Jobs On The X Type.. Getting there!

[DAN_V6_SE]

Haha, Cheers Mr D I thought they look quite smart myself. :-) I bet the 3.0L sport models have bigger brakes then have they? If I ever go for one I`ll just nick the alloys off this, though some nice big discs would look good behind them! Stops ok as it is really, it isn't powerful enough to bother with an upgrade. Going to switch my leaper over and give it a good wash and then just keep it nicely maintained, I have my MR2 Turbo for the silly modifications! lol.

[GWJ]

If the MIL is still on there there is a problem somewhere. Bear in mind not all code readers will read all codes, thesee cheapie ones read the engine code (not all) but wont read the ABS codes and other ECU codes. Looks like you may have to get it read by Jag diagnostics to find out what is going on.

 

3.0l do not use bigger brakes, they are all the same size no matter which modle you have. The big brake conversion is using the Ford ASBO brakes off the ST (cant remember the exact model)

[Dell]

DAN_V6_SE

Have a look at this regarding Oil  http://jaguar.telko.ru/Vehicle%20Specification%20(1998-2003%20all%20models).pdf

[DAN_V6_SE]

That's a very helpful link Dell cheers.

[kcey]

code p1000 is a strange code it sort of means the ecu hasn't checked everything but everything is ok ....it mainly appears after a fault with a code eg o2 sensor code has been erased but the system thinks is hasn't been repaired even when it has difficult to get rid of my light is still on after turning it off several times was thinking of disconnecting the battery as per Ford mondeo and hoping it clears the light when running the system as per run in sequence any advice would be welcome here too

[DAN_V6_SE]

Right Oil and filter done, fuel filter done. I found a split pipe (badly split!) one that runs near the air filter box, I just popped off the plastic pipe and replaced with a piece of new hose, the top end is tight anyway but the bottom where it connects to was slightly smaller but i`ve tightened with a jubilee clip.. All seems well no problems and cant hear any air escaping now.. But the engine management light is STILL on..

[DAN_V6_SE]

Can anyone also tell me the part numbers for the intake manifold upper and lower gaskets? I believe these need replacing ideally when the spark plugs are changed? I need to get the spark plugs done it looks a bit of a ballache to be honest I think I might take it in to a garage, I have the spark plugs already.  And also what coolant you guys use? I always had `forlife` in my toyotas. Cheers.

[DAN_V6_SE]

Update on this car...lol.. M.O.T failed! Rotten sills! Handrake dodgy.. But.. Had new sills welded in and a new brake caliper put on and she lives on! Pick it back up tomorrow, another 12 months motoring hopefully hassle free!

[Jaguar Owners Club]

Glad to hear you have given the old girl new life!

Long may you continue to enjoy it   :)

[DAN_V6_SE]

Well, yes I saved her! It`s not in bad nick now.. BUT guess what.. Tomorrow I`m trading her in.. To be replaced with.. ANOTHER X TYPE! Woohoo! I`m travelling from Leicester to Brighton to collect her, a 3litre Sport with factory fitted Sat Nav and all the usual specs/heated seats etc..

 

The SE has been great and really given me the Jag bug, but I`ve been trawling the internet looking for a good X Type Sport with the excact spec I wanted with a manual gearbox and finally one turned up. Same colour as my 2.1litre but 18inch wheels, and of course all wheel drive for the winter. I will update with pics when I have collected her! 55 plate 4 and a half grand which I think is a fair price.Think this one is a keeper!

[Jaguar Owners Club]

Glad to hear you have still got the Jaguar bug and gone for another one!

Hope all goes well and look forward to seeing the pictures when you get it

[DAN_V6_SE]

The trip to Brighton went well! Had 3 and a half hours drive down thinking `this car runs lovely, why am I getting rid of it for another the same shape??` But you know what, when I got there I parked it up the two side by side (which I forgot to take a photograph of!!) went and had a chat with the dealer (Mark of Abbott and Sons in Brighton), saw the history of the car, took it for a test drive and all I can say is... WOW! The difference is AMAZING! My old car had much higher mileage but drove well, but felt a little tired the seats were getting a bit worn etc..

 

This new 3.0litre has full service history, better seats being the sport model, twin exhausts, it goes like a rocket for a naturally aspirated car too. I will make a new thread and post up some pictures for those interested. But I have to say i`m well chuffed!!

[DAN_V6_SE]

BTW FAO Admin.. Any chance I can change my username to DAN_V6_SPORT now instead?lol! Yes I am serious I`m sad I know!!