1997 Jaguar Xj6 Running Fine While Driving Shuts Off Start Let Sit Weeks Car

1997 JAGUAR XJ6
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My jaguar was running fine. Then while driving it shuts off and then i start it up its fine. I let it sit for a few weeks.go look at the car. The dashboard lights come on. But it wont start. It cranks though. I got the battery charged. It ran and shut off. But the gas is near e. im confused about the problem. And when i turn the heat on the car shuts down. Whats the problem. Thanks
Feb 3, 2013 at 3:54 AM
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try resetting your anti theft unit in car then scan for codes and check fuel pressure. you may have a large draw on battery so it's dead after a while.
Feb 3, 2013 at 4:25 PM
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