I am new to the group and have a question

[DocStu]

Hello All!
I am a new jag owner and love the performance and style of my car. However, my check engine light has come on and a local mechanic (not dealer) checked it out and said I had error code PO460 (Fuel level sensor unit?) was faulty. The mechanic said this is not a huge problem, but if I wanted it fixed I would need a whole new fuel pump assembly (3 separate parts) to fix it completely. This would require pulling the fuel tank. My question is, can the sender sensor just be replaced or does the whole assembly need replaced. He quoted me a price of about $800.00 USD. That seems steep for a fuel level sending sensor. Am I being fed a line of bull or does that sound right. The car is a 2003 X-type (15K miles) 3.0 engine. Thank you for offering this valuable website. DocStu

 

[DrEntropy]

Likely the wrench is hedging his bets. Dropping the tank to replace the sender is a tedious and not unrisky job. If the pump or any of the three bits (pump, filter, sender) fails in near future, he'd be held responsible. From his perspective it'd be better to replace the assembly as a unit and reduce his "risk".

Which end of PA are you nearest?

And welcome to the forum!

 

[DocStu]

Thank you for the gracious welcome. I'm glad this is available for a "novice" jaguar owner such as myself. I guess I will have my mechanic repair the unit. I have recently heard not so good things about x-types, is this justified? Thanks again. DocStu

I am in Bedford, Pennsylvania. It is about an 1:45min east of Pittsburgh and 30min north of the Maryland state line.

 

[DrEntropy]

Better the V-6 than the V-8... Now I gotta don me Nomex. /bcforum/images/%%GRAEMLIN_URL%%/wink.gif

The cars are only as good (or bad) as the care they receive. Bit higher parts/maintenance cost, but hey, it ain't a Chevy. If you keep up with the routine stuff and deal with things as they occurr you should be able to enjoy the car. They are better when driven. If left static for long periods they tend to succumb to atrophy. Drive it! /bcforum/images/%%GRAEMLIN_URL%%/thumbsup.gif

I'm familiar with the area. We're native western Pennsyltuckyans. Bit further north and west of ya.

 

[Steve]

I'd like to add my welcome. Good to have you on the forum.

Most of us tend to know more about the older cars, but there are a couple of Jaguar techs who frequent our halls, and they are well-versed in the foibles of the more modern examples.

Stop by the introduction area and say "Hi" to the general membership, you find them welcoming and encouraging, no matter what you drive or how new it is.

 

[equiprx]

Doc,
You might find more up to date X-type info on the JagLovers.org site. They have a group of active enthusiast that deal with current production models. This is a great site for lots of reasons just not perfect for your car.

 

[DocStu]

Everyone, Thanks for the information. In less than 24hrs. I have been greeted by three different people and had my questions answered. You guys have a great thing going and I am glad to be part of it. DocStu

 

[bmurphy7369]

DocStu,

Welcome to the forum! I don't have any knowledge regarding your issue, but just wanted to say that we are glad to have you. In the past few years I have noticed many more owners of late-model Jaguars joining and this is a great thing for the forum. Hang in there, someone will come through with some helpful advice. Again, welcome, and keep us informed on your progress.

Best Regards,
Brian

 

[DrEntropy]

The forum members here are a fairly proactive bunch. If you leave a thread sit for a few days it'll be a LOOONG read to the end, usually. We've ~almost~ done "internet repairs" in real time. /bcforum/images/%%GRAEMLIN_URL%%/wink.gif

 

[DocStu]

Thanks guys. Have a great day. DocStu

 

[toysrrus]

Hi There Doc,

"Welcome" to the wonderful world of "LBCs" on the "BCF".

Hey Doc: What sort of "Doc" are you? MD, PHD or what? Perhaps we may be able to ask yourself for some "Medical" or "Mental" advice while working on our LBCs. /bcforum/images/%%GRAEMLIN_URL%%/crazyeyes.gif

I reside in the Pocono Mtns of PA. The new gaming capitol in the NE. /bcforum/images/%%GRAEMLIN_URL%%/pukeface.gif

Should you perhaps want or need more info. for your request; There is a Brit Car Guru out here in the "Stroudsburg" area by the name of "Don Lawson" of "Northeastern Classics". /bcforum/images/%%GRAEMLIN_URL%%/bow.gif His work phone # is: (570)424-6379. He owns a `63 E-Type Rdstr & `47 MGTC that would knock your socks off. /bcforum/images/%%GRAEMLIN_URL%%/thumbsup.gif He has been working on LBCs for over 30yrs. I`m certain he would be more than happy to answer phone questions for you; If you wish. Tell him "Russ" from "Effort" sent you. /bcforum/images/%%GRAEMLIN_URL%%/crazy.gif He may tell you where to go but give it a try if need be.

Best Wishes,

Russ /bcforum/images/%%GRAEMLIN_URL%%/banana.gif

 

[Basil]

Hello All!
I am a new jag owner and love the performance and style of my car. However, my check engine light has come on and a local mechanic (not dealer) checked it out and said I had error code PO460 (Fuel level sensor unit?) was faulty. The mechanic said this is not a huge problem, but if I wanted it fixed I would need a whole new fuel pump assembly (3 separate parts) to fix it completely. This would require pulling the fuel tank. My question is, can the sender sensor just be replaced or does the whole assembly need replaced. He quoted me a price of about $800.00 USD. That seems steep for a fuel level sending sensor. Am I being fed a line of bull or does that sound right. The car is a 2003 X-type (15K miles) 3.0 engine. Thank you for offering this valuable website. DocStu

I had the same thing happen on my new Hyundai Santa Fe. Turns out it was just due to my "over filling" at the gas pump. They reset the code for me and told me "when the gas auto shuts off, don't keep trying to top it off, just stop when it shuts off." Before you go spending $$$ on anything, have them reset the code, then from now on, when you fill teh tank, and it stops automatically, just leave it and don't try to get those few extra cents in the tank. See if the light then comes back on. If the light does come back on, then you can consider a replacement sensor. PS: I'd take it to a different dealer unless its under warrenty in which case let them change whatever they want if its free. But if its not under warrenty, I'd get a second opinion before forking out that much $$ for a whole new fuel pump. That sounds fishy to me frankly.

Welcome to the forum!

Basil