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  1. They all look great, but for me after looking at nine I settled on Italian Racing Red. Ticks my boxes, but if honest would happily drive any colour.
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  2. Italian racing red 😀
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  3. Hi all, Wanted to introuduce myself as a first time Jaguar owner. Mostly BMWs but this time round a Jaguar XF seemed the obvious choice. I've attached a picture. Very happy so far (25t r sport with a few extras) but do have a slight niggle I hope others on this forum can help me with. This is my post: Thanks and I look forward to my time on this forum
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  4. Happy New Year to all and lets hope 2024 is a good one 🙂
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  5. Happy New and Peaceful New Year to Everyone. Best Wishes and Regards, John
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  6. The XF is going and for my Birthday and start of retirement I had decided to go for something less flamboyant and lower performance as a nice little runaround.... NOT 😉 And here she is:- Deposit paid and due for arrival mid December. She has just about every bell and whistle on board as well 😉 For those who have less than perfect sight, the red text to the left of the "R" badge on the boot lid is:- 5...7...5 🙂
    4 points
  7. I know that many things here won't apply in SoCal...but the smell of Jaguar is always sweet, even in the midst of troubles. It's not a matter of if you love it. It is a matter of what would you do without it! For me a 1999 XJR about 10 years ago and a one owner 2003 XJR (X308) now. So as owner number two I have to try harder. I have seen the assistance here and hope perhaps I may one day have something to offer also.
    4 points
  8. Several members of this forum are aware of my present situation and have been asked to keep it to themselves, however, I feel that I should perhaps update anybody who is concerned. We are currently having to deal with the very real possibility that my Wife's breast cancer has returned. In addition, I have just been allowed home following somewhat major surgery. Apologies if these things got in the way of the standard of service some VERY new members appear to expect from me. OTH kindly took the trouble to hint that sometimes people are not available, thanks BTW Frank, but clearly that cut no ice with certain new members whose enthusiasm for the forum as a whole, is clearly evidenced by your singular lack of any input other than to harrangue me. As far as PMs go, one unanswered should have been sufficient. I did not need the follow up. Those who use this forum on a regular basis will be aware that I tend to try assisting where possible as fully as possible and as fast as possible, even as far as hosting people and their cars at my house free of charge and usually with lunch thrown in. I will, of course, endeavour to continue to do so as time and circumstance permit. As to the answer to certain questions of a technical nature? Well, I am still perfectly willing to assist those I can but for some reason I appear to become flustered when pressured / harangued,becoming unable to recall the required detail, unfortunately. However, I am by no means the only forum member with experience of the electronic functions of the S-Type and I fel sure they will be able to assist, approached in a reasonable manner. Please be aware that, although I am, for the moment at least, a moderator on this forum, my comments above are my own personal views and do not reflect the views of the forum admin. Therefore those who might feel offended by my candour should, if required, raise it with the admin. Finally, to all of those who have wished us well and offered support I would like to thank you sincerely on behalf of us both 🙂 Nil carborundum illigitimum.
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  9. If I was a religious individual I'd be on my knees saying thank you. We've now had confirmation that Marion's breast cancer has not in fact returned. We both send thanks to those who wished us well recently 🙂
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  10. A Very HAPPY CHRISTMAS to EACH and EVRERYONE I wish you everything that you would wish for yourselves. John
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  12. I live in Toronto Ontario Canada 🇨🇦 I have a 2010 XF premium luxury v8 5.0 n/a currently in winter storage. cheers
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  13. Welcome Tommy, I’ve had my first Jaguar nearly 2 months and love it. Everyone in the JOC have been very helpful. Enjoy you car, all the best Ian
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  14. Hello from North Somerset. I have just bought (and fell in love with) a 2009 2.2 X Type. I’m looking forward to browsing the forums and hopefully being able to sort out the few very minor niggles with what I’m sure is going to be a great car. I would also be very interested in any meets that may be in my area.
