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Jaguar 1996 XJS "Code Not Ready" - 1/25/2008 1:50:09 PM

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I have a 1996 Jaguar XJS 6cyl. I can not pass the inspection, because the technicians get a constant "Code Not Ready"
I have been to three different Mechanics...

O2 Sensor -Not Ready
Catalyst-Not Ready
Secondary Heat Sensor- Not Ready
Evaporation System- Not Ready

At first they told me to drive it around for a couple of days, but I have already driven 2000 miles and still I can't get this to pass the inspection.

I would appreciate any help.

Thanks!

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RE: Jaguar 1996 XJS "Code Not Ready" - 2/19/2008 7:37:38 PM

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well the dealer couldn't do anything, he ran a procedure, then said it was thermostat. Replaced thermostat, some problem!

Any Idea Guys?

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RE: Jaguar 1996 XJS "Code Not Ready" - 2/20/2008 9:38:51 AM

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Do you have a check engine light?

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RE: Jaguar 1996 XJS "Code Not Ready" - 2/20/2008 1:47:54 PM

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well im pretty sure I dont have the check engine light on, but ive never seen it, even when I turn the car on, I never really payed attention.....

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RE: Jaguar 1996 XJS "Code Not Ready" - 2/20/2008 2:00:32 PM

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Sounds like something isn't happening with the computer or someone removed the bulb to sell the car. You should see it on start up and then disappear. That should happen every time you start. It also should through codes becasue the "not ready" tells me the ECU is receiving no information from them.

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RE: Jaguar 1996 XJS "Code Not Ready" - 2/20/2008 3:49:46 PM

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sounds like you need a ECM they are expensive and do fail due to water entry.... what exactly are you falling in your inspection?

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