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Does the "P" in the shift indicator glow red? If not, the engine won't crank. If jiggling the gearshift restores the red glow and the engine then cranks as normal, adjusting the 'linear switch' will almost certainly fix the problem. It's rather common.
The linear switch is the black rectangular box to the right of the gearshift. Loosen the (awkward to reach) hold-down screws and gently slide the switch fore-aft until you find the sweet spot-----you'll know when the "P" glows red.
The 'Not in Park" switch is what defeats the shift interlock solenoid when the gearshift is (you guessed it!) not in park. I'm not aware of it being part of the starter circuit in any way. If the NIP switch is on the fritz then the interlock solenoid would annoyingly operate whenever the brake pedal is pressed. It's supposed to operate only when the gearshift is in Park.
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The linear switch is the black rectangular box to the right of the gearshift. Loosen the (awkward to reach) hold-down screws and gently slide the switch fore-aft until you find the sweet spot-----you'll know when the "P" glows red.
The 'Not in Park" switch is what defeats the shift interlock solenoid when the gearshift is (you guessed it!) not in park. I'm not aware of it being part of the starter circuit in any way. If the NIP switch is on the fritz then the interlock solenoid would annoyingly operate whenever the brake pedal is pressed. It's supposed to operate only when the gearshift is in Park.
Cheers
DD
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Hi Tipptone and greetings from a fellow Irish owner, based in Kerry. I'm guessing from your name you might be in Tipperary? Anyway, the problem would most likely be the above mentioned switch, which is accessed after removing the "ski slope" which has indeed been covered here a million times, so a search should uncover the details.
As an aside, I drive a 4.0l xj6, but have a 3.2 donor car, many parts of which aren't interchangeable, so if there's anything you need that I might never use, give me a shout. I'd be happy to see parts go to a good home.
Do tell us more about your car though...................
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Ski Slope (Center Console) Removal Instructions
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Here is a link that describes how to remove the ski Slope to gain access.
I hope it helps you.
https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/x...300-faq-57038/
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Here is a link that describes how to remove the ski Slope to gain access.
I hope it helps you.
https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/x...300-faq-57038/
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So with the help so freely given, I finally removed the ski slope & jiggled the linear switch back & forth. Now all the indicator lights come on exactly in line with the gear shift and I don't have to nudge it to engage the starter. There's a success!
BigBoss - you would find Nenagh & area changed. No more donkey carts going to market!
BigBoss - you would find Nenagh & area changed. No more donkey carts going to market!
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