Hi,

I am looking for the engine identification number for my '97 XK8. I just got a quote for $7218.72 to do
the timing chains and tensioners. Of this $4515.29 was parts from the Jaguar dealer down south .
I can get a timing chain kit on Ebay that includes all the mechanical parts and the gaskets, seals,
bolts, O rings, bolt isolators etc but the supplier wants to know the engine number and I can't find
it. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

 

As you face the engine from the front, it's just to the right of the thermostat tower. You'll probably need a flashlight to see it.

 

Thank you sir. I'll have a look when I get home.

Tom

 

Hi RJ237,

It was to dark by the time I got home to see the numbers clearly but I did sort of see them.
Weekend thing I guess but I did find an engine number in the original warranty and benefits
book. It says Engine No. CA960814 043. Is this the same number as on the block?

Thanks,

Tom

 

Yes, that's the number. Aug. 14, 1996.

 

Hi R237,

Right on. That saves me some searching and squinting.
Thank you for your help. Just out of curiosity, what does
the 043 stand for?

 

At a wild guess, the forty-third engine made that month?

 

I'm not sure, but think it's hour and minute of that day.

 

If you scratch around you may find the missing digit (there should be 4 for the time). Generally of no real significance other than to make the number unique to the day.

 

I thought there was supposed to be four digits but couldn't find a link. Thanks for that.

 

TBH I'd just repeated what I'd read and found as it made sense, so you prompted me to search. It's in the 168 training guide:



I wasn't aware that the s/n moved at the changeover point, so I've learnt something new