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Damper Diagnosis Added To TOPIX (SSM72059)
Reference number: SSM72059
DAMPER DIAGNOSIS ADDED TO TOPIX
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
| JAGUAR: | XK/X150, XJ/X351, XF/X250 |
| CATEGORY: | Chassis |
SERVICE INFORMATION
Symptom 304000 Suspension System
Attachments
ISSUE
Content
Warranty investigations in to front and rear dampers returned for leaking oil, have found to be no fault found
CAUSE
Slight mist of oil on the damper is incorrectly diagnosed as damper failure
ACTION
A new damper diagnosis section has been added to TOPIx listed in the following areas.
Please refer to this when investigating suspected damper failure.
X250/XF (all model years)/Workshop Manual/204-01 Front Suspension/Diagnosis & Testing.
X250/XF (all model years)/Workshop Manual/204-02 Rear Suspension/Diagnosis & Testing.
X351/XJ (all model years)/Workshop Manual/204-01 Front Suspension/Diagnosis & Testing.
X150/XK (all model years)/Workshop Manual/204-01 Front Suspension/Diagnosis & Testing.
X150/XK (all model years)/Workshop Manual/204-02 Rear Suspension/Diagnosis & Testing.
Ratings:
Technicians - Please rate this SSM and provide comments so that future communications can be improved.
1 = Poor - Basic information provided - The SSM does not help me resolve the customer concern.
3 = Average - Adequate information provided - The SSM partially helps me resolve the customer concern.
5 = Excellent - All required information provided to resolve the customer concern.
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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.