I know I have seen the recommended software with a cord from the laptop to the port on the site before, but can't seem to find it. I have a Windows 7 laptop, and would like to get the software. Can someone tell me where to get the appropriate software? I have a 2008 XK.

 

Are you interested in the full, licensed version for lots and lots of $$$, or do you do the 'sneak' thing and pay nothing, but don't have live access to new files?

 

https://www.britishdiagnostics.co.uk...-compatibility

This is what i used, not perfect but pretty happy so far

 

I've hears so REALLY bad stuff from British Diagnostics. Maybe you'll do good, maybe not.

 

Howdy. You need a bit more than the software. I would get the software from someone on the forum - look here:
https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/g...4/#post2229552

Regarding the laptop, use a fresh install of windows 7 - think you want 32 bit, not 64. Once you load the software do this:
https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/g...4/#post2325751

Regarding Dongles, read the attached. The DA Dongle gets good reviews

 

I have the DA Dongle! I've never had a problem with it, but the price had doubled these past six years.

 

I think I will be happy with the sneaky pay-not-much version, and don't care about access to new live files.

 

Hi Sean - how do I acquire the software from members? And what would be the best cable to get?

The British diagnostic type set-up is what I would want, is there a better place to get it after seeing people with problems with British Diagnostics?

 

cracked sdd v160 is everywhere on the internet with install instructions. just type jlr v160 into google and download from the first result

buy a da dongle and you’re good to go

 

You don't need any version newer than 123 for your 2008. Newer versions are for newer vehicles. All the updates (TSB's etc) will have been made for your model year with that version. Actually you can probably get by with version 118.
I would avoid BD and go with DA dongle as the guys on this forum have used it with great success and no issues.
As for getting the software, reach out (PM) Motorcarman or GGG and they will give you a link to download. Don't download from the inter web when you have trusted guys on this forum who have the software. I'd send you mine but it was customized for my 07 and I don't know all of the modified files or whether they would impact your 08

 

118 is IDS


160 is way less janky than the early versions. easier to download and install and runs on windows 10.

 

Thx xalty. I have 118 and it is in fact SDD but also includes IDS, which I prefer personally. The OP has windows 7 and I'll defer to you the jankiness compared to earlier versions

 

Can't speak for others, but I've been using V130 from BD for 8 months without any problems (except the learning curve).

Runs on a BD-configured VM XP machine resident on a Win 10 PC. Installed easily if instructions followed exactly.

The BD supplied dongle, which I assume is a knockoff, runs fine.

Yes, the JLR SDD program is primitive as a cave painting, but it runs as it claims to.

I use "Car Scanner Pro" connecting my Samsung S9 Droid via Bluetooth to a typical Elm 327 adapter. This lets me use the "Car Scanner Pro" Data Recording tool, which is light years ahead of the crappy one on SDD. Other Play store apps run through the Elm.

And, yes, BD support is nonexistent. So, you should be comfortable with PC's and the use of a Virtual Machine.

But it runs, diagnoses and gives me the JLR codes that align to the Shop Manual. Also runs the resident tools, like Seat Calibration, Aux port enablement and so on.

 

Hey Panthera.....Would you trust your BD clone to clear transmission adaptions? I've just blown over 500 for filter, LG6 fluid and ZF solenoids from CTSC (trying to fix a very random and intermittent P0738)...I already have the BD Mongoose clone and the VM XP V130...it seems ok, but various posts around here seem to equate the clone to a game of Russian Roulette with 5 in the cylinder rather than 1....

 

I've cleared tranny adaptations several times with the BD rig on my '07 base with the ZF. Just make sure you have at least 12+VDC on the battery, SDD will not execute some routines below 11.5 (?) or so VDC, Better yet is a full charge, unless you have a power supply on the battery. Note I don't discount the troubles others have had; I just haven't experienced any myself with SDD.

Some routines (like the adaptation clear) are very quick; some very long, hence the need for DC power. You should get the relearning procedure for the Jag ZF and execute it when the adaptations are cleared. OTOH, though you can just start driving after clearing, you should do the relearning procedure. Realistically, you don't have to dance through all the relearning procedure. I do as much as I can without getting run over here in SoFla traffic.

There are two excellent explanations for ZF adaptation issues, as well as a discussion of the relearning procedure. Further, an example (Audi, in this case) of ZF fill pressures as a diagnostic tool are discussed. Very educational on how the ZF adaptation process actually works. If anyone has the Jaguar fill pressure ranges from the X150 base, please post them.

Panthera


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I finally went and bought a DA dongle, and now I need the software. None of the free downloads on the internet seem to work, so does anyone have a way to get the software?

 

Since it's a fairly expensive program and the newer versions require a paid subscription, about the only way is to get an older copy from someone who already has it, or check the Caribbean Seas for an outlaw captain and crew.

 

Try this on my cloud drive - version 130 - don't remember if I tried it. 3.04 GB file size.Not sure if the drive for the dongle is included.

https://mega.nz/file/wpJ2RZpA#A53JGC...S7lMoMK7roGNQc

 

Thanks! I have been struggling all day to get it downloaded. I'll keep trying tomorrow.

 

Hi
Don't know if this helps but I bought this last week to help a customer who's car had issues after battery was disconnected.
Could not do anything with it via Autel or Snap-On.
This fixed the problem and the seller was incredibly helpful. Put it on an old Windows 7 laptop quite easily unlike a lot of cheap diagnostic software I've bought in the past.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/223569021373
Before anyone asks I'm nothing to do with this guy, I joined the forum last week looking for a solution to my customers issue.