R General Maintenance Maintenance Introduction Always use a hand cream to protect the Owners are responsible for ensuring that skin from oil contamination. the vehicle is regularly serviced at the Avoid contact with the skin as far as correct distance/time intervals as possible and wash thoroughly after any specified in the ‘Maintenance Schedules’. contact. Keep oils out of reach of The first part of this chapter deals with children. regular servicing. Protect the Environment The condition of the tires is of the utmost Care should be taken at all times to avoid importance. Advice about tire wear and polluting the environment. correct usage is given in the following Used materials, e.g. batteries, tires, fluids chapter, ‘Tire Information’. If in any doubt and filters, should be disposed of at about the condition of your tires, contact suitable disposal facilities in accordance a Jaguar Retailer. with local legislation. If in doubt, Regular Servicing clarification should be sought from your local authority/regulator. Each vehicle is given a full ‘Pre-Delivery Inspection’ to ensure that all systems Engine and throttle settings function correctly and the vehicle meets Do not attempt to make adjustments to its specification. the engine or throttle settings. Regular maintenance and servicing is the Many vehicle systems are controlled by responsibility of the owner. Failure to complex electronic devices and require implement maintenance at the specialist knowledge. Such work should recommended intervals could result in be entrusted to a Jaguar Retailer. deterioration of vehicle performance and Hydraulic fluid possible infringement of regulations. The brake hydraulic fluid in the master Your Jaguar Retailer will be pleased to cylinder and brake operating system uses arrange periodic servicing in accordance non-mineral polyglycol based brake fluid with the ‘Service Portfolio’ book. with a minimum standard of JAGUAR Battery/ignition isolator switches SUPER DOT 4. ONLY FLUID OF THIS TYPE AND STANDARD MAY BE USED. Non-approved battery isolator switches, which disconnect the power supply to all electrical circuits, are not recommended. ! WARNING: Used Engine Oil Contamination of the brake system fluid by as little as 1 per cent will cause rapid deterioration of the system seals. ! WARNING: Ensure that the brake fluid reservoir Prolonged and repeated contact may cap is securely fitted. cause serious skin disorders, including dermatitis and cancer. 177 L Hood Release Hood Release Hood Opening ! WARNING: Before closing the hood ensure that no one is obstructing the closing area and that hands and clothes are clear. Remove tools, cleaning cloths, etc., from the engine compartment. Hood Closing Close the hood to within a distance of 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm) of the fully closed position, then let go to allow the hood to shut. Check by pulling the hood that both the right-hand and left-hand latches are engaged. ! WARNING: Take care to keep away from rotating components if the engine is running when you open the hood. Release the hood lock by pulling the lever below the fascia on the left-hand side of the vehicle. Lift the hood slightly and pull up the safety catch under the hood, located centrally behind the grille. The gas filled struts will assist raising the hood, and retain it in the fully open position. 178 R Regular Checks Regular Checks Check Intervals Power steering fluid - With the engine In the interests of safety and reliability, cold check the level of the fluid in the it is advisable to carry out the following power steering fluid reservoir. Replenish if checks at the recommended intervals, necessary with fluid of the correct and always before starting on a long specification. Any loss of fluid should be journey. checked by a Jaguar Retailer. Daily Monthly Check that there is sufficient fuel for the Windscreen washer fluid - Replenish journey intended, particularly at night and with recommended windscreen washer before entering motorways. fluid and clean soft water. Check the operation of the washer. Use Jaguar Weekly Windscreen Washer Fluid to keep the Tires - Check the tires, including the glass clean and also to prevent the fluid spare, for condition and pressure. from freezing during cold weather. Lights - Check that all exterior lights and Wiper blades - Check the quality of the direction indicators function correctly and wipe. If smearing or juddering is evident, that the lenses are clean. clean the windscreen and renew the wiper Engine oil - With the vehicle standing on blades. level ground, check the oil level and Drivetrain lubricants replenish if necessary with oil of the The rear axle (final drive unit), transfer box correct grade. and automatic and manual transmission Engine coolant - With