One of my battery terminals came loose while driving. Thereafter the car starts but when put into D or R the car judders and the engine stops. What could be the problem? Anyone has experienced this situation? Any deligent advise is much appreciated. I am also searching now, but so far nothing came up, hence posting for help. Thanx in advance for any help.

 

Welcome to the forum shopcarpro,

I've moved your question from General Tech Help to XK8/XKR forum. Members here with the same model will be able to help.

Please follow this link New Member Area - Intro a MUST - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum to the New Member Area - Intro a MUST forum and post some information about yourself and your vehicle for all members to see. In return you'll get a proper welcome and some useful advice about posting to the forum.

Graham

 

Shop Car, This is a good one. I wonder - what happens Car started in either neutral or park - Rev up the engine. . . Normal or stuttering/stalling?

I was leaning towards fuel supply as an issue that's why I asked about this one.

May we assume the battery is now fully charged and properly connected?

I wonder if a hard reset might help (disconnect terminals and touch + to - cables together for 30 seconds). I only thought of this because the interrupted battery connection may have played havoc with on board electronics.

John

 

A hard reset would be the first thing I would try then I would be checking for any OBDII codes and if you get any please post the codes. Also check that the battery is fully charged.