Hello, my name is Guillaume and I just purchased my first Jaguar. It is a 1997 XL6 L, and is looking pretty good. I am now trying to fix all the little problems that came with the car, mostly from a previous owner that must have abused the car a bit and/or didn't know how to fix things properly on it. I have a big job ahead of me, as I need to change the expansion valve and dryer (I couldn't find a post about how to remove the dash - it seems everyone tries to avoid answering that question real hard!). Any help there (especially pictures or videos) would be much appreciated.

I have a new steering wheel coming (with nice wood), new vents for the back of the center console (why can't someone just re-manufacture that little rod that holds all the fins together? Any 3D printers should be able to do that, right?), a new ashtray, and a new piece to hold the radio, clock, etc. with all its tabs. I already have removed the center console and am ready to put all these parts in.

The rearview mirror is about to be shipped for repairs, so is the clock.

Also, the memory goes on/off on its own, which is frustrating because it makes it impossible to diagnose.

I've already rebuilt the master switch, and have ordered door clips (5 were missing in the driver door alone!).

Other than that, I've got 4 new tires on it, changed the oil, and it purrrrrs! Getting about 24 mpg on the highway. 18 in city.

Sun roof will be the next project after I get that AC working.

Cheers

 

Welcome to the forum

 

Hello, Guillaume,
Congratulations on your First Jaguar!
Many of us have rescued abused/neglected kitties from unappreciative Previous Owners. Jaguars given this new attention and care usually respond positively.
Welcome to the forums from ElinorB.
(';')

 

Welcome to the forum Guillaume,

Good to have you with us at Jaguar forums.

It sounds like you've got every one of the regular issues to deal with! Follow this link https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/xj-xj6-xjr6-x300-26/ to the X300 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 USA Lower Atlantic Region forum by following this link https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/usa-lower-atlantic-nc-sc-fl-ga-66/ to find other members in your region.

Enjoy the forums.

Graham

 

welcome to the forum - enjoy!!

 

Welcome to Jaguar Forums Guillaume,

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

 

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Thank you for your warm welcome. I look forward to being part of this community and hope to meet some of you sometimes - and check out your cars especially

Guillaume

 

Guillaume,

Please add 'Location' details to your profile. Moderators can see you are in Wilmington, NC but other members cannot access this information.

Relevant answers to technical questions and parts sources often depend on location.

Graham