Fixing Leaky Cruise Control Bellows on 1980-1987 Jaguar XJ6 and Most XJS Models If you own a 1980-1987 Jaguar XJ6 or most XJS models, you may encounter issues with the cruise control system due to a leaky rubber bellows. This component plays a crucial role in maintaining proper cruise control function, and leaks can lead […]
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Part Two: Understanding the Air Injection System
Part Two: Understanding the Air Injection System on 1981-1987 XJ6 and V12 XJS Jaguars In Part One, we discussed the emissions check valve and its role in the air injection system. Now, let’s take a step back and explore how the entire air injection system works on the 1981-1987 XJ6 Jaguars and V12 XJS models. […]
Part One: Understanding and Replacing the Emissions Check Valve
Part One: Understanding and Replacing the Emissions Check Valve on 1981-1987 XJ6 and V12 XJS Jaguars The emissions check valve (part number EBC10196) is a critical component of the air injection system found on 1981-1987 XJ6 Jaguars and all V12 XJS models. This system includes the familiar air injection pipes that screw into the top […]
Changing the Series III XJ6 Headlamps – 7″ Conversion
How to Convert XJ6 Headlamps to Seven-Inch Headlamps If you own a Series III Jaguar XJ6 and want to restore its original European headlamp look, a seven-inch headlamp conversion is a great project. Here’s a guide to help you complete the conversion and give your Jaguar a more refined appearance. Background: Why the Conversion is […]
Jaguar XJ6 Stuck Headlamp Relay
How to Fix a Stuck Headlamp Relay on a Jaguar XJ6 If your Jaguar XJ6’s headlights are stuck on high or low beams and won’t switch modes, the issue is likely with the headlamp relay. Here’s how to identify and fix the problem. What Is the Headlamp Relay? The headlamp relay is a silver box, […]
Fuel Hose on 1979-1987 XJ6 XJS
Ok, straight from the shop floor: This week’s tech bit is about the fuel supply hose line on a 1979-1987 XJ6 XJS. This fuel hose may touch the battery on its way to the fuel rail. We just had a car in the shop with a fuel supply hose that had been partially eaten away […]
“Whooshing” Fuel Tanks in Series III XJ6 Jaguars
To fix the issue with the fuel vapor recovery system in your Series III XJ6 Jaguar, you need to address a common problem that can lead to a vacuum buildup in the fuel tank. Here’s a step-by-step explanation of the issue and how to resolve it: Understanding the Problem The Series III XJ6 Jaguar is […]
Enabling the fog light position on the XJ6 headlamp switch
U.S. Series III owners (1979-1987 XJ6). No doubt by now you’ve noticed that the fourth position on the headlight switch, marked “FOG” is unavailable, until now. The FOG position is a snap to enable. Just remove the bezel. If you look carefully you will see a small C clip at the base of the shaft. […]
Reprograming Keyless Entry Remotes for 1990-1997 XJ6 Jaguar Models
How to Reprogram Keyless Entry Remotes for 1990-1997 XJ6 Jaguar Models If you’ve replaced the batteries in your keyless entry remote and need to reprogram it, follow the steps below according to your Jaguar XJ6 model year. These procedures apply only to original Jaguar factory-installed alarm systems. If these steps do not work, you will […]
Rear Hub Cracks
The pre-1988 XJ6 and the XJS have a problem with the outer hubs on the IRS unit. The lower pivot point has a tendency to crack (definition:The rear hub is the big aluminum unit that the rear wheel bolts up to). Check these periodically, cleaning them up if necessary in order to see clearly. A […]