the engine cold, units (gearboxes) will not normally require check the level of the coolant in the to be checked or replenished. coolant reservoir header tank. Any loss of fluid must be checked by a Jaguar Engine Oil Consumption Retailer. A certain amount of oil consumption is Brake/clutch fluid - Check the level of normal. The rate of consumption will the fluid in the brake fluid reservoir. depend on the following: Replenish if necessary with new, unused • The quality and viscosity of the oil. Jaguar approved brake fluid. • The amount of oxidation and dilution The reservoir is initially nearly full, but the of the oil. level will drop as the brake pads wear. • Climatic conditions. If the level appears unusually low, • The speed at which the engine is location of the fluid leakage must be being operated. checked by a Jaguar Retailer. • Road conditions. Drivers should expect above normal consumption when the engine is new, and after running-in if high speeds are sustained. 179 L Regular Checks Reservoir and Dipstick Locations 1. Power steering reservoir. 4. Engine oil dipstick. 2. Brake/clutch reservoir. 5. Engine oil filler. 3. Coolant reservoir. 6. Windscreen washer reservoir. US Quarts Litres Engine oil change including new oil filter 6.1 5.8 Windscreen washer reservoir 4.4 4.2 180 R Checking and Top-up Checking and Top-up Check Engine Oil Level If the oil level reaches the minimum level, The oil consumption of your engine is remove the oil filler cap (2) and add oil, influenced by many factors: new engines to the quantity and specification shown: reach the normal value only after refer to Recommended Engine Oil. approximately 3,000 miles (5,000 km). Refit the filler cap and securely tighten it Under high loads your engine will also by hand. consume more oil. Caution: Do not use oil additives of any Check the oil level regularly with the type. Use only specified lubricants. vehicle on flat, level ground. Refer to page 180 for dipstick and oil filler locations. Recommended Engine Oil Jaguar recommends It is preferable to check the oil level after the vehicle has been standing, that is, with the engine completely cold. When the oil level is at the If the engine has been started do not lower dipstick mark, check the oil level until the engine has add 1 quart (1 litre) of oil. reached normal operating temperature. Oil specification -API Stop the engine and wait for a minimum SL/EC and ILSAC GF-3 of 5 minutes to allow the oil to drain back When topping up between oil changes, into the sump. make sure that you use oil that has the Procedure correct quality level (API service) and viscosity grade. Your vehicle’s warranty may be invalidated if damage is caused by use of improper engine oil. Note: For maximum fuel economy, 5W-30 oil is recommended. SAE Viscosity Rating - For climates ranging from -22°F (-30°C) to +122°F (+50°C), the following oil viscosities may be used: 0W-30 5W-30 (preferred) Remove the dipstick (1) and wipe clean 0W-40 with a non-fluffy cloth. Replace fully, then 5W-40 withdraw the dipstick. If the oil level is Note: It is recommended that the oil level above the minimum mark on the dipstick is topped up using oil of the same then no additional oil is required. viscosity. If you are unsure which oil viscosity is used in your car, your Jaguar Retailer will be able to advise. 181 L Checking and Top-up If you are operating this vehicle in Should the level be very low, report the climates outside the above temperature loss of fluid to the nearest Jaguar Retailer. range, contact your Jaguar Retailer for advice. Brake/Clutch Fluid Reservoir Power Steering Fluid Level The manual transmission clutch fluid is shared with the brake fluid in a common reservoir. Caution: It is imperative that the power steering system does not become contaminated in any way. Always ! WARNING: dispense fluid from a fresh sealed The fluid level will drop as the brake container and clean the area around pads wear. If the level is very low report the reservoir neck both before and the loss of fluid to the nearest Jaguar after replenishment. Never return Retailer. Do not drive the vehicle until drained fluid to the system. the cause is rectified. Refer to page 180 for power steering fluid Caution: reservoir location. • While handling brake fluid, take Check the fluid level when the engine is extreme care; brake fluid must not ‘COLD’ and the vehicle is on a flat, level contact the vehicle paintwork. surface. • Always use fresh, clean fluid from a Wipe clean and remove the filler cap from new container. Never introduce the reservoir; take great care to prevent used brake fluid into the system. any foreign matter from entering. Refer to page 180 for brake/clutch fluid Check that the fluid level is between the reservoir location. marks on the dipstick.