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HOMESERVICE MANUALSJAGUAR2018XE BASE, 2.0L ENG VIN N, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE MECHANICALMECHANICALENGINE SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION -- XE (X760)ENGINE SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATIONDIAGNOSIS AND TESTINGCOMPONENT TEST - CYLINDER COMPRESSION TESTTEST PROCEDURE
2018 Jaguar XE Base, 2.0L Eng VIN N, AWD
Test Procedure
2018 Jaguar XE Base, 2.0L Eng VIN N, AWDSECTION Test Procedure
WARNING:
Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.
- Set the transmission to Park (automatic transmission).
- Remove the fuel pump relay.
- Start the engine - the engine will start, run for a few seconds then stall.
- Remove the spark plugs.
- Install the compression tester.
- Install an auxiliary starter switch in the starting circuit. With the ignition switch OFF, using the auxiliary starter switch, crank the engine a minimum of five compression strokes and record the highest reading. Note the approximate number of compression strokes required to obtain the highest reading.
- Repeat the test on each cylinder, cranking the engine approximately the same number of compression strokes.
- Install the removed components in reverse order, observing the specified tightening torques.
- Clear DTCs.
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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.