2003 Jaguar S-Type Jaguar S-Type 2003

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2003 Jaguar S-Type repairs by problem area

Engine (60%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (9%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (1%)

Other (1%)

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2003 Jaguar S-Type electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (22%)

$500 - $999 (33%)

$100 - $499 (22%)

< $100 (22%)

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Chart based on 9 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2003 Jaguar S-Type 4dr Sedan

supercharged 400hp 4.2L V8 6-speed automatic RWD

70000 mi

US $1000
AC Compressor clutch failed. Engine mounts need to be removed and engine raised in order to remove compressor. Very time consuming and expensive repair. Used parts were easy and inexpensive to obtain. 
78000 mi

US $500
Replace a defective HID headlight bulb. Both bulbs were replaced, one preventatively due to the outrageously extensive labor required to replace a headlight bulb - The front clip and bumper must be removed 

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2003 Jaguar S-Type 4dr Sedan

300-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed automatic RWD

121000 mi

US $600
Replaced rear electronic control module with used part. 
125700 mi Replaced dual water valve (DCCV). A/C problem not fixed, not uncommon for A/C multiple failures for this vehicle. Will continue with repair some other time. Continuation of the A/C problem: Repaired defective printed circuit board from the climate control module, verified current draw from the two DCCV solenoids < 1 Amp with DC clamp meter, a/c is now ice cold, passed go and saved $1,700. 

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2003 Jaguar S-Type 4dr Sedan

240-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic RWD

54000 mi

US $60
Replace Wiper Motor - done myself 

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2003 Jaguar S-Type 4dr Sedan

240-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed manual RWD

61000 mi

US $720
heater and air conditioner not working properly. Shop replaced dual climate control valve first trip. I had to make two more trips that week before they found it was a temature sensor. 
83000 mi

US $275
headlight adjusters failed, repaired adjusters 

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2003 Jaguar S-Type 4-door

6-cylinder automatic 2WD

131000 mi

£1100
headlight,  

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2003 Jaguar S-Type Electrical Problems

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