi James, I would not be too quick to dismiss the dealer as to the extent of the requirements. Many manufacturers took many steps to reduce costs / expand profitability, and not installing parts / capability that wasn't being paid for by the first customer were not installed. In addition to the wiring harness, there would be switch pack amendments, software update and of course the all important motors to fold the mirrors - it's a lot of parts. That said, are you positive your XF does not have folding mirrors, just not switched on? In some vehicles, there is a tab in the vehicle settings menu to make mirrors fold automatically on locking, on others there is a requirement to hold the lock button on the fob for several seconds to make the mirrors fold. And, on some, the mirrors are folded by pressing both adjustment buttons on the door armrest at the same time. Have you experimented? N6 JMX

Looking for a front windscreen heated with no rain sensors, dealers confirmed that was obsolete! is there any one who can shad some light, *Also looking for a spare remote fob please? Much appreciate Nicholas

Hello all... Brand new to the forum..I am the proud owner of a 2012 XF 5.0, a 2011 Lr2 3.6 and a 2018 Discovery Sport 2.0 Turbo gas....All cars have treated me very well but I am currently in the market for a new economical coder reader that that will support all three vehicles well. It will spend most of it life in the trunk as the kids drive the Disco Sport and the LR2...and I have to go to them for maintenance....Any suggestions? Thanks Mike

Hi Jim - many thanks for the response, l’ll go and check out the site, although l really was hoping for someone a tiny bit closer 🙂

Hi, where did you change these lights? did they have to change the electronics too? I have the same problem, I have an F-pace from 20218 but it seems that changing the headlights only was not enough to change the light patern to EU requirements so it failed the MOT for me. I am being told the electronics needs programing. But no-one really knows nor want to take the chance around here to adjust my Jaguar to EU requirements. Hence the question. Thanks!

It will apparently and the values can be kept open like in the picture, although with not being able to source one I might take your advice and remove the silencer boxes

Hi Mike, reverting to the triple gauge dash is quite an involved task. Not impossible, but not for the faint hearted. However, have you considered an upgrade to your in dash Satnav with a modern replacement, which looks completely original, but has a whole host of additional features, including the potential to add a reversing camera? This upgrade is within the capability of a competent home enthusiasts and can generally be completed in a couple of hours. If you would like more information on this option, send me a private message (PM) with your email, via this site, and I will email you full instructions including photo steps. N6 JMX

Always do my friend, it's a must with all cars.

Anyone know where the engine earth strap is on the supercharged 4.2 V8 please ? It's a 2006 model.

Hi Brandi, not sure what you are meaning by a "peripheral" alarm system, Your 2011 XK convertible is already outfitted with a "perimeter" alarm as well as an intrusion sensor alarm. The perimeter alarm works on all openings into the vehicle - doors, bonnet (hood) and boot (trunk). The intrusion sensor works to determine if anything is moving around inside the vehicle - such as a pet. If you drop the hood and then double lock the vehicle by pressing the lock button on the fob twice (x2), the full alarm will be set. Then try reaching into the vehicle to pick up a cap or sweater resting on the rear seat and the alarm will be set off. Refer to your owners handbook for more details - typically around page 27 - 28. N6 JMX

Hi Garry, not sure about the USB in the armrest, but it probably will be disabled. I use that for the iPod connection, so effectively plays through the touchscreen selection screen for the audio. If no touchscreen, then you would not be able to select it. N6 JMX

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I have these and put them in 5 years ago now! Recommended. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/165076815757

Hi Simon, welcome and congrats on your XF! No such thing as a dumb question. Enjoy the ride!

It sounds like the hinge or clip that holds the cover might have broken. You might need a replacement part for the hinge or the cover itself. A dealer or parts shop should be able to help with that

Hi Mack, welcome to the group! Your Jag looks awesome. I haven’t done the exact wheel setup you're considering, but it sounds like a cool idea. Definitely check clearance and make sure the offset and spacers are right to avoid rubbing. Best of luck with the project!

Hi, My 2014 XF drivers door won't lock with the fob. I have to open the window and reach in to lock it and then hold the lock button to raise the window. The door unlocks because of the keyless entry. Does anyone know of somewhere near ST7 postcode (Cheshire/Staffs border) that could change it and a rough price? Many thanks, Paul

Can someone please tell me the procedure to relearn the idle on my 2007S type 3.0