2000 Jaguar XJ8 Rod Knock. I think due to low oil.

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2000 JAGUAR XJ8
V8
2WD
AUTOMATIC
87,000 MILES

I have a rod knock a little over 2000 RPM. I think I let the car run on low oil. Stupid (I guess now I know)
Trying to figure out how diffictult is it to get this problem repaired.
THanks
Andrew.

Monday, April 27th, 2009 AT 6:22 PM

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DAVE H

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CONNECTING ROD INSTALLATION
NOTE:Limited information is available from manufacturer.

Connecting rods MUST BE fitted to cylinder position marked on rod and rod cap. Each connecting rod has a thin and thick flange. The thin flange side is also marked with a dimple adjacent to the bearing. Connecting rods are installed on their respective journals with thin flanges (dimples) facing each other.
Dummy Main Bearing Caps (JD 220) should be used to hold crankshaft and main bearing in place while installing pistons and connecting rod assemblies. Connecting rod bolts MUST BE replaced after each use. Tighten connecting rod bolts to proper specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. Center-punch bolts after torque sequence is complete.