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Old 02-23-2014, 05:45 PM
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I bought my 2000 XK8 convertible about a year ago, every once in a while, when I started the car, the windshield wipers would turn on. I thought perhaps I was touching the lever while turning the key and didn't think much about it. However, lately, when I'm driving, the wipers turn themselves on. Anyone else experience this, or have a clue what the issue may be?
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Do you have that automatic rain sensor FEATURE?
 
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Do you have that automatic rain sensor FEATURE?
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I would guess you have this "feature" and it is on. It can produce some erratic behavior.
 
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Do you have that automatic rain sensor FEATURE?
I don't know! To be honest, I never heard of it. How would I find out if I do?
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Have you tried reading the manual?

If you don't have one you can download one here https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/x...-2003-a-67827/
 
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Originally Posted by robert53
I don't know! To be honest, I never heard of it. How would I find out if I do?
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Look at the wiper stalk.

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If it has the word AUTO and the rotary collar is set to it, then you have rain sensing wipers and they are set to operate.

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On my SType-R when my battery drained it would send certain functions into ghost mode. Like my wipers, nav, keyless entry, alarm would come on etc.

Just a suggestion...
 
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I second the possibility of a low battery. In my 05 with the rain sensing wipers, they started to behave erratically when my battery got low -along with the windows and other electronics (tilt/telescope on steering wheel and keyless entry issues too). So, I'd look at the battery if it hasn't been changed in awhile. Might be a simple fix.
 
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Originally Posted by The_Ikon
On my SType-R when my battery drained it would send certain functions into ghost mode. Like my wipers, nav, keyless entry, alarm would come on etc.

Just a suggestion...
I suspect you're right. The car has been sitting for a few months and needed a jump to start. Thanks
 
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Have you tried reading the manual?

If you don't have one you can download one here https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/x...-2003-a-67827/
Didn't come with a manual. Does now! Thanks for the link
 
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Originally Posted by robert53
I bought my 2000 XK8 convertible about a year ago, every once in a while, when I started the car, the windshield wipers would turn on. I thought perhaps I was touching the lever while turning the key and didn't think much about it. However, lately, when I'm driving, the wipers turn themselves on. Anyone else experience this, or have a clue what the issue may be?
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This is quite a common fault, that can require a motor replacement. When mine started doing it often only disconnecting the battery would stop them.
 
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Originally Posted by robert53
I bought my 2000 XK8 convertible about a year ago, every once in a while, when I started the car, the windshield wipers would turn on. I thought perhaps I was touching the lever while turning the key and didn't think much about it. However, lately, when I'm driving, the wipers turn themselves on. Anyone else experience this, or have a clue what the issue may be?
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To me, this just sounds like the adhesive disc that holds the rain sensor to the windshield needing replacement. There are posts on the forum about it. I replaced mine and all is fine now.
 
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I should mention, the car sat for a couple of months. When I attempted to start it, the battery was dead. I charged it, started it, and and now notice my passenger seat clicks when I try and move it forwards or back, the steering wheel doesn't collapse and the windows didn't go up or down when I opened the door (I've since reset them). Is there some sort of "reboot" procedure I need to perform?
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I would have the battery checked, especially since it went dead. Under 12.4v means you need a new battery. It may have been charged, but a slight drop in output makes things go crazy quickly.

If long periods of inactivity is normal, better save your nickels for a trickle charger setup. Better still, drive it!
 

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Originally Posted by robert53
I should mention, the car sat for a couple of months. When I attempted to start it, the battery was dead. I charged it, started it, and and now notice my passenger seat clicks when I try and move it forwards or back, the steering wheel doesn't collapse and the windows didn't go up or down when I opened the door (I've since reset them). Is there some sort of "reboot" procedure I need to perform?
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All of these symptoms seem to confirm what I suggest earlier.. I can't think of any other common issue that would cause all of the electrical gremlins to come out (especially if you aren't getting any codes).. so +1 on checking out the battery as the place to start.
 
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I'm going to replace the battery this week. I've read Sears and Interstate make one specifically for the XK8. Also, I've been doing some reading about radio codes, a battery vent, waiting 20 seconds with key on before starting, resetting windows etc. Anyone have any definitive replacement procedures (or a link) for a 2000 XK8?
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