This manual is built for the 2008 Jaguar XK specifically, matched down to its 4.2L V8 (VIN B) engine and body style, so the torque values, wiring diagrams, and service procedures inside are the ones Jaguar published for this exact car rather than a generic XK reference spanning years it doesn't apply to.
Engines
- 4.2L V8 (VIN B) Gas
Trims
- Base Convertible 2-Door
- Base Coupe 2-Door
Known issues on the 2008 XK. One recall is on federal record for this model year. It covers the run-flat tire pressure monitoring system: the TPMS warnings were switched off at the factory, so if the electronic control unit sent a low-pressure signal, neither the instrument cluster telltale nor the message center text would display, leaving a deflating tire undetected. Owners have filed 5 complaints for the year, and no technical service bulletins are logged. The factory diagnostic and repair procedures behind that system are here.
Whether you're checking the TPMS wiring or working through a routine service interval, it keeps you on the OEM procedure and the correct specification for your specific 2008 XK.
JAGUAR IS RECALLING 112 MY 2007-2009 XK VEHICLES FITTED WITH RUN FLAT TIRES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO.138, "TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTE
FAILURE TO WARN OF TIRE DEFLATIONS IS A NON-COMPLIANCE WITH FMVSS 138 AND COULD LEAD TO TIRE FAILURE
DEALERS WILL UPDATE THE CAR CONFIGURATION FILE SETTINGS TO ENABLE THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER TO FLAG THE
Climate Control.
Parkbrake Warning Lamp I l luminated
Diagnostic Concerns.
Post K202 Transmission Control Switch Issues
Bluetooth phone connectivity
Charging a vehicle fitted with Battery monitoring system
Title: 5.0L V8 (AJ133) overheating due to incorrect
Lack of Cooling From Air Conditioning
Showing the 8 most recent of 193 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 JAGUAR XK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEADLIGHT ON THE DRIVER SIDE CAUGHT FIRE AND MELTED THE HEADLIGHT CASING. THE HEADLIGHT ON THE PASSENGER SIDE ALSO BEGAN TO MELT. THE
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 JAGUAR XK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEADLIGHT ON THE DRIVER SIDE CAUGHT FIRE AND MELTED THE HEADLIGHT CASING. THE HEADLIGHT ON THE PASSENGER SIDE ALSO BEGAN TO MELT. THE
2008 JAGUAR XK. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO PREMATURE REAR WINDOW DETACHMENT ON VEHICLE CONVERTIBLE TOP REPAIRS. *SMD THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THE DETACHMENT PROBLEM WAS COMMON AND THE REPAIR/REP
TL * THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 JAGUAR XK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL BEGAN LEAKING FLUID. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN VERIFIED THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THE
TL * THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 JAGUAR XK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL BEGAN LEAKING FLUID. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN VERIFIED THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THE
Showing the 5 most serious of 7 complaints filed with NHTSA.
