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Hi Karl, what you are looking for is quite specialised and, whilst I have never used this firm, they appear to be the choice closest to you in Cheshire. Website link is: Auto Trim, Car Interiors, Vehicle Upholstery I believe they are in Hoylake. N6 JMX

Hi Karl, that is strange. Have you managed to get a code reader to see if there are any stored codes held in the "brain"? Incidentally, when you disconnect the battery, touch the negative cable to the positive terminal / cable which will discharge any residual capacitance in the system. I can't understand why the multiple disconnect and reconnect of the battery ultimately encourages it to start. In terms of the not starting, even a modern car only needs 3 things to start, air, fuel and a spark. Assuming you have a decent spark as you indicate it runs okay once started, it might be time to look at the fuel supply. Additionally, air leaks on the inlet side can create a problem - try a smoke test to see if there are any leaks. Good luck. N6 JMX

Hi Karl, your battery is a key element of your Modern XK and its ability to start the car (or not as in your case) is no longer a pointer to whether the battery is fit for further service. All modern cars, especially Jaguars, need the battery to be in top condition to allow the multitude of electronics onboard to function correctly. Typical signs of a failing battery are spurious warning lights and apparent electrical gremlins. In truth, I and many others, consider the battery in a Modern XK to be a consumable item and changed at circa 5 years old. In some cases with low usage and regular connection to a battery conditioner when the car is not being used, the battery life can be extended. In your case, unless you know the history of the battery and can confirm it to be less than 5 years old, I would suggest it be changed at the earliest opportunity. Ensure you select the replacement to be of the correct power and dimensions - the battery must fit and be secured into the battery tray, otherwise it is an MoT failure. At a resting voltage below 12 volts, it would seem to be past its prime. Also, as you have discovered, earth connections are also important and I would suggest you check any and all that you can locate around the car. Let us know how you get on. N6 JMX

Hi Luc, you are aware that there is a dedicated tab on this Forum for sales? It is at the bottom of the opening page, you have to scroll down past the technical query sections to get to it. You have just posted your car fro sale in the "Introductions" tab, where it will very quickly be subsumed and not many folks are going to be looking for "For Sale" vehicles in the Introductions section. Just saying, you may want to repost into the correct tab. N6 JMX

Hi Rob, if you have read this thread, it tells you above how to manually lower and raise the convertible top. Check the handbook at around page 111. Since your profile does not contain a location, no-one will know where abouts you reside, so your other question on cost to rebuild the cylinders is a touch moot. You will need to locate a suitable hydraulics workshop to assess and check the cylinders, once you have them removed from the vehicle. N6 JMX

Go to the Kwik Fit website and locate the "Batteries" tab, enter your registration number and post code, then press search. The website does all the work for you and then you can do a search for the best price for the battery you select - do not have to purchase from Kwik Fit. Note that the most important attribute to your selected replacement should be dimensions. It MUST fit into the battery tray and be held securely in place, it would be an MoT failure if not secured. N6 JMX

Hi Steve, well done you and welcome to the wonderful world of XKR motoring - I am sure you will enjoy it immensely. If you are looking for an XK marque specific club to join for outings and gatherings, I would recommend the XKCC, there is a coordinator in your area and you will find them at: Home | XKCC N6 JMX

Hi Tim, I am not an expert on these matters, but given the basic nature of your questions and assistance seeking, I am guessing that neither are you. The X250 is the model code for the steel bodied (early) Jaguar XF model between 2008 and 2014, as opposed to the X260 model code being for the aluminium architecture XF model introduced in 2015. Same car, vastly different. A facelifted X250 is still an X250, but Jaguar introduced many minor upgrades (facelift) during the period of production, typically each new model year (MY). CCF = Car Configuration File and is a piece of software code / listing held inside the car's brain or module. Note there are lots of modules within a modern car, especially a Jaguar. Using a laptop, Jaguar specific software tools and interconnect cables, a technician can plug into the car's modules and download / look at the CCF. What is contained within the CCF is a list of attributes for the car that can be turned on or off - if the first owner paid for the options of say Voice Control for instance, then it would appear as "enabled" in the CCF view. Using the plug-in connection from the laptop, the CCF can be modified, using the software tools, to turn on aspects that were not initially enabled - think differences between top of the range specification versus entry level specification - those attributes may well be in the car's brain from the get-go, just not "enabled". Unless you are a computer savvy person, you need to locate a business in your area that works with these files and tools on a daily basis and, whilst it may be possible for someone with a lot more knowledge than me to produce a step by step guide, the chances of that guide being fool proof and readily assimilated and followed by anyone are miniscule. Hope this helps, not for you to make the modifications, but to understand that the modifications are not that simple to make! N6 JMX

