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Cranks but will not stay started

Tiny
LISA JOY RILEY
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  • 1997 JAGUAR XJ6
  • 4.0L
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 133,000 MILES
Car cranks but only starts sporadically then shuts off in a moment. Am I supposed to be pressing on the brake while I crank it? Tried new battery and adding gas.
Tuesday, April 3rd, 2018 AT 7:13 PM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Yes, you need to press the brake pedal when starting it. So are you having problems cranking it or when it starts it shuts off? Can you shoot me video of what it is doing and upload it here so I do not have to guess?

Cheers, Ken
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Thursday, April 5th, 2018 AT 12:12 PM
Tiny
LISA JOY RILEY
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Thanks. Car has now started and is running okay, now the engine overheat light is lit up. The gauge with the arrow is working along side it. But of course does not read 'hot'. I am thinking the temperature sensor/sending unit may be at fault?
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Sunday, April 8th, 2018 AT 10:30 AM
Tiny
KEN L
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It sure sounds like it and they had problem with these sensors all the time. Here is a guide to help you see what you are in for when doing the job.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/coolant-temperature-sensor-cts-replacement

Here is the location for your car.

Check out the diagrams (Below)

Please let us know what happens.

Cheers, Ken
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Monday, April 9th, 2018 AT 9:42 AM

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