Hi!

I just recently bought a 2007 XKR Coupe and was hoping to get some guidance on things. The car is black on black, 51k mile example that has been dealer serviced since new, 20" Sentas, factory active exhaust with the 19 fuse pulled, in nice shape overall except two cosmetic items, the pulling dash and some paint damage from brake fluid on one wheel.

The previous owner had the ac drain thing done and I do have receipts. I know from research from before I bought that there is an excellent article in the how to sticky about pulling the dash to get it redone or give a go yourself in restretching. I've had my 00 XKR since January 2011 and my 98 XJR since March of 2015; and I am a do it yourself girl. On the 4.0 SC cars, the big deal is the timing tensioners and guides; early water pumps; nikasil (which isn't really an issue this late on); and the convertible top hydraulics.

Is there stuff that is recommended I take care of sooner versus later on my early X150 R model Coupe?

 

Honestly, drive it.

The engines are pretty bulletproof if you mind the coolant levels and listen for the fan. If you hear the fan run at full tilt the engine is close to overheating. It uses a clever design that doesn't have a lot of capacity so once it runs a little low it's self destruct. Another wonder is why Jaguar chose to not install any temperature monitoring.

There is a good bit of age related stuff, headlamps going blue and needing replaced, coolant hoses and plastic bits. The window limits will drive you nuts in the cold.

Best advice is to download the free X150 service manual and wiring diagrams. They'll help immensely.

 

Pics, please!

 

You should find the 2007 XKR is a lot less temperamental than your 2000 XKR. I had a 2007 for four years and the only issue was the PPS (Pedestrian Protection System) which isn't fitted to US specification vehicles. Unusually Jaguar got the XK right at introduction and it didn't take the same two or three years to iron out the faults as it did with XK8.

The electronics, although of greater complexity, are more advanced and reliable. However, you will find it is even more sensitive to battery condition than earler models and, unless driven regularly, a battery tender is a wise precaution.

I usually change all fluids on a new (to me) Jaguar but with a full dealer history, you shouldn't need to do this.

Graham

 

I hope you enjoy your XKR.... I am also a new XKR owner. Love the look and feel of these cars. And the sound!! And yes, you are right - - the 80's rocked!!

 

Change fluids, especially coolant. Have the gearbox serviced as the ZF 6HP26/28 will benefit from fresh fluid and a new pan.

As Graham mentioned above, purchase a battery maintainer/tender as voltage drops cause electrical gremlins to suddenly appear.

 

After many years of referencing the transmission as "sealed for life", Jaguar have finally added a transmission fluid and filter change to the 2010MY onwards service schedule. However, this is only for the supercharged models and only at 150K miles! I haven't had sight of a current 4.2 model service schedule to see if it has also been added. Regardless of the Jaguar recommendation, the experience of many forum members across the model range is that a change at around 70K miles is beneficial in extending unit life.

Graham

 

Thank you all!

I bought the following since it's about time or a little early for:

1. Spark Plugs (Autolite Iridiums)
2. Air Filters (Wix)
3. Oil and Filter Change (Castrol Edge and Wix Filter)
4. Supercharger Oil (GM SC Oil)
5. Power Steering Fluid (Valvoline Maxlife Synthetic ATF)
6. Brake Fluid (Valvoline DOT3)
7. Coolant (Prestone that meets WSS M97B44; still doing drain, water run through, fill).

I plan on doing the transmission and differential fluids and trans pan by 60k. I am researching the fluids necessary; may just buy the Lifeguard Fluid for the trans. Curious on recommendations, but I will search the forum .

 

The X150 requires DOT4 fluid such as Pentosin.

 

From ZF in August of 2013, see attached. Bottom of page 1 for their recommendations:

"ZF automatic transmissions are filled with specially developed semi-synthetic oils.
At very high operating temperatures, the oil ages faster than under normal conditions. Examples:
 Many trips at high speeds.
 Many trips with a trailer in tow.
 Sporty driving.
Depending on the driving style, ZF therefore recommends a transmission oil change every 80000 to 120000 km, or after 8 years at the latest."

 

I need some better photos after I go to the DMV this week and get it insured. Currently in the garage. Probably will get it with both the XJR and XKR Convertible too.