My "New" 1996 2.5TD XJ

[Luminol]

Hi Everyone!

I’ve just picked up a pretty clean 1996 2.5 TD XJ. I love it, I’ve always wanted a pre-facelift so finally found one. I’ve owned a 1999 2.5TD until recently (don’t worry, my brother bought it off me, so it’s still in the family) so know how to look after the diesel engine (Thanks to this site).

However, any Gremlins I should be wary off on the old ones? What should I check first? Electrics? Leaks? Rust wise it looks really good but will be rustproofing soon.

Also, the clutch pedal doesn't return fully, so have to pull it up with my foot after each gear change. I haven't had time to climb under and see if theres a spring yet that needs replacing but thought id ask anyway.

Any way, Good to be back!

[amlav]

Wow..Looks good . It could be low on hydraulic oil . First check that and maybe try and bleed the system if oil level was low (could have air in clutch actuator).
Mine is an update one ...I think yours would be same setup .

[Big Dave]

We only got the deisel in the post update in Australia so 97 on. Wonder what the differences pre to post are.

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[layback40]

There are internal springs in the MC & slave.
My update doesnt have a bleed on the slave.
Dont think you are supposed to pull them to bits but if careful you can.
I had issues with mine, it needed new a new seal. At the time couldnt find one so I wrapped thread tape around in the groove it sits in to expand the seal a little, it fixed it.The seals are not a standard size but the next larger does fit.