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  15. I’m from a village near Swaffham, Norfolk
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  16. Hi Ian she looks fantastic -Wishing you happy motoring
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  17. Hi all! I bought my first ever Jag today after dreaming of owning one since I was a kid. I bought a very tidy 2006 2.2l diesel X Type that has done 72k miles with full service history! Very excited to be apart of this community!
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  18. Well.....it's fixed!! After a lengthy fuse pulling exercise and replacing back.....the XF has sorted itself. Still baffled which fuse it was because it showed no obvious spiking. However, ever since for the last 2-3 weeks it is working perfectly. Can only suspect dodgy loose fuse or connection. Still not a complete answer, but thought I'd let you guys know that if you have the same trouble, this worked a treat for me.
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  19. Just like to say hello from North Lincolnshire. I've recently become an owner of a beautiful 2015 Jaguar Xf. It's a car that I've coveted since their introduction and have now realised an ambition of owning one. Thanks for accepting my request to join the forum, I'm looking forward to learning lots from you very knowledgeable guys.
    3 points
  20. Just replaced the wheels on my XJ with 'Bionics' from an F-Pace, got the idea from another owner & really love the outcome 🙂 I've kept the original Callisto 20" rims too just in case I decide to swap back.
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  21. Here's my car, photo taken at the showroom where I bought it in Boroughbridge
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  22. Hi Jon ,sorry to hear about your car hopefully the repairs go smoothly and you get the car back soon ,as for the Mot you are legally allowed to drive a car with an expired mot to a pre booked test station for its test ,regards Dan
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  23. Today I was shown around a friend's new car, of which he was justly proud, a VW Polo 6. So enthusiastic was he that he insisted I go for a ride with him to see how it performed. Some way down the A449, we came upon a Jaguar in the inside lane and he said with relish "Let's burn this thing off the road... " I said "It's a Jaguar" his reply "Those jags are overrated" I didn't bother to enquire as to the performance of his VW. In the event, nothing came of it as we hurtled past the Jaguar without any sign of it wishing to take part in a race. I noticed the jaguar had a label on the boot. It was XJR575. I can't help thinking that my young friend was just a tad optimistic ')
    3 points
  24. Hi Andrew, I like Meguiars gold class easy on and off ,good reflection & protection & good bead in rain ,Dan
    3 points
  25. Lenses crystal clear thank you. The lenses were milky when I bought the car so it was one of the first jobs to do. Followed by an Ebay kit to give me DRL lights hidden in the front indicators. Realistically, I don't see the beam pattern throwing any further; things on the road and verge are just much better lit. For some illogical reason I couldn't stick the mixture of LED and halogen main beam lighting so treated the car to main beam LEDs. It feels spectacular now.
    3 points
  26. Hi Mark, Thank you. Since posting I recently had one of my cars paint and interior detailed, wheels refurbed and coating added. It looks great. I do try my self to keep them looking presentable but the XJ I only bought last year really need a lot of time spent on it, which I have not had. I am really pleased with the results. Best Regards, Julie.
