I bought the car 6 months ago. Black w/champagne interior. Bought new tires and chged fluids. New transmission fluid leaking into driveway pan, as I'm waiting for an Arnott compressor. Front end down. This forum has been a wealth of info for me...thx Dak888

 

Welcome, dak! I believe your car uses the ZF 6hp26 transmission. A relatively common problem is a leak around the seal where the wires go into the transmission. It's definitely a DIY job, but you'll get a little dirty. Scroll down to the XJ8 forum and those people will be able to help you out.

 

Welcome to the forums dak!

I agree with Sam, most likely the electrical sleeve on the transmission.

Good luck with the Arnott compressor, I have one for my Caddy and it works well.

 

Welcome to the forum,

Those sound like faults that you can deal with given some time and effort.

 

Welcome to the Jaguar Forums! You will love it here. So much to learn about these wonderful cars.

 

Welcome to the forum. As the Rev' says, head into the XK8 section you'll meet some great guys to help you along.

 

I got the new compressor yesterday, Ill have time to install tomorrow. Thanx Rev and others for the info about the the transmission leak. Sealing Sleeve Part No. 0501 216 272 01 is what Ive come up with so far, will investigate more tomorrow with car up.
I hope Ive diagnosed the air suspension properly, if not, the replacement Arnott front air shock write-up is well written and visualized.
I dont mind paying the $, if I can do the work myself, which would be inpossable without a source guide like this forum. I love my car/sled, with my back fused I cant ride the Harley anymore. Cheers....Dak888

 

welcome aboard Dak888
great to have you here with us at JF.


Hope we can help with any issues / questions you may have


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