Shift lock solenoid-95 XJS 4.0 vert
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Shift lock solenoid-95 XJS 4.0 vert
Does anybody know where the shift lock solenoid is? Is it under the ski slope panel somewhere?
I have not used the car all that much since I bought in back in Dec last year. When I went to move it a couple of days ago, I noticed the distinct clunking of the solenoid to release the shift lever from Park and when I would apply the brake, it would not actuate all the time. Once I worked the brake pedal several times, it seemed to be ok after that. Today, I took it for a little drive after doing a throttle body cleaning and stopped for a few minutes, shut off the car and restarted it 15 minutes later. I could not hear the solenoid this time and the Shift lever would not budge from Park. Of course, I did not bring my tool kit on my quick test drive today and without a #1 Phillips, could not get the shift bezel removed to access the manual release slot. My son arrived with the tool bag and I was able to insert a tool to release the catch and drive home.
Is the solenoid where the catch is, just under the shift lever? I suppose it could be the solenoid or the brake switch. I cannot see the brake switch from under the dash. Is there a specific switch for the release solenoid or is it the same switch as the brake light? Is there a relay that works the solenoid betrween the brake switch and the solenoid?
Thanks in advance
I have not used the car all that much since I bought in back in Dec last year. When I went to move it a couple of days ago, I noticed the distinct clunking of the solenoid to release the shift lever from Park and when I would apply the brake, it would not actuate all the time. Once I worked the brake pedal several times, it seemed to be ok after that. Today, I took it for a little drive after doing a throttle body cleaning and stopped for a few minutes, shut off the car and restarted it 15 minutes later. I could not hear the solenoid this time and the Shift lever would not budge from Park. Of course, I did not bring my tool kit on my quick test drive today and without a #1 Phillips, could not get the shift bezel removed to access the manual release slot. My son arrived with the tool bag and I was able to insert a tool to release the catch and drive home.
Is the solenoid where the catch is, just under the shift lever? I suppose it could be the solenoid or the brake switch. I cannot see the brake switch from under the dash. Is there a specific switch for the release solenoid or is it the same switch as the brake light? Is there a relay that works the solenoid betrween the brake switch and the solenoid?
Thanks in advance
Last edited by carsnplanes; 03-25-2018 at 05:01 PM.
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The solenoid should be mounted on the gearshift assembly, #12 in this illustration
https://www.jaguarclassicparts.com/u...-from-v-185820
Sometimes they just die, sometimes they're just sticky and need exercise
My experience is with a 1995 XJR but I suspect the XJS is wired the same way. The XJR solenoid was activated by the brake light switch. If the brake lights don't operate, well, there's a clue. I recall a relay in the circuit but can't say for sure.
Also, there's a 'not in park' switch that prevents the solenoid from operating unless the gearshift is in "P". If this switch was faulty it could prevent the solenoid from operating
Someone with XJS-specific input will come along
Cheers
DD
https://www.jaguarclassicparts.com/u...-from-v-185820
Sometimes they just die, sometimes they're just sticky and need exercise
My experience is with a 1995 XJR but I suspect the XJS is wired the same way. The XJR solenoid was activated by the brake light switch. If the brake lights don't operate, well, there's a clue. I recall a relay in the circuit but can't say for sure.
Also, there's a 'not in park' switch that prevents the solenoid from operating unless the gearshift is in "P". If this switch was faulty it could prevent the solenoid from operating
Someone with XJS-specific input will come along
Cheers
DD
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The solenoid should be mounted on the gearshift assembly, #12 in this illustration
https://www.jaguarclassicparts.com/u...-from-v-185820
Sometimes they just die, sometimes they're just sticky and need exercise
My experience is with a 1995 XJR but I suspect the XJS is wired the same way. The XJR solenoid was activated by the brake light switch. If the brake lights don't operate, well, there's a clue. I recall a relay in the circuit but can't say for sure.
Also, there's a 'not in park' switch that prevents the solenoid from operating unless the gearshift is in "P". If this switch was faulty it could prevent the solenoid from operating
Someone with XJS-specific input will come along
Cheers
DD
https://www.jaguarclassicparts.com/u...-from-v-185820
Sometimes they just die, sometimes they're just sticky and need exercise
My experience is with a 1995 XJR but I suspect the XJS is wired the same way. The XJR solenoid was activated by the brake light switch. If the brake lights don't operate, well, there's a clue. I recall a relay in the circuit but can't say for sure.
Also, there's a 'not in park' switch that prevents the solenoid from operating unless the gearshift is in "P". If this switch was faulty it could prevent the solenoid from operating
Someone with XJS-specific input will come along
Cheers
DD
By the way, where is the brake pedal switch? A quick look under the dash does not reveal an exposed switch mounted where I would normally see one.
Thanks
Last edited by carsnplanes; 03-26-2018 at 05:08 AM.
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Many age related things getingiffy, sadly.
Both my X300's had issues here, and I simply removed the solenoid and latch, no more guess work.
YES
I understand the reasons for it being there, and dont really disagree, but NO ONE is in my car without me, and certainly NOT kids or animals, problem solved.
The Black S Type is also having a female moment with that interlock, so come Easter, it will be removed.
Both my X300's had issues here, and I simply removed the solenoid and latch, no more guess work.
YES
I understand the reasons for it being there, and dont really disagree, but NO ONE is in my car without me, and certainly NOT kids or animals, problem solved.
The Black S Type is also having a female moment with that interlock, so come Easter, it will be removed.
#5
Many age related things getingiffy, sadly.
Both my X300's had issues here, and I simply removed the solenoid and latch, no more guess work.
YES
I understand the reasons for it being there, and dont really disagree, but NO ONE is in my car without me, and certainly NOT kids or animals, problem solved.
The Black S Type is also having a female moment with that interlock, so come Easter, it will be removed.
Both my X300's had issues here, and I simply removed the solenoid and latch, no more guess work.
YES
I understand the reasons for it being there, and dont really disagree, but NO ONE is in my car without me, and certainly NOT kids or animals, problem solved.
The Black S Type is also having a female moment with that interlock, so come Easter, it will be removed.
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