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2000 Jaguar XJ8-L Tensioner Replacement
Written by: als961 on Sep 19, 2009 10:43:03 AM
I am the original owner of this Jaguar. It only has 70000 miles and been regularly maintained by the local dealer. Never had any issue until a week ago where upon starting the car I got a very rough start. I brought the car to the dealer and they indicated that there it is related to Tensioner which might be broken and the cost $2700 to have everything checked and replaced. ... Read More

Re: Jaguar XK-Series: Electrical Malfunctions [Mr_Shiftright]
Written by: bigdbrent on Apr 24, 2009 9:10:59 AM
My 2000 XKR rumbles under hard acceleration and has reduced power. Interestingly when this happens there is distortion in the radio followed by no treble for 30-45 seconds. Given this there appears to be a disturbance of the electrical system under load. The car had previously gotten some water on Coil #8 when the old owner washed the motor. The check engine light has not come back on since drying the ... Read More

Re: Early XK8 chain tensioners [jhimel]
Written by: Mr_Shiftright on Feb 1, 2008 9:02:31 AM
Jaguar depreciation for a year 2000 is pretty drastic. That's about retail for a 2000 VDP SC, shocking as that sounds. Your chain problem is one reason these cars can be bought so cheap. But with the upgrade, you should be okay.
Re: Early XK8 chain tensioners [gregad]
Written by: jhimel on Jan 31, 2008 3:42:51 PM
My 2000 Vanden Plas had the same problem !! Thank god the chain broke during start up. I had to have my Chain Tensioners Replaced and all 4 of my chains !!! This cost me $2650. I would love to get something from Jaguar. They know about this problem. They have upgraded the Tensioners 2 times !! But I BOUGHT THIS $90,000 CAR WITH 65K MILES FOR 15K OUT THE DOOR. ... Read More