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Just Joined, 2012 XF
He everyone...Just thought I'd introduce myself. I recently bought a used Jag, 2012 XF with only 58,000 kilometres on it. Recently the check engine light came on and took it in to my mechanic...he pulled off 53 error codes!!!
So, I took it to a Jaguar dealership and they think most of the error codes were caused by a faulty alternator...it was giving out inconsistent readings from 8-12 volts up and down like a sine curve.
New alternator was $900...almost lost it! How ridiculous is that! Well, I won't go back there again for service that's for sure.
So, what is the general advice on having your Jag maintained...private mechanic or dealer?
Doug
So, I took it to a Jaguar dealership and they think most of the error codes were caused by a faulty alternator...it was giving out inconsistent readings from 8-12 volts up and down like a sine curve.
New alternator was $900...almost lost it! How ridiculous is that! Well, I won't go back there again for service that's for sure.
So, what is the general advice on having your Jag maintained...private mechanic or dealer?
Doug
Joined: Dec 2011
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From: Durham, UK
Welcome to the forum Doug,
Good to have you with us at Jaguar forums.
For maintenance, the options in decreasing order of cost are:
1. Dealer
2. Independent
3. DIY
If you don't want to do your own maintenance and repairs then you'll save a lot of money by finding a good independent specialist.
Follow this link XF and XFR ( X250 ) - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum to the X250 forum for help, advice and information.
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
Good to have you with us at Jaguar forums.
For maintenance, the options in decreasing order of cost are:
1. Dealer
2. Independent
3. DIY
If you don't want to do your own maintenance and repairs then you'll save a lot of money by finding a good independent specialist.
Follow this link XF and XFR ( X250 ) - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum to the X250 forum for help, advice and information.
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
Joined: Oct 2007
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Welcome to Jaguar Forums Doug,
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
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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Hello, Doug,
This place exists exactly to help Jag owners like you keep their kitties purring. Graham has directed you to the correct section where members can help you with that alternator problem and just about any other one you might encounter.
Welcome to the forums from ElinorB.
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This place exists exactly to help Jag owners like you keep their kitties purring. Graham has directed you to the correct section where members can help you with that alternator problem and just about any other one you might encounter.
Welcome to the forums from ElinorB.
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