Hi Kevin, it depends on your concept of "classic car". Your car is not yet old enough to fall into the "classic" sphere in terms of its age, but some would say it is on it's way to becoming a Modern Classic, so cherish it. Different organisations have a different definition of the terminology of "classic car". The following quote is lifted from the Insurers Adrian Flux, who may be along shortly to advise further: "A classic car is a car that is aged 40 years or older, or in official terms, a ‘historic vehicle’. However, there is no standard definition of a classic car when it comes to the government. For tax benefit reasons, HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) says that a car over 15 years old – and worth a minimum of £15,000 – is a classic. Meanwhile, the DVLA's vehicle tax rules label anything more than 40 years old as historic or classic." It's your car and if it feels classic to you, then that is what counts. N6 JMX

Hi Mike, first point is the battery in the key fob, have you replaced it? Easy to do and only takes a few minutes - ensure the replacement battery is a good quality version as there are fakes out there. Secondly, have you tried your second key fob if you have one. Note though that if both fob batteries are the same vintage, you may need to also change that battery as well. In terms of the "luggage hatch" i.e. boot or trunk, depending on your location, it is possible for the latch on the hatch opening to "get confused" - open the hatch and operate the lock mechanism whilst it is above your head to observe what's happening. You may need to physically reset it, using the round shaft of a suitable screwdriver to mimic the static latch in the body - which should be under a spring loaded plate. Set the latch mechanism so that it is definitely open and then close the lid / hatch. Don't be tempted to purchase a replacement fob from the usual internet auction sites as they tend to not operate correctly with the Modern XK, you need a genuine Jaguar XK version and for that to be programmed to the car - which does mean an expensive talk with the dealer. N6 JMX

Hi Pete, given the limited speed (50 MPH) and limited duration (50 miles) for the use of a space saver wheel, the rolling circumference is less of an issue. Strictly speaking, the space saver is intended to get you to a place of safety where the correct road tyre can be replaced. Those VW Polos that you see driving around for weeks, and overtaking you on the dual carriageway, with the space saver fitted are doing it wrong. Having said that, my own Range Rover Sport is fitted with 22-inch rims and comes with a factory installed space saver wheel (a relative term of course) that is fitted with a T195 / 70 / R20 116M tyre. Accordingly, there are 20-inch space savers available. Talk to the dealer. If you do procure a space saver, then you will also need the remainder of the kit - jack, chocks, wheel brace, etc. N6 JMX

Hi Phil, the starting question here is how old is your battery? You say you have had the car since 2019 and therefore unless you have replaced the battery during your ownership, it is now past its "best by" date. Typically a battery in a modern car should be replaced at around 5 years old. The battery in a modern car does so much more than provide the power to crank the engine, it also needs to maintain a sufficient voltage under all conditions to maintain the feed to the electronics. A low battery voltage, due to age / failing, can cause a multitude of false / spurious error messages and lights. Let us know if the battery is aged or replaced. N6 JMX

Hi Gordon, welcome to the wonderful world of Jaguar motoring - a really helpful crew of enthusiasts on here, so ask away if you need advice. N6 JMX

Hi Kevin, frustrating isn't it. Have you tried suppliers who work with the international market - like SNG Barrett, they have warehouse facilities in Europe. Alternatively, try further afield for LH drive vehicles, e.g. USA. In some instances, getting the correct part number from the Jaguar Classic website is a good starting point because you can then put that into your search engine and international hits can be found. N6 JMX

Hi Steve, given that Jon has confirmed that your existing wheels are original fit, have you now visited the Kwik Fit website and inserted your registration number to see a list of tyres suitable for your vehicle? You don't need to buy any tyres from Kwik Fit, but their website assistance is very good. N6 JMX