Weird Electrical Problem... (98 XK8)

[Big Giant Head]

Hi all,

coming home yesterday I noticed I couldn't flash other cars (tried to let a guy out at a junction),
then noticed the headlights which are always on "Auto" weren't on. Then noticed that the indicators
wouldn't work - eeek...

Had a look today and noticed that the trip computer / milage thingy won't work either.
All these systems run through the left stalk on the steering column. So my question is,
is this likely to be a case of a new control module, new stalk or just a fuse somewhere ?

Can't get much help from the driver's handbook so this is my next port of call
before heading down (in daylight) to the dealership.

Car is a '98 XK8 coupe.

Best wishes
Tony

[melhook]

More often than not, the wires on the stalk break, if you are competent it isnt a bad job to remove the stalk, and repair, sometimes you can repair in situ, in worst cases a new stalk will be required. If I remember correctly you can replace this without taking off the steering wheel/ airbag. Hope this helps.

[Jaguar steve]

Service history shows my XJ had a similar electricial failure when it was quite new. I don't know exactly what went wrong but the reported symptoms were the same as yours. It had a new stalk fitted and a dipped headlamp relay at the same time.

Possible the relay failed and burnt out the contacts on the stalk?