Hi. This is a very common failure on vehicles like yours. So common, in fact, that there is a technical service bulletin (TSB) on it. The TSB is XT303-13 and it addressed the hissing sound from under the hood, as...
The recommendations for putting the car back into service is to remove and replace the old fuel in the fuel tank. Replace the fuel filter. Charge and test the battery and replace if needed. Change the oil and filter after...
Hello! The easiest way to locate a coolant leak is to have the cooling system pressure tested, which can be performed when the engine is cold. The failed component would most likely be the coolant pump; it's usually good practice...
It sounds like you may have a fuel supply problem in getting the proper amount of fuel to the fuel injectors. As you know, when you turn the key to on, the fuel pump (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuel-pump-replacement) is activated and the fuel...
Hi there. If you press the unlock button on your Jaguar key and can hear a click sound coming from the door or the or the trunk, then the issue is with the car unlock module. However, if you press...
Hello, thank you for writing in. There are several issues that may have occurred. The first step is to make sure the ignition wires are installed correctly, and that you did not mix up the firing order. You can do...
When a car has a lot of miles on it, as yours does, running out of gas can damage the fuel pump. Most cars these days have the pump submerged in the fuel tank and the fuel passes through the...
Hello, thank you for writing in. It is always disheartening to hear these reports. From here you are going to want to either take it back to the original mechanic with the complaint, and discuss any further charges to take...
Your fuel pump is located inside your fuel tank. For the fuel pump to be damaged by the impact, the impact would have likely also damaged or penetrated the fuel tank. The impact may have quite possibly damaged other components...
Hi there. Sounds like there are a few things going on. First the code P1313 (http://obdii.pro/en/code/P1313) means that the timing chain (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/timing-chain-replacement) has jumped a tooth making the camshaft and crankshaft out of sync. The chain tensioner may need replaced...
Hi, in this case it could be any of these things that you've mentioned. I would start at checking the battery for proper voltage. If voltage is correct then I would check the fuel pump and relay. If there is...
The first thing to confirm is whether or not the engine operating temperature is in the normal range and whether there is sufficient coolant in the radiator. If, for example, the engine cooling system thermostat is stuck open, and thus...
Hi Edgar. Thanks for contacting us today. Honestly, there are probably multiple problems with your Jaguar S-Type that are leading to all these symptoms. Some of the common reasons why an engine would stumble, or cut off while driving or...
Hi there. Depending on what oil you use will determine how long you can wait. If you go full synthetic with a good oil filter then you can go as much as 7500 miles. If you use conventional oil then...
Hi there. We are not quite clear as to what issue you are having with your Jaguar S-Type, so if you could clarify what issues you need help with or what repairs we might suggest, it would be very helpful...
If the condenser fans are not working properly, the effect that you are describing (delivered air not as cold at idle) will occur. The condenser fans provide the air flow that is necessary to remove a lot of the heat...
For your issue, the appropriate service is a no start diagnostic (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/car-is-not-starting-inspection). If your car battery passes a load test, which is the first thing to confirm, the mechanic will check for power "to" the starter motor. If there is...
Hi - the description for each Check Engine problem code contains the clues (https://www.yourmechanic.com/question/o2-sensor-by-andrew-t_3) : for a given code - P1647 for example - the description is "Bank 2, Sensor 1". This means the first sensor in the exhaust system...
Hello. There is no problem with you adding a conventional oil to your vehicle if it already has synthetic in it. The only thing that you need to make sure of is that you are using the correct weight oil...
If the battery is weak enough, it is possible that it may have enough power to power the gauges in the dash, but not enough to engage the starter. This may also be related to a bad ground connection at...
