Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Vehicle - Specification Changes and Enhancements: Overview

XK8

DATE
10/97

100-08

MODEL
1998 MY
XK8 Range

VIN
018108-ON

1998 MY Product Update - Vehicle Specification Changes and Feature Enhancements

Issue:
This Technical Bulletin is issued for Dealers and workshop personnel to identify Model Year program changes to the XK8.

A Technical Guide Manual for the 1998 MY XK8 will not be issued.

Changes between 1997 MY and 1998 MY vehicles involve the following subjects:

Body

^ Paints
^ Exterior Trim

Engine

^ Basic Engine
^ EGR System
^ Engine Lubrication

Engine Management

^ ECM

Transmission

^ Torque Converter

Transmission Management

^ TCM

Fuel System

^ Evaporative Loss System

Climate Control

^ Air Distribution
^ A/C Compressor Lock-sensing Deleted

Electrical/Electronic

^ Windshield Wipers
^ Horn Operation
^ BPM control of Transit Isolation Relay
^ BPM Grounds Incorporated As Case Grounds
^ Exterior Lighting
^ Switchgear
^ Relays

Security System

In-car Entertainment System

^ Portable Phone