XK8 Parts Review: XK8 Misfire
Some weeks back my XK8 experienced uneven running for a short time and then resumed back to normal running. When the misfire occurred, the dashboard displayed – ‘restricted mode’. I have since changed all the spark plugs and initially the car ran well but since then the misfire has returned. With my MK2 and the older Jaguars, it was a question of working backwards from the plug - to the plug cap - to the plug lead and then to the distributor cap (points and rotor arm).
With an XK8 with 8 ignition coils it is not that easy. Therefore, at a loss, I took the car to my local independent Jaguar specialist who then ran their diagnostics on the car and the result was that one of the 8 ignition coils had failed. With my car’s mileage at 90000 miles I decided to replace all 8 of the coils. The ignition coils are readily available (see below) and the job is quite straightforward for the DIY mechanic. My XK8 is now running great. The diagnostic check using the Autologic system really helped save a lot of time, head scratching and potentially costs. These modern Jaguar XK8 / Jaguar XKR cars are generally reliable but with their advanced electronics it makes sense to go to the experts to get the car back running smoothly on all 8 cylinders again.
XK8 / XKR Ignition Coil Replacement Solves XK8 Misfire
XK8 / XKR Parts Part Numbers and Part Availability:
XK8 / XKR Cars Up to Vin 042775
On Plug Ignition Coil – 2 Pin - LCA1510AB
On Plug Ignition Coil – 4 Pin - LNE1510AB
XK8 / XKR Cars from Vin A00083 to A30644
On Plug Ignition Coil – 4 Pin - LNE1510AB
XK8 / XKR Cars from Vin A30645
On Plug Ignition Coil - AJ810445
We can supply new and sometimes used on-plug ignition coils. CONTACT DAVE @ XK8 PARTS TO ORDER.
Leave a Reply
You must be logged in to post a comment.
