The next problem to tackle is the PDC. When reverse is first selected there is a continuous beep for probably five or six seconds, i'm assuming that means a fault in the sensors. Can the sensors be tested, and if so how is this done. Many thanks. Anthony.

 

Hope you mean the Parking Assist Sensors (4) in rear cover. If you have good hearing, you can listen to see which one does not emit a clicking sound. I bought a Stethoscope at Harbor Freight and located my defective sensor, my hearing is shot. Must leave the car running in reverse with Park Brake engaged or you sit in car and get some one else to determine the one that's bad.

 

there’s a safer way, without worrying the car is going to back over you.

on my ‘02 XKR coupe I just :

1) step on the brake to release the shifter solenoid.

2) Then turn the ignition key to on, without engaging the starter.

3) Then move the shifter to Reverse.

4) go to back of car and put ear to sensor(s).

If they are good you will hear a clicking sound.

no need to start the engine and trust the hand brake with your life.

Z

 

The X308 and 4.0 X100 use a 'STAND ALONE' reverse aid sensor system. (not on any network)

Manual diagnostics are required as described.

 

Small control box on LHS under carpet about 6 in from rear ...tacky wiring ..afterthought?

 

I have had a listen, and all four are silent. Any thoughts. They can't have all failed.

 

Look under the extreme left boot carpet for the controller ..the wiring is crap so I bet you find a broken wire .

 

Ok, you initial and acronym tossing gents, what the heck is a PDC??? Not all of us are schooled on all the lingo that goes with these cars.
I learned what it is associated with but not the full name. Call me stupid but tell me the answer. TM

 

See post No 2

 

Some manufacturers call it Park Distance Control. Jaguar call it Reverse park control or Reverse Parking Aid.

 

On my XKR the system works beautifully - let me know what I am missing.... On the XK8 (car is 215k now) all I get is NOTHING or a continuous beep, no spaces or speed variations... I've already fallen in LIKE with what I have in the parking assist in the XKR and would like to repair the XK8 system.

It wants to work, so I'm off to good start, I think!? Famous last words before entire rear end of car is off and on the ground, smh... My life, 😆

 

Thanks, that's what I was looking for. Stupid (TM)