I am a true novice with my "new" '04 XK8 so be gentle.
First time driving it at night. When it started the lights for the tach were out and the 0-90 mph portion of the lighting on the speedometer was out. Once I got going the left half of the tach lit up but the 0-90 mph stayed out.
Also, the emergency flasher was dully glowing. Is that normal?
I assume the dash lights are out but halfway of the tach eventually lit up.
I did remove the dash to install RealGauge.
The wisdom of the elders would be greatly appreciated.

 

Sounds like bulbs and the hazard switch glowing is normal

 

I agree it sounds like bulbs but they usually go off and that's it - dead. Some illumination coming back on has to be a bad connection in addition to one or more failed bulbs.

In any event, the IP is going to have to come out to check/replace bulbs but you should check over the disconnections and connections you made during the RealGauge install to see if anything is loose.

Graham

 

Follow up question. I think I as well replace all of the lights once the panel is out(I hate that idea<g>). Guidence on what bulbs(OEM only) and thank you again Rev. Sam for the videos.

 

OE replacement from Jaguar is supplied complete with the bulb holder:



I thought this was extravagant and unnecessary until I saw the condition of the bulb holders in my 2005 XK8:



Graham

 

What bulbs should I ask for?

 

If you want to go OE, here's the extract from JEPC:


(click on the image to enlarge it)

The main illumination for the IP is LJA4390AA or XR83865 depending on VIN. Given the work involved, it's a good plan to renew ALL the bulbs.

Graham