X300: solving disfunctional central locking system / stuck in 'P' / no start engine

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Jun 5, 2024 | 08:16 PM

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telemental

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Originally Posted by Loweherz

Hi,

In the past, the rear side lights would blink when I opened and closed my X300 Jaguar Executive XJ (1997) using the key.

However, since the cold winter, there have been some battery issues. Now it seems that because of this, both the side lights no longer signal when opening/closing the car. The starter motor also no longer receives an electric signal to start, and the gear shift is now stuck in 'P'. Additionally, the central locking system is not working anymore.

I have since charged the battery and also tried a different battery. But this does not seem to solve the issue.

Does anyone have advice on what next step I can take?

What solved this for me is a ground connection under the steering wheel, behind your gas pedal, you will need to peel back the carpet about 1 inch. After you clean this, put your fully charged battery back in and give it 12 hours, then try to start. I would keep the doors unlocked throughout this process as well.