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James Horn, Lanarkshire

Jaguar X-Type Estate 2004

My Jaguar X-Type Estate’s rear wiper is not working - are there micro switches? If so, where? And where is the relay for rear wiper located? Fuses are OK. (2-litre diesel SE)

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Replace the spline at end of wiper where wiper and window meet it rusts up. It is 40 pounds for a new one from Jaguar - Nicky from Ayrshire

Submitted: 29/02/2012 08:37:42 | ID: 8681

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Paul Burley, England

Jaguar S-Type 1999

Has anyone any idea why my Jaguar S-Type keeps missing when in drive, and when I am in neutral, it cuts out after a minute?

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I have a 2002 S-Type 4L v8. I had similar problems mostly missing and rough idle. I had a OBD scan and found misfire in a cylinder, I replaced the coil and the problem was solved - Rnauthal from Canada

Submitted: 30/11/2011 09:59:48 | ID: 6169

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Mark Hollins, England

Jaguar S-Type 2001

I’ve lost the radio code. How do I found it out again?

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Best to take it to Jag dealer with your log book, they will probably charge for doing it - Ian Milligan from Lanarkshire

Submitted: 11/08/2011 14:32:23 | ID: 3942

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Vincent Lillis, Lancashire

Jaguar X-Type 2004

The radiator cap turns round but won’t come off. (2L Diesel)

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This is a really common issue. You basically have to manhandle it off. Maybe a little leverage from underneath. It is too tight a fit for sure but when you have removed it once, you will understand what force is required - Phil from England

Submitted: 25/07/2011 09:03:09 | ID: 3799

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Clive Thomas, Carmarthenshire

Jaguar X-Type 2004

Where is the air filter situated in the X type diesel? (SE)

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Under the bonnet at front near side under snap over cover - Laurence Ramage from Banffshire

Submitted: 20/07/2011 16:29:30 | ID: 3770

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Danny Febry, Gloucestershire

Jaguar S-Type 2006

I am experiencing leaking coolant from my 2.7 diesel engine S-Type Jaguar. There is no sign of a leak anywhere but I am losing half a litre of antifreeze every 500 miles. Has anyone had the same problem? Can anyone help me solve this problem please?

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Check your coolant reservoir, they develop cracks. It is located by the firewall driver side - Rnauthal from Canada

Submitted: 19/07/2011 11:20:30 | ID: 3756

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Mick Hutchinson, Yorkshire

Jaguar X-Type 2007

What’s the average mpg for the X-Type? (2.0 DIESEL)

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On a long run (Doncaster to Soton - about 222 miles), the car averaged 49 mpg. Around town, I get 38-41 mpg - Peter Tweed from Yorkshire

Submitted: 22/06/2011 10:26:05 | ID: 3167

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James Farmer , Yorkshire

Jaguar X-Type Estate 2005

I am looking at buying a 2005 2.0d X-Type Estate for a very low price as it has 140k on the clock. Does anyone know how long these engines will run for? Will I get a couple of years running out of it? It has full service history.

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This is definitely a case of "they all do that mate" - eventually! The problem is the switch on the tailgate opening window. Once damp gets into it, replacement is the only option. The fix is a simple DIY job. Unfortunately, the replacement switch unit is a pricey £55. I have sealed my new one with silicon grease and so we’ll see if it lasts - Keith Straw from Devon

Submitted: 18/04/2011 08:59:39 | ID: 2488

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Aamir Suleman , United Arab Emirates

Jaguar S-Type 2004

The rear interior light and door courtesy lights is not working. When I unlock the car, it gets on but my son was touching the buttons and all of sudden I realised that the rear interior light and door courtesy lights were not working. This is my first Jaguar, hence I have no idea how bring those back to normal. Help me!

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The rear glass opening on crank is common. The vehicle will require a new micro switch (the one in the base of the rear wiper spindle). It seems these switches get contaminated and a drop in battery voltage causes it to trip - Terry Johnson from Hampshire

Submitted: 08/04/2011 09:17:59 | ID: 3624

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Neil, London

Jaguar X-Type Estate 2004

I turn on the engine and the glass tail gate opens. I have to get out to close it every time I start up. Does this mean stripping out the entire interior to find the faulty wire? The external temperature gauge reads correctly when the engine is turned on but usually goes up to about 50 degrees soon after. Any ideas? (2.0 diesel)

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I had the same problem. It is an easy fix, there is a micro switch on the handle that opens the glass tail gate - the handle is v-shaped. Price is between 70 to 80 pounds. Hope this helps - Nicky from Ayrshire

Submitted: 06/04/2011 08:39:28 | ID: 3621

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Roger Dutton, Cheshire

Jaguar X-Type 2004

With 70k on the clock, my 2L Diesel runs very well, except on tickover. She now vibrates quite badly as soon as she drops below 2000 revs. Can the tickover be adjusted up to alleviate this problem or what is causing this vibration?

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These engines are prone to flywheel trouble as they have a dual mass one. Your car sounds about the right sort of mileage for this - Ian from Suffolk

Submitted: 11/03/2011 08:54:37 | ID: 2123

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John Williams, Yorkshire

Jaguar X-Type 2002

The front door nearside will not open from inside or out. Does anyone have a clue to the problem?

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I have the same problem with my X-Type. Apparently, it is a common fault. The deadlock engages and won’t disengage. You will be better off buying a replacement part (actuator/catch) about £44 on ebay, cheaper if you are prepared to get dirty at a car salvagers - Mark Hanratty from Durham

Submitted: 28/02/2011 11:09:34 | ID: 3102

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Dave, Nottinghamshire

Jaguar S-Type 2008

If a restricted performance light comes on and your power to your engine goes slow, what could the problem be?

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If your car is diesel, it could be the DPF on your exhaust filling up. If you only do short journeys, it clogs up with soot, so you have to heat the engine up and take it on the motorway and give it a good run for about an hour - Ian Milligan from Lanarkshire

Submitted: 11/02/2011 08:59:52 | ID: 3656

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James Pallia, Scotland

Jaguar S-Type 2005

My Jaguar S-Type looks as if it is on fire some days. Can anybody tell me why? It is a 2.7 diesel.

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The engine has a pre-heater which is located in the front wheel arch - Dominic Bill from Surrey

Submitted: 02/02/2011 10:06:16 | ID: 3253

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Paul Lambert, Monmouthshire

Jaguar X-Type 2001

Vibration felt through the seats and steering at speeds around 50 - 70 mph. Can anybody tell me why this is happening?

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Check engine mounts or have prop shaft balanced - Colin Meyerowitz from South Africa

Submitted: 08/10/2010 11:08:08 | ID: 1886

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Dave Longley, Hampshire

Jaguar X-Type 2009

Hi, can I run my X-Type on biodiesel?

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I have been running my X-Type 2004 diesel on biodiesel for a while now, only problem I have accured is when on startup in the morning, the car won’t tickover properly until the biodiesel thins down a bit, apart from that no problem! There are so many people out there with different views but hey I am saving nearly 50p per litre, and getting local 48mpg, and motorways on long journeys over 50 mpg - Murray Brown from Stirlingshire

Submitted: 30/09/2010 09:11:19 | ID: 3297

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