Jaguar S-Type. Manual — part 45

Regular Checks

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RESERVOIR AND DIPSTICK
LOCATIONS: V8 ENGINE

1. Engine oil filler.

2. Brake reservoir.

3. Power steering reservoir.

4. Engine oil dipstick.

5. Coolant reservoir.

6. Windshield wash reservoir.

Capacities

Litres

US Quarts

Naturally aspirated - engine oil, including oil filter.

6.0

6.3

Supercharged - engine oil, including oil filter.

6.8

7.2

Cooling system, including reservoir and climate
control.

10.0

10.6

Windshield washer reservoir:
Without headlamp power wash.

3.8

8.5

With headlamp power wash.

6.6

7.0

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Checking and Topping up

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

The oil consumption of your engine is
influenced by many factors: new engines
reach the normal value only after
approximately 5 000 km (3 000 miles).
Under high loads your engine will also
consume more oil.

Check the oil level regularly with the
vehicle on flat, level ground.

Refer to pages 187, 188 for dipstick and
oil filler locations.

It is preferable to check the oil level after
the vehicle has been standing; that is,
with the engine completely cold.

If the engine has been started, do not
check the oil level until the engine has
reached normal operating temperature.
Stop the engine and wait for a minimum of
five minutes to allow the oil to drain back
into the sump.

Caution: Do not use oil additives of any
type. Use only specified lubricants.

Gasoline engine oil level

Remove the dipstick (1) and wipe clean
with a lint free cloth. Replace fully, then
withdraw the dipstick. If the oil level is
above the lower of the two dots on the
dipstick then no additional oil is required.

If the oil level reaches the lower of the two
dots, remove the oil filler cap (2) and add
oil, to the quantity and specification
shown in RECOMMENDED ENGINE OIL
on page 190.

Refit the dipstick and filler cap and
securely tighten the filler cap by hand.

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RECOMMENDED ENGINE OIL

Jaguar recommends

When the oil level is at the lower dipstick
mark, add 1litre (1.1 US quart) of oil.

Oil specification – Gasoline engine

API SL/EC and ILSAC GF-3.

When topping up between
oil changes, make sure that
you use oil that has the
correct quality level (API

service) and viscosity grade.

Caution: Your vehicle’s warranty may
be invalidated if damage is caused by
use of improper engine oil. Low quality
or obsolete oils do NOT provide the
protection required by modern, high
performance engines.

Failure to use an oil that meets the
required specification could cause
excessive engine wear, a build up of
sludge and deposits, and increase
pollution. It could also lead to engine
failure.

SAE VISCOSITY RATING

For climates ranging from –30°C (-22°F)
to +50°C (+122°F), the following oil
viscosities may be used:

0W–30

5W–30 (preferred)

0W–40

5W–40

Note: For maximum fuel economy, 5w-30
oil is recommended.

It is recommended that the oil level is
topped up using oil of the same viscosity.
If you are unsure which oil viscosity is
used in your vehicle, contact your Jaguar
Dealer for advice.

If you are operating this vehicle in
climates outside the above temperature
range, contact your Jaguar Dealer for
advice.

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CHECK POWER STEERING
FLUID LEVEL

Caution: It is imperative that the power
steering system does not become
contaminated in any way. Always
dispense fluid from a fresh sealed
container and clean the area around
the reservoir neck, both before and
after topping up. Never return drained
fluid to the system.

Refer to pages 187, 188 for power
steering fluid reservoir location.

Check the fluid level when the engine is
COLD and the vehicle is on a flat, level
surface.

Wipe clean and remove the filler cap from
the reservoir; take great care to prevent
any foreign matter from entering.

Check that the fluid level is between the
marks on the dipstick or between the
MAX/MIN indications on the outside of
the transparent reservoir.

If necessary, top up with DEXRON III
power steering fluid, DO NOT OVERFILL.

Refit the filler cap.

Should the level be very low, report the
loss of fluid to the nearest Jaguar Dealer.

CHECK BRAKE FLUID
RESERVOIR

Refer to pages 187, 188 for brake fluid
reservoir location.

Caution:
• While handling brake fluid, take

extreme care; brake fluid must not
contact the vehicle paintwork.

• Always use fresh, clean fluid from a

new container. Never introduce
used brake fluid into the system.

The fluid is visible through the translucent
casing of the reservoir and must be
maintained at the MAX mark.

!

WARNING:

The fluid level will drop as the brake
pads wear. If the level is very low,
report the loss of fluid to the nearest
Jaguar Dealer. Do not drive the vehicle
until the cause is rectified.

If necessary, top up as follows:

Before removing the cap, clean the
reservoir and cap thoroughly with a lint
free cloth to ensure that no foreign matter
enters the reservoir.