    3 points
  27. I had a 2009 auto diesel estate. Bought with 90k miles on it sold with 140k on it. very few problems but like all cars you need to look after it. always use premium fuel, change oil and filter at approx 9k and take it for a good run about once a month. find a good independent garage that has a good reputation. I had to part with it due to health issues and having to surrender my licence, cheers Rod
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  28. I would say if it fits your criteria for your next car then yes. They always seem to get good reviews, even from those reviewers that are somewhat scathing about British cars. All depends exactly what you want but you shouldn't go too far wrong. 😉 😄
    3 points
  29. I feel that I have been lucky with my ownership of a 2.7 S Type 2007 auto since 2009 when it was 2 years old. My visits to this forum for advice re car troubles has become more regular over the last 3 years and I have now arrived at the junction where a decision has to be made. I have spent over £1200 on my S Type 2.7 over the last 2 years and have MOT advisories for next year that would mean a few hundred more. It is time to part company. I simply don't like the XF or XE as much as the S Type and as it was the looks and driveability of my S Type that brought me to Jaguar in the first place, I have therefore reluctantly decided to move away from Jaguar altogether for my next vehicle. I am very thankful to all members who have contributed towards my online ramblings whilst trying to keep my S Type running. The membership of this club has been very helpful. These forums almost always have the answer if you search long enough. I wish everyone continued good motoring
    3 points
  30. SOLD 2005 (Facelift model) JAGUAR S-Type SPORT. 2.5 V6 Petrol. First Registered: 09.09.2025. Purchased this extremely good looking and well presented car April 2021 at 60,00 miles. It has now completed 67,000 miles. Since my ownership it has been service annually (approx. 4000 miles per year.) On purchase the car was supplied with a good service history record, was re MOT`d, at my request and was subjected to Gear box Service (Oil and Filter) and NEW 95 Amp/Hr Battery fitted. Is fitted with CTEK monitor and quick plug in adapter in the boot area, (this saves having to connect each time to the battery see photos) . The car is now on a personal registration plate, which will be sold with the car. The model, being a Champagne Metallic Colour (Paint Code MDZ) and a SPORT model, is a somewhat rare car. SPORT model defines that there is no wood veneer on the interior and is fitted with Carbon Fibre type finish panels, along with Two Tone Grey Leather seating and panelling. I would not attempt to suggest that the car is “Pristine”, but it is however in extremely good, eye catching condition, with a few very small blemishes form stone chips etc, etc. These are not distracting from the overall condition and presentation of the car. The car drives and rides beautifully smooth and everything of original fitment to the car works as it should do. All Electric Windows, Navigation, CD and Six Stack Player, Air Conditioning, Stereo Radio, Alloy Wheels etc., etc. All original Jaguar Documentation is with the car. There is a fully detailed (and invoices) service/repair history supplied which has been collated by myself, since owning the car. Details listed below: April 2021 Car Purchased with new MOT and Gearbox Service (requested by myself as part of the deal) 08.05.2021. Changed to Personal Registration Number. 14.07.2021. Full Service @ 61847 mls, including: Bosch Fuel Filter, Bosch Air Filter, Bosch Oil Filter. Platinum 5W40 Engine Oil. At same service (due to misfire on Cylinder 3) Inlet Manifold was removed, six New Jaguar Manifold Gaskets replaced six New Ignition Coils fitted, six New NGK Platinum Spark Plugs fitted. All undertaken as per invoice No: 18986 £429.20 18.09.2021. 62878 mls. Upstream and Downstream lambda Sensors replaced Bank 1. (Denso OE Parts) 04.10.2021. 62994 mls. Actuator on Fuel Filler Door replaced due to it breaking. 06.11.2021. 63741 mls. 2x New Dipped Beam Bulbs replaced. Ring Xenon 200 HF. 13.11.2021. 63832 mls. New Catalytic Convertor Fitted (Code P0420). 31.12.2021. 64434 mls. New Windscreen Wiper Blades fitted. 04.03.2022. 65038 mls. Hydraulic Brake Fluid Tested (Good condition, under 1%) 30.03.2022. 65247 mls. MOT and Oil/Filter change. (3,400 mls since last oil change). All wheels removed for inspection of disks and pads (all reported as good). Plastic covers on sills removed for inspection. N/S sill had minor rust hole forming. (Sill replaced as detailed further on.). O/S sill reported as needing replacing soon. 13.04.2022. 65282 mls. Two New Front Tyres fitted and Steering Geometry reset. Pirelli Zero GT 245/40 ZR 18 97Y. 09.05.2022. 65789 mls. Removed plastic sill covers, N/S sill welded small hole, O/S sill removed and New Sill weld fitted. Everything under car was rust treated, painted and undersealed. Whole underside of car was Re-undersealed with HM Kurust Tetroseal Wax Rustproof Black £639.92p. 01.10.2022. 67000 mls. New Rear O/S Wheel Speed Sensor fitted. Invoices on vehicle file for all of above listed jobs undertaken whilst car in my ownership. Many references/submissions on this car exist on this Forum. Genuine reasons for having to unfortunately part with this very well cared for and appreciated car. PRICE: £4000 or near offer considered. Vehicle is currently SORN`d and is not insured (at 27.09.2022) IF ANY QUESTIONS, QUERIES, OFFERS, etc., etc., PLEASE CONTACT ME ON THIS FORUM VIA PRIVATE MESSAGING. Thank You and Regards.
