1997 Jaguar XK8 Technical Service Bulletins

77 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 1997 Jaguar XK8. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10011325Oct 1, 1997Engine cooling. Special tool 307-010-05 - test adapter for oil pressure gauge.
• 10011285Oct 1, 1997Wheels. Front wheel hub - accumulation of excess grease - grease deflector ring.
• 10012188Sep 1, 1997Transmission and drivetrain. Checking fluid level - zf 5hp 24 e - revised procedure.
• 10011284Sep 1, 1997Suspension. Front suspension - noise diagnosis.
• 10012202Aug 1, 1997Equipment. A/c low pressure hose - interference with egr pipe - service action s 820.
• 10012208Jun 1, 1997Equipment. The radio/cassette unit installed can automatically display the message clean tap along with a tone warning.
• 10011479Jun 1, 1997Engine cooling. Poor heater performance - coolant specification change - service action s 813.
• 10011328Jun 1, 1997Engine cooling. Crankshaft damper - split cone locking method - removal tool.
• 10011273Jun 1, 1997Other or unknown. Towing eye locations - blanking plugs.
• 10012326May 1, 1997Body and structure. Convertible top - storage cover - revised fastening.
• 10012323May 1, 1997Body and structure. Creaking noise from windshield and fascia area - plenum contacting body braces - repair procedure.
• 10011348May 1, 1997Engine cooling. Exhaust manifold - retaining bolts - removal procedure.
• 10011331May 1, 1997Engine cooling. Part load breather line - proper routing.
• 10011296May 1, 1997Transmission and drivetrain. Recall campaign r815 - differential bearing circlip - checking and repair procedure. This bulletin replaces previous bulletin 205-01, dated 4/1997.
• 10011330Apr 1, 1997Electrical system. P1609 - pinpoint test - revised procedure.
• 10011297Apr 1, 1997Transmission and drivetrain. Drive shaft fasteners - revised torque specifications.
• 10012195Feb 1, 1997Fuel system. Poor hot start. Fuel tank pressure control valve - check operation.
• 10011302Feb 1, 1997Brakes. Incorrect torque specification - front & rear brake caliper retaining bolts & guide pins.
• 10012204Jan 1, 1997Equipment. Receiver/driver - a/c system servicing - preventing moisture contamination.
• 10011349Jan 1, 1997Engine cooling. Releasing drive belt - tool and procedure.
• 10011301Jan 1, 1997Brakes. Scraping noise - front brake disc shield - install washer.
• 10012209Dec 1, 1996Equipment. Power line interference on the am radio band in the form of a loud humming noise when driving under power lines. Revised radio.
• 10012319Nov 1, 1996Equipment. Cellular telephone - factory installed harness - connector/wiring information.
• 10012222Nov 1, 1996Transmission and drivetrain. Rubbing noise that appears to come from the drive shaft. Repair procedure.
• 10012213Nov 1, 1996Equipment. In-car entertainment - radio selectable features.
• 10012210Nov 1, 1996Equipment. Radio & cd autochanger compatibility - jaguar units mandatory.
• 10012206Nov 1, 1996Electrical system. Disconnecting battery - control module operation - special procedure.

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