Possible Causes

2002 Jaguar XK8 2D CoupeSECTION Possible Causes
  • Cylinder compression low.
  • Worn camshaft/broken valve spring(s).
  • Fuel delivery pressure low or high.
  • Fuel injector(s) blocked or leaking.
  • Fuel injector(s) continuously open.
  • Fuel contamination.
  • Fuel injector circuit fault(s). Injector DTCs is also flagged.
  • Spark plug failure, fouled or incorrect gap.
  • ECM to ignition module primary circuit fault (cylinder misfire DTC is also set).
  • Ignition module ground circuit open or high resistance.
  • Ignition module or coil failure.
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