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  31. Hi everyone. I'm here with a view to selling my father's XF. He's 87 and his Jag has mainly sat in his garage for the last 12 years. He was happy just owning it for the most part! He's now deaf as a post and never drives it at all, so I'm selling it on his behalf. It is, as you would expect, absolutely immaculate. Anyone who may be interested, feel free to email me initially. bill_woodhead@hotmail.com.
    3 points
  32. Here you can see the system before installation and once fitted to the car. It's very difficult for me to get in position to take the photo so this is as close as I could get. I doubt that anybody not conversant with our cars could tell that it isn't OEM. The camera itself works well with all the usual functions and is controlled via an app on your phone.
    3 points
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  34. I had similar issue on my 2017 F-Pace last week, dealer got me 80% from JLR. I called them and argued then demanded to speak to a manager and he came back and said they will pay 100%, the diagnostic was also covered in this. I quoted consumer rights act of 2015, sold faulty goods and told them they have 1 opportunity to repair or replace and must do so without cost to me, in a reasonable time-frame and with out causing un-necessary inconvenience. They offered a hire car if the dealer did not have a loan car. I should get my car back next tues with brand new turbo, engine and DPF fitted.
    3 points
  35. Thanks for the welcome all! The XK is already up on the sales area… and here are some photos of the other ones I’ve got out and looking to start advertising soon. I’ll take some more photos of the others when I’m at my dad’s next. Thanks again
    3 points
  36. Roger Even with a new battery, which is good news that the seller replaced it, you should still consider buying a CTEK to keep the battery in good condition. Jaguars are notorious for battery drain. Best Wishes, John
    3 points
  37. I averaged about 29.4 miles per US gallon of Premium Fuel from North Plains, Oregon to TIjuana BCN, MX. This was 98% freeway driving and I enjoyed most of my time behind the wheel. Happy spring everyone!
    3 points
  38. Thanks, John! Actually, the battery is disconnected, so that method does not work either. :(. I was able to remove the side pillars in the rear seat, and the bottom bolts from the rear seat, and using an extension tool then disengage one of the seats to fold forward. This allowed be to reach the manual boot hood release (escape) latch located at the back of the compartment on the boot lid itself.
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  39. Hi Donald and welcome to the club. You could get one from eBay. There are several. I have a Leaper that was put one using an adhesive attached to it. You don't need a template as far as I know but placing it needs to be correct. Just have a look at my s Type 07 pate.As you can see is positioned with he head of the leaper on the end of the bonnet. Regards, Peter.
    3 points
  40. I have been researching into the question, "Can vehicles (cars) still pass an MOT Test if their original Halogen Headlights have been upgraded to either HID or LED Bulbs. There seems to be an awful amount of opinion and conjecture on this subject. BUT, as best as I can find in a legal stance, it appears to be that any originally fitted halogen lit headlamp car first registered after 1st of April 1986, would still fail an MOT. As per Special Notice 01:21headlampt conversion. Below are links to : GOV.UK MOT Special Notice 01:21, which attempts to clarify the situation. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/special-notice-01-21-headlamp-conversions/mot-special-notice-01-21-headlamp-conversions A long article by well known bulb supplier ABD , which seems a very comprehensive explanation of the situation. https://www.autobulbsdirect.co.uk/blog/the-brightest-car-light-bulbs/ Personally I am NOT (and would not) suggesting that they should not be fitted (as that is a right of choice for every individual). However I do have an opinion that the offence is not in using them (as this would be very difficult to establish direct evidence at the roadside) but that the problem will occur when an MOT Tester finds these type of bulbs (again depends on how strict the examination is ). One thing I am sure of however, is that being the owner/user of a Jaguar S Type, it is not going to be easy for an MOT examiner to identify what actual type of bulb is being used by sighting (direct evidence) the bulb without time consuming (due to not easy access) removal of the backing to the headlamp unit. This submission does not take any account of matters such as dazzle to other road users etc., which of course is altogether another discussion. This legality (or not), is in my opinion, up to each and every individual to make their own decision. I have just attempted to provide some information which can be read and digested before making your own decision. Best Wishes and Regards, John
    3 points
  41. Dare say the oil companies are also saying 'cheers Putin' as they look to raise prices by more than needed and see their profits rise.
