Hello everyone,

The dealership where I work just took this 1998 JX8 in on trade
and as I needed something to throw money at to stay busy in my off time,
I decided to take on this project.

Let me start by stating it is a 2 owner car, with 81k actual miles, interior
in easily 98% original condition, with original paint having never been painted on..

however it does come with the infamous Jaguar electrical gremblins
and this is why I joined the forum to learn how to handle them.




1. Is there a way to get the radio code online by typing in the VIN ?

2. What does the code PO1111 mean when doing a diagnostic scan ?
(my ABS light is on as is the stability/traction control warning) I am
thinking the ABS motor may be gone...

3. Are the aftermarket power antenna's on ebay any good ?

4. my speakers are blown out, what would you recommend as replacements ?

5. I cannot get the hood to open as the passenger side latch won't open,
and I do not know how to get at it.

6. There is coolant dripping behind the R. front passenger tire. Does this
usually mean the coolant reservoir bottle and/or lines need replaced ?

7. Can it be sealed up again with weather stripping to take out the
wind whistle, and can the sunroof also be sealed to do the same thing,
right now I have to have it just tilted 1/2 inch to shut down the noise.

also does the sunroof always open and close with the headliner stuck
to it, or is that another gremblin I have ?

8. The plastic "burl wood" panels in the front doors are showing their
age with cracks, are those available anywhere, and the interior contents
of my owners manual is in fine condition, however the cover is shot.

Does anyone sell just the covers ?

Thanks for any and all insight

Danny (asiasdad)

 

Welcome to the forum Danny,

Good to have you with us.
A lot of questions, l've copied your post over to the tech section, you can find it here https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/x...998-xj8-80424/
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.

 

Welcome to the forum Danny,

The XJ8 looks good and there's nothing too serious (as in $$$$$!) in the 'things to do' list.

Follow Norri's link to the X308 section for help and advice.

Enjoy the forum.

Graham

 

Welcome to this helpful Forum, Danny.
Follow the others' advice above to get your problems sorted.
JIC you don't find it the suggested first try for the bonnet is to unhook the cable from the bonnet lever, grab it with Vice grips and give a good heave.