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Hopefully this will help you out; airbag code 16 indicates a passenger seat weight sensor CAN fault. This means there's a communication issue with the sensor that detects if someone is sitting in the passenger seat. The CAN (Controller Area Network) is a communication bus that various modules in the car use to talk to each other, and the fault code suggests a problem with the signal from the passenger seat weight sensor being transmitted over the CAN. Here's a more detailed explanation: Passenger Seat Weight Sensor: This sensor is located under the passenger seat cushion and is designed to detect the weight of a person sitting there. CAN Fault: The CAN bus is a communication network that allows different modules in the car to exchange data. If the passenger seat weight sensor is not communicating properly with the other modules (like the airbag control module) via the CAN, it will trigger code 16. Possible Causes: Faulty weight sensor under the seat. Wiring or connection issues in the passenger seat weight sensor circuit. A problem with the CAN bus itself (less likely). Faulty passenger airbag module.

Or this one is cheaper; https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/236042013477?_trkparms=amclksrc%3DITM%26aid%3D1110006%26algo%3DHOMESPLICE.SIM%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20200818143230%26meid%3D487a759eeb374eee875584124e11feb7%26pid%3D101224%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D5%26sd%3D225298969233%26itm%3D236042013477%26pmt%3D0%26noa%3D1%26pg%3D2332490%26algv%3DDefaultOrganicWebV9BertRefreshRankerWithCassiniEmbRecall%26brand%3DJaguar&_trksid=p2332490.c101224.m-1

Here you go Peter and welcome to the forum. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/225298969233?chn=ps&_ul=GB&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=710-134428-41853-0&mkcid=2&mkscid=101&itemid=225298969233&targetid=2405988029745&device=c&mktype=pla&googleloc=9046279&poi=&campaignid=21690864867&mkgroupid=176192575117&rlsatarget=pla-2405988029745&abcId=10027088&merchantid=113563967&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21690864867&gbraid=0AAAAAD_Lr1dX633FIKor8VsfKb226qQ0N&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIxLKS0sidjgMVx5hQBh21BBhgEAQYBCABEgKRfPD_BwE

This is a common fault on the XK8 and here is a video showing you how to repair it.

Hello and welcome Julian. Try this one; https://britcar.com/product.php/317608/5497/boot___trunk_release_button_gold___ruby___jaguar___xj_1995_to_1997_daimler_variants

Try this;

The noise is mostly likely the aspirator fan behind the dashboard. This picture shows how much dust can accumulate on the sensor part at the grill. Removing the dash surround and thoroughly cleaning and blowing out with air may help.

Here is the front right; https://www.amazon.co.uk/Height-Sensor-C2C2242-Jaguar-Suspension/dp/B0CM4SXSR2

There are places that can repair your existing one, unless it’s too far gone.

Hi Ed, here’s one for sale; https://www.b-parts.com/auto-parts/electrical-and-electronic/instrument-cluster-jaguar-xk-ii-coupe-x150-42-xkr-7w8310849he-2006-2007-2008-2009-2010-2011-2012-2013-2014-15262054

This will help you out and also aid in understanding the system. http://jagrepair.com/HydRoofManualOperationxk8.htm

Hi David, You May have to manually close the roof fully in order to reset the system.

Hi David, The quiescent drain for our cars is 30 milliamperes or 0.03A so not very high at all. This is also easily checked. I would ensure the day before you leave, you allow your CTEK to fully charge the battery. However, it would be worth having the capacity of the battery checked as it may have dropped from lack of use. Lead sulphate begins to form at 12.4v and its these sulphites that strangle the battery.

You’re welcome, Paul. If you intend to remove the battery then always the negative first.

Hi Paul, With your car there is no problem with disconnecting the battery as you don’t have the BMS (battery monitoring system) fitted. I have the icarsoft i930 for mine which is perfect for what I want and it will tell you which sensor is at fault. If you go the icarsoft route then make sure you buy from a reputable source and it is Jaguar specific.

As shown in the video, no specialist tools required to change the sensors. You can always disconnect the battery to be completely safe.

Hi Paul, A code reader will tell you exactly which part of the system is flagging the fault. Usually it will be one of the 2 impact sensors at the front of the car. On your car, both can be changed from the top without having to remove the nose cone. This will help;

Have a look here Andy; https://reluctorrings.com

Unfortunately you do not have a ”service connection” to enable remote movement of the seat and there is no way to manually move them. You will therefore have to remove it and then apply 12v to the motor in order to move it. Assuming of course the motor has not been damaged by the water.

Welcome to the forum Steve, enjoy.😊

Very nice Mike, although a bit too far for a day visit. If I come up with anything else I will email you.🤙

What part of Yorkshire are in?

Yes it does. The most common problem for a drain is the ”alarm chirp sounder”. The internal rechargeable batteries short out over time causing the drain. The other is the little flap in the ignition barrel not closing when the key is removed. The easiest way to deal with the sounder is to simply disconnect it and then see if the battery is still discharging. The ignition switch flap will just need a little graphite grease to lubricate it, if indeed it is stuck open.

Hi Mike, The manual I sent you will have the 4.2 engine wiring in it. The rest of the manual is the same for both.

Welcome to the forum Mathew, enjoy.😊