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New member here. Apologies, if I have this query in the wrong forum. Maybe someone could repost it in the correct one, and send me the link.

QUESTION?

Own a 2006 Jaguar XK-Series XK8 Convertible...CPU? problems are driving me nuts. Only have under 90,000 Km. Have not driven it much. Like, near new condition...no accidents or damages.

Bought car through a dealer contact in the U.S. and had it imported...features Amer. settings, which I think may be the source of my problems.

Cared for by a Cer. Jag. Mechanic from England, for many years. I have owned, over time, 4-5 Jags. Historically, the CPU has always gone bust.

1. dr. side window has lost its memory...allows rain and snow into cab
2. steering wheel will not hold its settings
3. damaged right side mirror...replaced, but cannot operate all settings
4. have born the the ignominy of noisy rear struts?
5. gas gauge does not accurately report the content size of gas tank...stops at 3/4 full...may need to have tank removed and sending unit replaced
6. head lights and running lights settings must be worked manually, whereas in this model they should run automatically

I think that is about it.

Suggestions for my mechanic? Not repaired sooner, because of costs.

 

Welcome to the forum

 

Welcome aboard.

 

Hello,
Welcome to the forums from ElinorB.
(';')

 

Welcome to the forum Bcaez Rmxuzz,

Good to have you with us at Jaguar forums.

Follow this link XK8 / XKR ( X100 ) - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum to the XK8/XKR forum for help, advice and information. The 'HOW TO' thread at the top is a good place to start for info on regular issues.

Please remember to add vehicle details to your Signature to help others to give relevant advice. Go to the User CP button on the left of the top menu bar, then Settings & Options under Your Control Panel. Select Edit Signature and enter the details.

You can also visit the Canada Region forum by following this link Canada - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum to find other members in your region.

Enjoy the forums.

Graham

 

Welcome.

 

welcome to the forum - enjoy!!

 

Welcome to Jaguar Forums Bcaez Rmxuzz,

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.
If you need help with getting around and using the forum follow this link for some help Forum Help

 

Your electrical problems may all be due to low battery voltage. How old is the battery? How often do you use the car? These cars need full voltage all the time; if they do not get it, they exhibit various and random electrical issues. There is nothing wrong with the car except that the battery is not fully charged.
The later model XK is even more sensitive in this regard.

 

Gregory,

The OP hasn't been back on the forum since posting this Intro thread almost three months ago.

Graham