I just bought a 98 xj8 with 77k the water pump just went out i just have learned a problem with the timing chain on that model right before the pump went i did hear a rattle on start up it is in the shop now should i have the chain ckecked?Also how much does it cost to have the chain fixed?

 

Hi,

I know of sevrel cars that have had this happen.
It wont be the chain that will be the problem but the chain tentioners which if like mine your car should have been in a recall by Jaguar I would replace tham with the newer ones as a matter of coures .

I would say it could cost possibly about £650. pounds including works

I hope this is of help


regards

paul

 

Hello,

The tensioners in these models as well as other till 2001 are a problem. They are plastic and it is rediculous that Jaguar would not do a recall on this knowing that plastic in an engine that is supporting important mechanical parts could break. It happened to mine and is costing me about $6,000.00. I find that rediculous that you pay so much and this happens. It makes me think twice before wanting another Jaguar.