XK8 Coupe, 1997 - When last on a ramp the mechanic noticed two square plates, about six inches, under the area of the front seats; the plates are starting to show signs of corrosion. Can anyone tell me what purpose these plates serve, and if they can be removed and the floor pan made good? My best g...

Thanks to all who responded, confirming my thought that all was not as it should be. The Master Technician at the dealership took the car for a drive and immediately took it into the workshop. The explanation was that the speed sensor terminal block had "backed out" after fitting of the replacement ...

Nick and all others who responded: The Master Technician at the dealership took the car for a drive and immediately took it into the workshop. The explanation was that the speed sensor terminal block had "backed out" after fitting of the replacement steering rack. Plug refitted, problem solved. Rega...

I posted this previously in "Steering, etc", but have since realised that I might get a better response from a wider audience, so if you can put me on the right track I will be grateful: I recently acquired my first Jaguar - XK8 Coupe - in over 40 years' motoring, MY 1997 (Jan), 73800 miles. A searc...

Thanks Bill and D_D My expextations are aligned to the latter posting; light at low speed and more weighted at high - dare I say this is how my lowly company hack (Citroen C4) behaves. If there is a technical explanation I would like reassurance that it is not possible to schedule the steering laws ...

I recently acquired my first Jaguar in over 40 years' motoring, MY 1997 (Jan), 73800 miles. A search revealed that the steering rack had been replaced under warranty in Sep 1997. Prior to buyng the car I had a dealer inspection carried out; this identified a small seeping propshaft seal and one boot...