AWD Coupling Overheating
2002-2008 Jaguar X-Type 2.5L V6 🇨🇦
Description
The AWD coupling unit has exceeded its maximum safe operating temperature.
Symptoms
- AWD warning light
- AWD disengaged automatically
- Burning smell from rear differential area
- Reduced traction warning
Common Causes
- Sustained AWD engagement during tire size mismatch
- Mismatched tires causing continuous slip
- Coupling fluid breakdown
- Driving on dry pavement in locked 4WD mode
Diagnostic Steps
- Check all tire sizes match within specification
- Inspect coupling fluid condition
- Verify correct tire rotation pattern followed
- Check coupling temperature sensor
- Inspect coupling for fluid leak
Repair Notes
Allow coupling to cool. Verify tire sizes match. Replace coupling fluid. Correct tire mismatch.
Related Codes
Other Chassis Codes
- C0021LF Wheel Speed Sensor Range/Performance
- C0022RF Wheel Speed Sensor Range/Performance
- C0023LR Wheel Speed Sensor Range/Performance
- C0024RR Wheel Speed Sensor Range/Performance
- C0025LF Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Intermittent
- C0026RF Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Intermittent
- C0027LR Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Intermittent
- C0028RR Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Intermittent
- C0035Left Front Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit
- C0036Left Front Wheel Speed Signal Erratic
C0521 on Other Vehicles
Jaguar E-PACE
2018-2024 2.0L I4 Turbo
Jaguar F-PACE
2017-2024 2.0L I4 Turbo
Jaguar F-PACE
2017-2024 3.0L V6 Supercharged
Jaguar F-Type
2014-2024 3.0L V6 Supercharged
Jaguar F-Type R
2014-2024 5.0L V8 Supercharged
Jaguar I-PACE
2019-2024 Electric AWD
Jaguar S-Type
2000-2008 3.0L V6
Jaguar XE
2017-2024 2.0L I4 Turbo
Common Questions
What does code C0521 mean on a 2002-2008 Jaguar X-Type?
C0521 stands for "AWD Coupling Overheating". The AWD coupling unit has exceeded its maximum safe operating temperature.
What are the symptoms of C0521 on a Jaguar X-Type?
Common symptoms of C0521 include: AWD warning light, AWD disengaged automatically, Burning smell from rear differential area, Reduced traction warning.
What causes C0521 on a 2002-2008 Jaguar X-Type?
Common causes of C0521 include: Sustained AWD engagement during tire size mismatch, Mismatched tires causing continuous slip, Coupling fluid breakdown, Driving on dry pavement in locked 4WD mode.