Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1990 Jaguar XJ6 BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Trouble Code Definition (DTC) Identification
NOTE:
For XJ6 models, additional codes not listed in this article have been updated as per TSB SECTION 18, No. 3 - Faulty Fuel Systems: New Feedback Fault Codes.
TROUBLE CODE IDENTIFICATION
| No. | System Affected | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|
| 12 | Mass Airflow (MAF) Sensor | Not In Operating Range |
| 14 | Coolant Temp. Sensor | Not In Operating Range |
| 16 | Air Temperature Sensor | Not In Operating Range |
| 17 | Throttle Position Sensor | Not In Operating Range |
| 18 | Throttle Potentiometer/MAF Sensor | Resistance Low at WOT |
| 19 | Throttle Potentiometer/MAF Sensor | Resistance High At Idle |
| 22 | Heated O2 Sensor/Fuel Pump Relay | Open Or Short Ckt @ Idle |
| 23 | Fuel Control | Rich Exhaust Indicated |
| 24 | Ignition Amplifier | Open Or Short Circuit |
| 26 | Air Leak/Running Lean | Lean Exhaust/Vacuum Leak |
| 29 | Electronic Control Module | Self Check |
| 33 | Fuel Injector Circuit | Open Or Short Circuit |
| 34 | Fuel Injector Circuit | Faulty Injector |
| 37 | EGR Solenoid Valve | Short Or Open Circuit |
| 39 | EGR Function | Faulty System Operation |
| 44 | Heated Oxygen Sensor | Rich Or Lean Condition |
| 46 | Idle Air Control Valve (Coil 1) | Open Or Short Circuit |
| 47 | Idle Air Control Valve (Coil 2) | Open Or Short Circuit |
| 48 | Idle Air Control Valve Position | Not Within Specification |
| 66 | Air Injection Pump Relay | Short Circuit Or Faulty Pump |
| 68 | Vehicle Speed Sensor | Incorrect Signal Voltage |
| 69 | Park/Neutral Position Switch Ckt | Engine Cranks In Drive |
| 89 | EVAP Canister Purge Control Valve | Voltage Out Of Range |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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