Jaguar XK. Manual — part 64

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Emergency equipment

HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS

If the vehicle is stationary in an unsafe
location, or may cause a hazard to other
road users, press the switch to turn the
hazard warning lamps on.

Note: Hazard warning lamps can be used
when the ignition is on or off.

WARNING TRIANGLE

A warning triangle, designed to
international standards, is standard
equipment in some countries.

Coupe: The warning triangle is stowed
under the luggage compartment load
floor.

Convertible: The warning triangle is
stowed in the luggage compartment lid.

Mexico only: The two warning triangles
are stored in a bag stowed in the luggage
compartment.

In an emergency, place the triangle in the
road in accordance with local traffic
regulations to give oncoming traffic
warning of an immobilised vehicle.

Hazard warning flashers must be used
with the warning triangle.

FIRST AID KIT

Your Jaguar Dealer can supply a first aid
kit.

FIRE EXTINGUISHER

Dealer Fitted Fire Extinguisher

Your Jaguar Dealer can supply and fit
one.

Factory Fitted Fire Extinguisher

The factory fitted fire extinguisher
contains BC powder pressurised with
nitrogen to a working pressure of 12 bar
(180 psi) at 20°C (68°F).

This extinguisher can be used on liquid
fires, electrical equipment fires and, if no
explosion risk, gasoline fires.

To operate the fire extinguisher, follow
the instructions as stated on the
extinguisher.

Do not test the fire extinguisher prior to
use. Partial discharge will render the
extinguisher inoperative.

Maintenance

Every six months:
• Remove the extinguisher from its

bracket and check that the nozzle is
clear.

• Check that any fitted safety devices

are secure.

• If fitted, check pressure gauge is

reading within limits. If the gauge is
indicating incorrect limits the
extinguisher may not work in an
emergency. Seek qualified
assistance immediately.

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WARNING

Do not use a fire extinguisher
closer than 2.4 m (8 feet) to the
base of a liquid fire as the force

may splatter the burning liquid to the
surrounding area.

Status after a collision

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DRIVING AFTER A COLLISION

Before starting or driving

If the vehicle is involved in a collision, the
functionality could be reduced.

Depending upon the severity of the
collision the following vehicle functions
may come into effect:
• engine shut down
• inertia switch tripped, which cuts off

the fuel pump

• doors unlock
• hazard and interior lights come on

(the hazard lights will remain on until
the inertia switch is reset)

• the message centre will display

INERTIA SWITCH TRIPPED

• exterior lights will maintain their state.

ATTEMPTING TO START THE
VEHICLE

The inertia switch may have been tripped
by the collision. This will cut off the fuel
pumps. The switch must be reset before
the engine will start.

Resetting the switch

If no fuel leak is apparent:

1. Press the engine START/STOP

button, without pressing the brake
pedal, to turn the ignition back to
convenience mode (ignition OFF).
Wait for approximately 10 seconds.

2. Press the engine START/STOP

button again, without pressing the
brake pedal, to turn the ignition ON.
Wait 30 seconds.

3. Make a further check for fuel leaks.

4. Press the START/STOP button with

the brake pedal depressed to start
the engine.

MOVING THE VEHICLE

If the engine starts, the vehicle may be
moved carefully to a position of safety.
Do not move the vehicle further than
necessary.

Recovery

Even if the vehicle appears driveable after
the collision, it should not be driven or
towed. Concealed damage could make
the vehicle impossible to manoeuvre.
See TRANSPORTING THE VEHICLE
(page 263).

WARNING

If the vehicle is involved in a
collision it should be checked by a
Jaguar Dealer, or suitably

qualified persons before starting or
driving.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or
personal injury, do not under any
circumstances, attempt to start

the vehicle if you see or smell fuel.

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INSPECTING SAFETY SYSTEM
COMPONENTS

Following a collision the seat belt and
Advanced Restraints Technology System
(ARTS) components should be inspected
for damage and or deformity. The
inspection and any subsequent repair
work should only be carried out by a
Jaguar Dealer or other suitably qualified
persons.

Components which require inspection
include :-
• Seat belt webbing and mechanisms.
• Seat belt pre-tensioners.
• Air bag covers and modules.
• Seat frames and mounting points.
• Child seats.
• Child seat anchor points.

Note: This list is not exhaustive.

In addition to the physical items checked
the electronic control system and it's
associated wiring should also be
checked thoroughly. This process will
include a diagnostic check which can
only be carried out by a Jaguar Dealer or
suitably qualified and equipped persons.

WARNING

It is not recommended that the
vehicle be driven or used until all
of the occupant protection

systems have been checked.

Vehicle recovery

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Vehicle recovery

TOWING POINTS

A screw-in front towing eye is provided in
the luggage compartment with the jack.
The towing eye has a left-hand thread
and must be screwed in a
counterclockwise direction when fitting.

The front towing point is located behind a
plastic cover on the left-hand side of the
vehicle (as viewed from the front).

1. To access the towing point, press the

plastic cover on the top to unclip.
Remove the cover.

2. Screw the towing eye into the vehicle,

right up to the shoulder.

3. The rear tie-down point is in the

centre of the vehicle to the rear of the
exhaust silencer. Use this point only
when the vehicle is to be towed
rearwards on straight level ground for
the least amount of distance possible
or loading onto a recovery vehicle.

WARNING

Avoid body contact with a hot
exhaust pipe when fitting any
equipment to the rear towing

points.

CAUTIONS

Care must be taken to avoid
damaging the bumpers and front
apron.

The towing eye is not suitable for
solid bar towing.

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