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  1. S-Type (X200, X202, X204, X206) 1999 - 2008
    Hi all, I'm new to the forum, and especially to Jags. I've worked on a couple cars myself and stumbled onto an absolute beauty. A black full options, R-package, 2007 Jaguar S-Type 2.7D. However, it has an issue. The coolant system is building pressure. Which sounds like an easy diagnosis...
  2. S-Type (X200, X202, X204, X206) 1999 - 2008
    Hi Jag fans I have a 2003 STR . About two weeks ago I had a ' Low coolant level " warning come up. The level of coolant was about 2 inches below the min level so I topped it up. Last week whist driving on the motorway about 15 mins and 10 miles into a journey I had an error P0116...
  3. S-Type (X200, X202, X204, X206) 1999 - 2008
    Hi, I am a noob - have just bought a 2007 S Type, 2.7 diesel, one owner from new, regularly serviced, no issues I am aware of. Drove to London (from Devon) - no issues - was a dream to drive. Parked in London for a couple of hours, then drove into central London (child needed to go to A&E)...
  4. S-Type (X200, X202, X204, X206) 1999 - 2008
    I own a 2000 jaguar s type, I recently had a problem with the car as it didn't turn on, realized it was a wiring issue, fixed that and the car was fine for a day, then I was driving home and suddenly the steering wheel got incredibly stiff to turn, I barely made it home, then I decided to get...
  5. X-Type (X400) 2001 - 2009
    Hey All - So just a brief recap...purchased this vehicle a few weeks ago and had a problem overheating when I got it during stop and go traffic. Determined via a code in the computer and by watching the fan behavior that I had a bad fan control module. Replaced the module with another unit...
  6. New Members Introduce Yourself Here
    I just replaced my water pump, resevoir and thermostat and my car is still getting hot with no heat as i slowed to 35 mph the temp guage went down does anybody know what the problem is?
  7. S-Type (X200, X202, X204, X206) 1999 - 2008
    Hi there I see alot of posts about coolant issues on the forums but was hoping for some specific insight as the two seemingly most common problems (leaky/cracked expansion tank and corroded top hose) have been addressed. Long story short.... 3 weeks ago it started with a engine coolant low...
  8. S-Type (X200, X202, X204, X206) 1999 - 2008
    HELP! Something very strange happened this morning. As I opened my door this morning to my S type R, I noticed visible fumes coming from the cabin. At first I thought it was just warm air from inside the cabin mixing with the cold air outside. Doing so I climbed inside the cabin, as soon as I...
  9. X-Type (X400) 2001 - 2009
    I suspect my recently acquired 2.5 V6 has a blown head gasket, but would appreciate some comment from forum users with more knowledge than me. Apart from this being my first Jaguar with this engine, it's the first car in which I have experienced these symptoms. For the first could of weeks of...
  10. XJ (X350, X358) Aluminium Body 2003 - 2009
    Hi all, I am seeking a little bit of advice; My Jaguar XJR (2004) got a little too hot last Wednesday whilst stuck in queuing traffic on the motorway. I limped along and got to safety asap, but it didn't stop the cat popping a leak on the radiator. Up until then it has never...
  11. X-Type (X400) 2001 - 2009
    Car would not start - now engine management light is on update - can anyone recommend a good cheap diagnostic tool so i can check the codes?? Hi all, The water in the reservoir cap was low so I got the engine hot light. No issues and I replaced the radiator reservoir cap buying it from...
  12. X-Type (X400) 2001 - 2009
    Hi Guys Took the Jag for oil service at local Jag Independent as had heard good things and my previous Jag XJRS went there for restoration, when I sold it. (Collier Street Garage, Marden, south of Maidstone). Car had started to overheat due to coolant loss, which I just couldnt figure out where...
  13. X-Type (X400) 2001 - 2009
    On Saturday I took some coolant out, not too much and put in 2 bottles of Steel Seal. and topped it it up with coolant. I followed the instructions, let the car tick over for 60 mins with the heater on full. when I switched it off to let it cool down I noticed there was no hot air. left it...
  14. X-Type (X400) 2001 - 2009
    Hi first time on here so please be gentle. I have a X type 2.2d se registered as a sovereign but know all about the jag **** up. It overheated whist on the motorway, I pull over put the heating on full to draw hot air away and the heating on full was cold, I was recovered home. I started it up...
  15. Engines
    Hi everybody, first time on the forum, hope I get this right.. I have a 2005 X Type 2.0D 138K on the clock which is the most economical car I have owned, I get 60 + mpg on a motorway run and average 40 around town, engine noisy at tickover but smooth driving.. I have started getting an...
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