Probably a daft question but...

I am getting an airbag warning light with the flashcode suggesting that the problem is at the clockspring/cancellation cassette. For some time (since I bought the car) when turning right the indicator doesn't self cancel. If I have to change the cancelation cassette is this likely to also fix the indicator cancelation issue or do I need to replace the indicator switch as well (seeing as I will be in there anyway).

Thanks

 

Many people have had this very problem and changing the clock spring will usually fix it.
That is what I would do first. Because of the airbag, make sure you disconnect the battery first but also make sure you have the radio code before doing so.

 

Managed to get a new clockspring on ebay (£140.00) and this has cured the airbag problem but sadly the indicator cancellation still does not work when turning right so I suspect the indicator switch itself has an issue.

Looking on Ebay for a replacement (cause the new price is just silly - £263 +delivery) I came across this.

INDICATOR STALK / STEERING COLUMN SWITCH - Jaguar XJ8 XJR X308 (also XK8 / XKR) | eBay

The part looks like the one in my XK8 but jaguar have different part numbers for the XK8 and XJ8. Can anyone confirm if they are the same part ?

 

Glad to hear you have part of your problem sorted. If you have a look at the top of this forum you will find a parts list that should help you. It is under the DIY Maintenance section.