    3 points
  42. Posting in the hope this helps others with what seems to be a fairly common fault. 2013 XF Sportbrake.... My hazard lights were turning themselves on randomly. Initially, I was able to pull over, switch off and turn them off using the dashboard switch but it developed into a fault where they would remain on despite trying to use the switch to turn them off. The only thing left for me to do was to disconnect the battery and leave it. They ususally remained off for a few minutes when I reconnected the battery again but would inevitably come on a gain at some stage of my journey. I had recently had the rear fusebox replaced as a result of historic water ingress causing some connection errors, so I knew it wasn't that. A visit to Preston Jag Centre (Recommended for Lancashire dwellers) was again required and after just an hour of investigation they were able to identify the fault to be a mysteriously damaged wiring connector in the offside 'D' Post. Apparently it was a tricky job to get their hand up into the wiring loom which ran up into the roof lining after removing the inner trim, but it now seems to have done the trick and I'm back in love with my Jag.
    3 points
  43. Hello everyone. After selling my Grey facelift XFS Premium four years ago, I have to admit I have missed it big time. So when the opportunity came up I jumped on buying this 15 plate Italian Racing Red XFS, with Cranberry leather interior and stitching. I love it and hope to keep it forever, or at least until the running costs put me in Chapter11. Loving rear seats that drop down and the Meridian Sounds. Hope you like.
    3 points
  44. 20211125_095952.mp4 Polaris white with black kit I find most acceptable...
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  45. Welcome aboard Paul, similar colour to my S Type (obviously older than yours) but you must be proud to achieve your ambition. They're a knowledgeable lot on here, unlike many other prestige car forums the usual advice isn't "take it to your dealer", proper practial helpful advice is given that can often fix problems without (expensive) dealer intervention. Enjoy your Jag! 😉 😄
    2 points
  46. So this post is aimed at trying to get you all on the straight and narrow road to fix your DPF issues once and for all. This is not a call for help because I have cured the problem myself. I will try to compress the last 9months experience into quick readable piece of information which you should all take on board now or keep for the future when the dreaded ‘RP’ makes an appearance. I must also state my car is a Jaguar S-Type 2.7D 2007 SE with 77K on the clock. Having been through the mill reading more stuff about DPFs and the reasons the ‘Restricted Performance’ light is lit and the so called cures for this ailment – some of which you will realise are a total waste of your time and most of all – your hard earned money… Right – Are you sitting comfortably – Then I shall begin… (Showing my age there) In August 2021 I decided to buy my second S-Type as it had less than a third of the mileage of my original car which I’d owned for 8years – Hind sight – I wish I had kept my old girl –sometimes the grass is most definitely not greener! I did all the things guys do when they buy a new car – Oil & Filter Change - upgrade the HiFi – Thoroughly clean the Leather – Polish the paintwork – check as much as possible under the bonnet – check all the pads – replace the Air Filter – Fuel Filter – Wipers – Millers to the Diesel etc.,etc. The car performed great for the first 2 months… but then the dreaded ‘Restricted Performance’ came up. Having had some experience with the previous 2.7D Sport, I was well aware of what was required or at least I thought I was. This is the opening of the worm hole that leads most of us on the infamous ‘Bum Steer’ that can lead to so much despair. You see if you actually take a step back and consider what you think or have been told to do by some of the many many posts you have read, you will NOT enter! The previous car that had nearly EVERTHING replaced that leads to the ‘RP’ scenario – Turbos - EGRS – MAF Sensors – MAP sensor – Smoke Test to Inlet Manifolds – Throttle Body Cleaned – Timing Belt – Water Pump etc., you just carried on as normal and the light would go off after your next jaunt up the motorway – all good. Some of that in part due to the excellent