Compare Jaguar Xj auto gearbox specialist repair quotes from specialist garages

Introduced as Jaguar's flagship saloon in 1968, the XJ saw many years of success until it went out of production in 2019 to make way for a new electric model. The 2010 update saw the XJ catapult into the 21st century with a modern appearance more fitting for the cutting-edge technology it harbours inside.

Not only has the it been well received by reviewers, but it also has the Royal stamp of approval; Princess Diana famously drove a Jaguar XJ-SC V12 Cabriolet between 1987 and 1991. Fittingly, in 2014, the XJ was crowned 'Luxury Car King' at WhatCar?'s Used Car Awards. Reliability is one of the model's strengths, with just a few known problems regarding electrical faults and clogged DPFs.

Automatic gearboxes use hydraulic power to change gears. A torque converter connects the engine to the transmission and uses pressurised fluid to transfer power to the gears. Because this system is more complex, there is more scope for it to develop problems, requiring an automatic gearbox repair.

Signs of a bad automatic gearbox include:

• Gears slipping
• The car won't respond or engage while in gear
• A burning smell
• Leaking fluid
• Grinding or shaking

The best way to stave off problems is to have an automatic gearbox service done regularly. This process involves draining the transmission fluid and replacing the filter, which can extend the life of your automatic gearbox.