What is this and why is it leaking?

Yes, VVT solenoid. There is an 'O' ring seal there.

Thanks, now if anyone has any suggestions on where to get the o-ring (apparently, part #AJ82856) and how to replace it would be greatly appreciated.

After you remove the valve cover the seal will remain with the cover for removal. I believe that it is included in the FelPro gasket set but the simplest solution may be to go to a dealer parts counter.

I haven't unplugged the connector, but I've tried to see if there are any mounting points on the solenoid and can't see any. What's the procedure for removing it?

I am thinking that the big black cam/valve cover needs to come off, before that the coil packs need to come out.... Once the big black cam/valve cover is off , from the previous replies the seal is in the cam/valve cover, leaving the solenoid still connected to the VVT ..... This is done by undoing the cam cover retaining bolts/nuts in sequence - I believe starting from the inner ones and working out. There are good workshop manuals available on disc on ebay etc. really cheaply (as low as £3.99 circa 5 or 6 dollars?)...... Alternative is to wipe up the excess oil and if not excessive, live with the weeping.....don't think any harm will be done unless it's pumping out, however, I'd say that was unlikely though. Forgive me if I misunderstood your question....Allan

Thanks for the info, Allan -- seems like more of a job than is necessary, what do you think? I noticed that there's a little leakage from each of the two solenoids. Unless someone says that I really should replace the o-ring, I'll probably just leave well enough alone.

Get the part from the dealer.

The valve cover DOES NOT need to be removed to replace these. Just unplug the connector and pry the seal up with a screwdriver.

Clean off the solenoid with a bit of solvent on a rag before pressing in the new seal with your fingers.

The whole job takes 5 minutes tops.

Definitely worth a try if that's how it can be done....a loss less Ag.....Allan

Ditto WhiteXKR - just did mine tonight took 1 minute.
The connector has a press tab on the rh side looking towards front of car.

My indie neglected to fit the VVT seals when I had the top tensioners done ( I supplied the parts including valve cover gaskets.)
It started leaking recently so just pried it out and pressed the new seal in.
Like our poster I originally thought the valve cover would have to be removed - hence the delay in fitting the seals !

That's great news! Might as well order up the new seals and do the job.

Thanks.

If that's leaking by the Felpro gasket kit for the Lincoln LS and replace all your seals. Easy to do.

Could you please post more specific details on the FelPro gasket set?

Despite two mentions to the contrary, I have purchased the Lincoln LS gasket set on two occasions and these seals were not part of the kit. I am a bit perplexed.

Gents
Any idea where to get the connector for the VVT. Source and part number.
terry

Did you ever find a source for the VVT plug? I have a broken one causing a code that the camshaft position sensor position is over retarded. I would like to replace the plug to rule out the VVT is causing this condition. When I bought the car

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I found the part at Coventry West - Jaguar and Land Rover Parts. They'll have what you need.

RockAuto also lists it.
More Information for AIRTEX / WELLS 1P1792

Thank you!
Finding suitable replacement parts is sometimes a mystery once you depart Jaguar. I ordered the replacement connector from Rock Auto.

Does anyone have part # for rock auto or Coventry west?