Did the carfax on my 97 xk8 and foudn that there were several, 3 or 4 reports of the THROTTLE BODY being cleaned. I find that odd that it was done that much , much less reported to carfax. Can I clean it myself? If so, with what?

 

There were several issues with the TBs of the '97/'98 cars none of which were fixed by cleaning. May have been wishful thinking on the part of a dealer.

The TB can be easily cleaned using a product designed specifically for that. Do not use a 'carburetor' cleaner.

There is an excellent pictorial on another forum on the process. http://tiny.cc/7U3Ip Under 'ARTICLES'

 

Do I remember correctly that there is a free replacement on the TBs for early model cars, but must be done by the end of 09???

 

You are correct Lew, that is if it has the correct vin# and you get it before the end of December. If you elect not to have it checked by that date it could be a $2000.00 mistake!

 

MY 97 could have the TB replaced?? How do I know if mine qualifies

 

Go to this web page http://www.xclusively-jaguar.co.uk/xj04_fandi.html It will cost you! You will need to tell us how you make out.

 

how will it cost me if it is free???? Changing FOC???

 

It is free if you act on it before the deadline of Dec. 2009

 

Per the Service Action S514 doc, a '97 XK8 appears to qualify only for a ECM Reprogram vs. Throttle Body Replacement. Still can't beat FOC...

From a door sticker, I see my (recently acquired) '97 XK8 had "S819-Reprogram ECLC 3-8-99 for misfire detection." ECLC related to ECM? Sounds like a ingition control deal. Sorry, I gotta lot to learn...