previous owners servicing. This car however decided it was not going to play the game – and ‘RP’ was here to stay. It would come on as soon as I left the driveway. This baffled me to start with as it does not come on when parked, I assume it interacts with the ECM and ABS sensor, anyway – not important. First – Several 30min runs on the motorway above 2000rpm and the light would go out for a day or two – then make a return like a long lost friend. Not long after the ‘RP’ would bring one his mates to the party - the RED light also came up. OK digging deeper – Checked intercooler Pipe but it was like new so must have been replaced previously. Checked both rubber / silicone pipes from the DPF to the Differential Pressure Sensor, both like new – Checked the Inlet manifolds for leaks – all good. Checked the differential Pressure switch by removing the larger bore Rear Pipe which is the front of the DPF – short drive and the warning lights are off and stay off for some distance which means the DPF is blocked and needs cleaning. Time for cleaning – lots of ‘On Car’ DPF cleaning companies out there – “no need to dismantle your exhaust – we will clean it on your driveway or at work”… Great stuff…£150.00 They came – they supposedly cleaned it and ran the car at 2500RPM while parked and with what looks like a modified garden spray green fly killer lance injected their cleaning fluid into the system somewhere – I have no idea where to this day? “Look” he said “the exhausts are blowing much better out the back than before”. Yes I said like an idiot as I have never seen the exhausts running at 2500rpm as I am usually in the driver’s seat! (Insert emoji with surprised look & no mouth). An accompanied drive with the guy and his computer attached we went for a jaunt up the motorway and all was good for the usual mile or two then the light came on again. He said “it’s your differential sensor, it will be faulty and needs to be replaced. OK next day – off to JAG and purchased the replacement £95.00 – Fitted on the way home and light came on – the friend you wish you had never met. More blasts up the motorway – nothing. Purchased an Icarsoft scanner tool £150.00 and checked the fault codes. Everything the posts tell you and more – my Sat Nav voice guidance was missing something – again not important! Anyway stick to the story, ‘Differential Pressure sensor High’ etc etc… Time for a forced Regen via the tool. Wow it actually worked and the tool told you how much was left in the DPF, Happy days. 3 Days later ‘RP’ was back with his mate Mr Red. Time for a dramatic move – replace the DPF – there are a couple of companies in the UK who make these things and all with good reviews so let’s get this sorted once and for all I thought and start with a new datum. DPF Plus new pressure sensor feed pipes £200.00 approx., from CATSRU or DPFtoU or some such company, much cheaper than JAG. I fitted it and cleared the faults & carried out the install/register of new DPF on the scan tool. 0.0G and pressure sensor correct. Got another Oil & filter change done £120.00 as we all know that’s important. The only big downside was I was not able to park the car on the drive way as it’s quite a camber up the pavement to our drive and the new DPF sits about 50mm lower than the original and with four people in the car over sleeping policemen - it scrapes so it had to be parked on the street- sad face emoji! System all good for what I remember to be 6 weeks then guess who came back to make an appearance? You’re ahead of me - I can tell and you’re right of course... ‘RP’ and Mr Red. I was shocked I can tell you. What to do now? Go deep as it must be something upstream creating all this soot to block a Brand New DPF? Checked the turbo actuators, Swirl Valve Actuators, EGRs are clean and cycling perfectly, Connecting Pipes, Cleaned All MAF & Map sensors, rechecked Inlet Manifolds, Cleaned throttle body though it wasn’t really dirty, checked wiring to DPF sensor. Off up the motorway and managed a regen and lights out for a couple of days before they came back. I was now very worried that the rings are badly worn or injectors are faulty – or – or? My fear was I would suffer the Diesel Engine Runaway death and that would be the end… You know when you sleep on things and you get that lightbulb moment, well that’s what happened. I still had the original JAG DPF and I was going