I have just bought myself a 1999 XKR, what should I be checking/updating before I put it on the road. any ideas and pointers would be very helpful. This my 1st post here so if this has been dealt with before please excuse me

 

Welcome to the forum Gerard,

The three main issues to check are:

1. tensioners / timing chains (early plastic tensioners breaking)
2. cooling system (coolant loss / sticking thermostat leading to overheating)
3. transmission (so called 'sealed for life' - recommendations for fluid change)

You will find information on these in the https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/x...ts-data-29800/ 'HOW TO' thread at the top of this section.

When you get a minute, please follow this link New Member Area - Intro a MUST - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum to the New Member Area - Intro a MUST section and post some info 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

 

Welcome, Gerard!

You will find this to be a stellar group of guys, very knowledgeable and helpful. Congratulations on the new acquisition.



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Eh up Gerard,
Welcome to this very friendly forum, you will find everything you need right here to keep it running correctly.

Enjoy the car and the forum.

Al si thee,

 

Thank you for the information, I am picking up my XKR the 1st week of September. I will post pictures, I can't wait.

 

I've had the most problems with the coolant system. If you smell hot coolant after driving, but can't find any leaking, don't be surprised.
You'll LOVE this car!
Have you stopped by the new member page?

 

welcome