Recently, the failsafe engine mode light has come on. Coolant and oil levels are adequate. what is causing this? and how do we correct it?

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Recently, the failsafe engine mode light has come on. Coolant and oil levels are adequate. what is causing this? and how do we correct it?

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Relly De Jesus
Jaguar Mechanic

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Good morning

 

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Customer

could the engine failsafe mode be caused by a low amount of transmission fluid??

 

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Relly De Jesus
Jaguar Mechanic

Morning Daniel

How are you doing? Can you access the car at the moment? As a first course of action, I strongly suggest that you remove the negative battery connector and let it sit for 5 minutes before reconnecting it. This will reset the system and can get it back to it's normal operation. 

Relly

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Relly De Jesus
Jaguar Mechanic

May I know the exact year and model of your Jaguar as well

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Customer

Relly, I am not with the car at the present time (didnt want to drive it with the failsafe mode message on).  1999 XK8 

 

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Relly De Jesus
Jaguar Mechanic

I see... First, try removing the negative battery connector and let it sit for 5 minutes before reconnecting it. This will reset the system and can get it back to it's normal operating state. If the light is still on, I suggest that you take it in to the nearest auto repair shop for engine scanning. OBD II readers will know the fault code, by then you will know what part you need to replace. It can be any sensor in the engine and OBD II scanner can narrow down the fault

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Customer

could low fluids be the cause??

 

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Relly De Jesus
Jaguar Mechanic

Low fluid could be the cause as well Daniel. But if the fluids are good, I strongly suggest to take it in for engine scan

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Customer

ok, thanks for the advice Relly

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Relly De Jesus
Jaguar Mechanic

Dear Daniel It was a pleasure helping you with your Jaguar issue today. Here is a summary of the resolution.

Issue identified : Failsafe engine light is on
Solution Implemented : Adviced reset procedure and OBD II to know the fault code and parts replacement. Solution Accepted
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