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Have put the wrong fuel in my Jaguar XF - what should I do?

I've filled my Jaguar XF S diesel with the wrong fuel, using petrol instead of diesel. The car was driven for about 0.5 of a mile before it stopped. My local Jaguar dealer is quoting £8000 to replace the fuel pump, injectors and fuel lines. My insurance company has refused to cover the costs.

The quote is eye-watering, but I suspect this is what's required. The car is still under warranty so I'm loathed to go elsewhere. Does this figure sound about right?

Asked on 4 June 2016 by RS

Answered by Honest John

As long as the fuel injection pump did not seize up, what I would do is have the tank and fuel system drained, replace the fuel with Shell V-Power Nitro Plus, add a high lubricity additive such as Wynns (read the label). Then hope for the best. Unfortunately, if the injection pump seized then you are in trouble.

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