to get it cleaned properly without cutting it open or hitting it with a pressure washer or removing the core. I researched it carefully and found a company in Manchester who clean the DPF off car / lorry in a purpose made high pressure system using specialised chemicals. £125.00. Exciting – I know – I could hardly contain myself. I dropped it off and collected the next day and was given a printout of the exhaust performance in the specialised machine. In short the machine produced a before and after result so you understand how good the clean result is. The guy (sorry don’t remember his name) showed me the machine and demonstrated the air pressure test, the air hose is about 50mm diameter and showed a reading to atmosphere of 1.19 (unsure of units used sorry). The air was seriously blowing from the flexible hose and he then tried to cover the end with his hand and could only get it to about 1.4. Pre clean the Air pressure system reported back 1.70 – that was one of the worst he had ever seen he was surprised the car ran at all. After Cleaning it read 1.19 so definitely clean. Had the cleaned original exhaust fitted back to the car £95.00. Reset the ECM with the scan to for the now Like New DPF and cleared all fault codes then had another Oil & Filter Change £110.00. A point to note here also is they clean the rubbish from the DPF out from the input side which is absolutely logical. Also if you take a minute to think about it all the ash will just accumulate and needs to leave from the way it came in. there is no longevity in On The Car cleaning – Ever. That was December 2021 – car has been running like a dream since the ‘RP’ & his mate MR Red are dead, RIP. Better than that, on a god run the average MPG just climbs and climbs. A recent trip to York I was nearly at 40mpg which is brilliant. It also turned out the car was sort of running with a blocked DPF as it had blown one of the flex joints before the CAT which was another £300 to have it replaced due to broken stud on the turbo connection. Epilogue: “If your diesel car is showing the ‘RP’ Light and she has done over 70K – Do Not get the ‘On The Car’ cleaning people to work on it, you are just kicking the can down the street. They cannot clean it properly and the light will return. A proper Off Car cleaning machine (not a Karcher pressure washer) will wash the soot out from the end it came in and remove all the ash. This is the gospel according to me and I wish I could have found this information from the beginning and saved… how much!!! £1295.00!! OUCH!!! Yes – that’s what this exercise cost me but still have the scanner tool which has helped me cure the Sat Nav issue which turned out to be a closing loop for the optical network £5.00 Ebay. So if you have money to burn, off you go, you crack on - but believe me if it’s blocked it’s blocked – the end. Get it to a professional company who remove it and flush it properly. There are many reasons the genuine JAGUAR DPF is so expensive, the build quality is far superior, the body of the DPF is much bigger than the aftermarket unit that frankly looks like a baked bean can compared to the size of the original - ergo surface area is less thus less capacity. The materials are inferior and it hangs too low. I also have noticed that the aftermarket one is rusting up nicely in my yard like some kind of Angel of the North statue which also tells me the grade of stainless is rubbish. The original one did not rust off the car while I spent ‘Loads of Dosh’. I can also park the car back on the drive and I now have that smug Jaaaaag face when washing my car and polishing my leaper. Nice. I hope you enjoyed this journey and that it was worth getting to the end like any good read and armed with this knowledge you go forth and make the right decision and save yourselves a huge amount of the folding stuff.
    2 points
  47. And the same from me! I have followed the rules and My S Type is feeling very lonely and the CTek charger is in regular use Peter.
    2 points
  48. I got my Leaper off Ebay A genuine part in excellent condition , looks great on my Black x type , The 3M Adhesive seems to do the job perfectly, time will tell I guess. Got it for only £ 17.50 + UK postage , So a bargain , Didnt want to drill through the Bonnett as thats a potential rust trap BAZZER RN
    2 points
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