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RE: Engine died at 70MPH, won't start - 3/10/2008 5:00:19 PM

FactoryJaguarTech

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We have had a couple of X350 with bad tensioners but no chain issues. Your ext warr should cover whatever it is if it is the chains.

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RE: Engine died at 70MPH, won't start - 3/12/2008 4:13:26 PM

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Turns out the chain tensioner gave way.

They pulled the valve covers and found metal shavings everywhere. They were to pull the heads today to see how far the damage went and the technician believes the engine is gone and will need to be replaced. He is also 99% sure the extended warranty will cover the engine replacement.

Tomorrow I'll have the full details on the extent of the damage and if the warranty covers it. I'll try to get some pictures of it too while they have it opened up.

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RE: Engine died at 70MPH, won't start - 3/12/2008 4:16:47 PM

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So your extended warranty just saved you about $16000.00

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RE: Engine died at 70MPH, won't start - 3/12/2008 5:34:52 PM

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never seen that before.. well worth the warranty

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RE: Engine died at 70MPH, won't start - 3/12/2008 6:41:29 PM

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Loke I said Genius, funny how we see different things. Climate maybe?
We had a few of the XJ with tensioner problems. Good $$$ in the diag for them.

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RE: Engine died at 70MPH, won't start - 3/12/2008 7:13:29 PM

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What are the indicators that a tensioner is starting to fail on this engine? I didn't hear or feel a thing. No ticking, clunking, squeeling. It just seems like it went.

I've only owned it for three weeks and 850 miles. The maintenance records indicate that it had regular oil changes.

Are there any indicators?

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RE: Engine died at 70MPH, won't start - 3/13/2008 10:44:47 AM

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Typically, you will get a rattle at start up. I have had complaints about them just letting go with no warning.

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RE: Engine died at 70MPH, won't start - 3/15/2008 12:20:52 PM

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Finally got to see the engine torn apart. Looks like a cam bearing seized and cause all the problems. Engine had oil and was maintained by the dealer who has it now.

Some photos are below.

The adjuster for the warranty company comes out Monday or Tuesday. When the adjuster is there they will finally drop the oil pan and see what's in the oil. I spoke at length with the mechanic and at this point he said it is a 50/50 call to either rebuild the engine or drop in a new one. He said it is definitely rebuildable but would take a tremendous amount of time. Dropping a new one would be easier and faster. Cost is about the same. Hopefully the adjuster will agree to just drop a new on in.

http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u287/blueteej/IMG_3806.jpg

http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u287/blueteej/IMG_3808.jpg

http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u287/blueteej/IMG_3811.jpg

http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u287/blueteej/IMG_3805.jpg

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RE: Engine died at 70MPH, won't start - 3/15/2008 12:34:27 PM

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OMG that brings back bad memories.....lol. Please don't post pics like that again....lol

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RE: Engine died at 70MPH, won't start - 3/15/2008 12:55:06 PM

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My draw dropped when I walked in and saw just how much was disassembled in order to get it to this point. The entire exhaust - from the header to the tail pipes - was laying against the wall. One giant X. Parts everywhere. My car has its own corner of their shop.

Must say, so far I'm quite impressed with the dealer. Very helpful. Very patient with my questions.

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