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Old Feb 12, 2016 | 04:50 PM
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I have a 2002 XJ8 I have been ready forums on this site
All day trying to see if anyone
Is having the same problem's
As my self

When I start my car the that gear box light appears and then i have to idle engine to make it go
And it jerks really hard with a very slow take off but wants it get going it drives fine i don't understand anybody have any ideas of what I should do or what it could be
 
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Old Feb 12, 2016 | 05:24 PM
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Welcome to the forum Lynn1970,

Good to have you with us at Jaguar forums.

I've copied your question to X308 forum for advice from members with the same model. Here's the direct link to it:

https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/n...-light-157720/

Follow this link XJ XJ8 / XJR ( X308 ) - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum to the main X308 forum for help, advice and information.
The 'HOW TO' thread at the top is a good place to start for info on regular issues.

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Old Feb 12, 2016 | 05:35 PM
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Old Feb 12, 2016 | 05:52 PM
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Old Feb 13, 2016 | 01:56 AM
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Old Feb 13, 2016 | 04:48 AM
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welcome to the forum - enjoy!!
 
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Old Feb 13, 2016 | 06:33 AM
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Welcome to Jaguar Forums Lynne1970,

Good to have you with us.
Enjoy the forum.

If you haven't done so already you should add your car details to your signature to help others to help you.
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Old Feb 14, 2016 | 06:13 AM
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Old Feb 21, 2016 | 07:05 PM
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Old Mar 14, 2016 | 10:20 AM
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Same model, same problem. Changed fluid. Problem gone.
 
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Old Mar 15, 2016 | 05:57 AM
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Originally Posted by ant1830
Same model, same problem. Changed fluid. Problem gone.
Welcome to the forum ant1830,

Now you've found the New Member Area - Intro a MUST forum, please post an Intro of your own with some information about yourself and your vehicle for all members to see. In return you'll get a proper welcome and some useful advice about posting to the forum.

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