This 2001 Jaguar XJ8 factory service and repair manual is built around the 4.0L V8 (VIN C) and the specific trim under the hood, so the torque values, wiring routes, and diagnostic steps inside are the ones Jaguar published for this exact configuration, not an approximation drawn from a similar year.
Engines
- 4.0L V8 (VIN C) Gas
Trims
- Base Sedan 4-Door
- L Sedan 4-Door
Known issues on the 2001 XJ8. One recall is on federal record for this model year, covering the fuel system: certain aftermarket replacement fuel filters supplied for this vehicle used a connector that was not built to spec, so the O-ring may fail to seat correctly on the fuel line, which can allow a fuel leak and, near an ignition source, a fire. Owners have filed 14 complaints for the year, and no technical service bulletins are logged. The factory diagnostic and repair procedures behind the fuel system are here.
Whether you're inspecting the fuel filter connection or working through a broader service interval, it keeps you on Jaguar's own procedure and the correct spec for your specific 2001 XJ8.
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURE
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. I
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOB
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WHILE DRIVING 40-45 MPH VEHICLE STARTED TO SMOKE. A FEW MINUTES LATER VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE IN THE FRONT END. *AK PRIOR TO THE FIRE THERE WAS SLIGHT POWER LOSS, ODOR AND WHITE SMOKE COMING FROM UNDE
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 JAGUAR XJ8. WHILE DRIVING AT 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND VARIOUS WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT ABLE TO RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 JAGUAR XJ8. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE CHECK ENGINE AND ERROR WARNING LIGHTS WERE ILLUMINATED. THE PERFORMANCE OF THE ENGINE WAS RESTRICTED WITH MINI
CONVERTIBLE TO HYDRAULIC SYSTEM FAILED ON JAGUAR XK8. *TR
CONVERTIBLE TO HYDRAULIC SYSTEM FAILED ON JAGUAR XK8. *TR
Showing the 5 most serious of 20 complaints filed with NHTSA.
