2000 JAGUAR XJ8 AJ-V8-4.0/AJ26 (X308)
X308 / 4-door Sedan / Global (primarily UK, Europe, North America, Australia)
AJ-V8-4.0AJ26Exakter Jahres-/Varianten-DatensatzGold
Engine identity
Oils and fluids
Service and parts data
Common and chronic problems
- Rear axle carrier bush wear
- Dashboard cracking in hot climates
- Electronic instrument cluster intermittent failures
First checks
- Inspect timing chains for stretch
- Check rear subframe bushes
- Monitor transmission smoothness and fluid condition
Vor dem Teiletausch
- Save fault codes and freeze-frame data before clearing anything.
- Check engine oil, coolant and transmission fluid using the correct temperature and service procedure.
- Verify power, ground, connectors, hoses, leaks and live data before replacing expensive parts.
Important notes
- The 2000 model year XJ8 marks the continuation of the X308 generation introduced in late 1997.
- Markets vary in engine power due to emissions and fuel quality regulations.