The Series III XJ6 and the XJS both have a reputation for being "easily combustible." The typical cause of engine fires is a leaking or ruptured fuel injector hose or fuel supply line. On the Series III, there are two places that you’ll want to check periodically. The first place is the fuel injector hose […]
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Replacing anti-lock brake pads
When you’re working on your Jaguar and it has an ABS (Antilock Braking System), changing the brake pads is a bit different from what you might be used to with older, non-ABS cars. Normally, you’d just unbolt the caliper, push the old pads apart to retract the piston, and swap in the new pads. This […]
What’s a Jaguar stakedown kit and why do you need one?
The XJ6 6-cylinder Jaguar engine was designed in the 1940s, and when designed was a perfectly functional engine. With the advent of stricter emissions requirements, the operating temperature of the engine increased, particularly around the exhaust ports. As a result of the temperature increase, the exhaust valve tappet guides tend to work loose and rise […]
Winter Cooling System Checks
When winter is near, it’s time to check and update your car’s cooling system. Here are a few things to check: A. With a coolant tester, test the antifreeze capacity of your current coolant. It should test to at least 20 degrees F below zero, or your coolant is suspect. B. Check the condition of […]
