Had some one move the seat all the way forward using electrics now no movement in any of the electrics. Is there a fuse that might have gone out if so where. Any ideas would be a great help. Lance Car is 1999 XK8

 

As I recall the fuse is in the inside the car. Either the fuse box on drivers or passanger side. Sorry I can't give you the number as my car is not here now. the cover will tell you which one. FYI on mine I placed a larger fuse in and it works fine. Mine would blow when my wife would try and move seat forward before raising the height.

 

Yes, check the fuses and NEVER install a higher amp. fuse! to fix an issue.

 

When I purchased my 2005 xk8 I moved the passenger seat back the entire distance and it would not move forward.
I swapped the drivers control module with the passengers and moved the seat into the best position. Then opened up the removed unit only to see that the traces were worn through. I repaired them, put that module back in place and all was well.
wj

 

Somethiing you might want to try is reaching up under the to the back of the seat control module and press on the connector. Since you said it occurred when you moved the seat fully forward you might have unseated the connector.

It would also be most helpful if you put the model year in your post or if you add it to your signature it will always be there.

 

Year of Jag XK8 1999.

Thanks to all

 

Does anyone have a copy of the diagram of the parts under the seat or a lead to where to find. Have not fixed problem yet. Would be helpful if I new what I was feeling. Ship

 

Ship, did you check the seat switch? My son ran the passenger seat all the way forward (pinning himself under the dash, he's a big boy - pretty funny, actually) and it was the switch. I took it apart and found one of the little guide pins had dropped out, so the switch handle wasn't actually making contact with the circuit board. 15 minute fix.

-Cabel

 

Don't know what I did but after playing with finally got it to work.

Thanks for all your help.

Ship

 

passenger seat stuck in full backward position, the switch is not activating the motor, what should I do and how can I access the bolts in the back?
2003 Jaguar XKR

 

Christian,

On the seat switch, on the edge towards the rear there is a lug which is held in place using a small metal clip.Using a small screwdriver, work it in between the seat leather and the switch and push GENTLY towards rear of car, then lever the rear of the switch out, being careful of the wiring. You can then disconnect the switch pack to access the torx screws on the rear of the unit and take it apart to see if any bits are out of place. I found that my "electronics" in the switch where fine but the plastic "finger handle" wasn't making good contact with the circuit board.