Thanks. Will investigate after Christmas.

I have a relatively high mileage XJ8 and the driver door handle/armrest is showing signs of wear in that the stitching is being worn away. I am wondering whether this would this be an expensive repair or in fact whether it can be done

Further to earlier post - After much swearing and pulling and help from another pair of hands replacement now installed and working.

I have now received replacement part. I have managed to prize out the part but am having trouble removing the wire harness plugs. Is there a certain way of doing this? Do they just pull out or do small clips need to be released?

Following your instructions I think the light sensor is faulty. Obtaining a replacement. Thank you

Thanks for responses. I forgot to mention in my post that I had previously tried to turn off the "running lights" function. I have tried again today and followed the instruction that the change only works after an ignition sequence, but even with the screen showing as "off" the lights are still illu...

When putting lights to Auto on my 2006 XJ8 4.2 the side and outer headlights are on continuously regardless of light levels. Can someone please advise what is the cause of this malfunction? Thanks

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On returning from a 4 week holiday during which my XK8 Convertible has been left unused I have found a greenish oily liquid dripping from the Passenger occupancy sensor. Can anyone advise what this may be?
I have tested the hood and this raises and lowers OK.

I have just purchased 2003 XK8. The veneer on the top of the steering wheel is rather rough. Can this be smoothed with fine sandpaper and revarnished?