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Old 09-10-2016, 01:42 PM
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Just bought myself a xj x300 4.0 sovereign here in Norway after 25 years of dreaming about these cars. Found a beautiful car but it needs some servicing. Its done about 84000 miles. (135 000 km )


Had it for 2 days and I have already changed the battery, air filter and the engine oil (05w-40w) . On the first day I got a transmission warning light and then it died on idle. It started again immediately though. No warning lights after I changed the battery,airfilter and oil, but it still idles at 700-900 in park, and 400-500rpm while in drive, slowly rolling, ALMOST dying out. Hoping that this will go away after changing sparks plugs this week. if not I might order a new MAF.


Other than that I'll be changing the front brakes tomorrow, and maybe transmission oil etc etc.
The car is wonderful and a dream to ride. It sounds amazing and really pulls well. I am also really looking forward to getting some hints and help in this forum as my mechanical skills are almost non existent.
 
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Old 09-10-2016, 02:25 PM
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Congratulations on Finally realizing your dream!
900rpm seems OK for idle in Park but 400rpm in Drive is indeed a bit slow. Someone will be along shortly to direct you to the correct section where members can help you fix that.

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Old 09-10-2016, 04:20 PM
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Welcome to the forum Tcasmarcus,

Good to have you with us at Jaguar forums.

Follow this link XJ XJ6 / XJR6 ( X300 ) - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum to the X300 forum for help, advice and information.
The 'HOW TO' thread at the top is a good place to start for information on regular issues.

You can also visit the Europe Region forum by following this link Europe - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum
to find other members in your region.

Enjoy the forums.

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Welcome.

Graham has directed you to the X300 section where the answers will be.

I would suggest a trans fluid drop and refill, as fresh fluid in there will do no harm after all these years.
 
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welcome to the forum - enjoy!!
 
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Welcome to Jaguar Forums Tcasmarcus,

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