
Seating - Seats Description and Operation
Front Seats
All front seats are equipped with electric height adjustment. In addition, both front seats are available with manual or power forward
and rearward adjustment, manual or powe r operated headrest adjustment, 12 way elec tric adjustment, memory controlled 12 way
adjustment and integral seat heating. A side air bag module is installed in the outboard squab wing of each front seat. Each se at has a
non-handed, one-piece frame incorporating cushion and squab frames , side air bag suppoort bracket and seat adjuster mechanisms.
Sear switchpacks are installed on the outboa rd side of driver and passenger seats, and control modules are installed in the bas e of each
seat. Both the driver and front passenger seat ar e secured to the vehicle floor at four points.
Rear Seats
The standard rear seat is of the fixed, bench type with full wi dth removable cushion. Two individual rear seats are fitted to certain long
wheelbase models. Both types of rear seat are available with thermostatically controlled heating of the cushion and squab. Indi vidual
rear seats are electrically adjustable for squab recline (via fore and aft moveme nt), head restraint height and lumbar support. Separate
motors provide adjustment of each seat cushion and head restraint and an electrica lly-driven air compressor provides variation of
lumbar support. Seat adjustment is controll ed via switches installed on a panel in a rear extension to the centre console.

Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems - Handles, Locks, Latches and
Entry Systems
Description and Operation
Door Lock Mechanism
For most markets, the remote central locking system also, in corporates deadlocking facilities for optimum security. Door
locks are eight disc, bayonet fixing barrels with integral lock / unlock switches. Keys include 'in-key' transponders which are
programmed to the vehicle via the Jaguar Diagnostic Sy stem and operate the engine immobilisation system.
The central locking system employs single key access to the driv er's door, trunk lid and ignition switch/steering column lock.
An additional green headed valet or park ing services key permits access via the driver's door, and ignition/start-up, but
denies access to the trunk and glovebox.A valet switch located on the centre console switch panel above the radio,
precludes normal internal access to the trunk.When the vehicle is not locked, each door catch can be externally released by
the corresponding external door handle which operates via a si ngle rod. When unlocked, or 'single action' locked, the door
catches can also be released via the interior handles, each of which operates via a single cable. Operation of the front door
interior handles will also unlock the rear doors. Use of either key in the external door barrel, operates the lock via a short
rod to provide locking of the door latch. These locking functions can also be achieved by use of the remote transmitter.The
trunk lid can be independently unlatched via a switch located on the driver's side underscuttle. This will only operate at
vehicle speeds up to 8 km/h (5 mph).
All doors and the trunk can be manually lock ed simultaneously from inside by pressing the driver or front passenger door sill
button down. Each rear door can be independently locked by si milarly depressing the sill button and in some markets can be released by operating the internal door handle.
For most markets, a 'drive-away door locking' feature automati cally locks all doors and the trunk when the gear selector is
moved from the Park position.
Key Operation
To 'single action' lock or unlock the vehicle, the key is inserted in the door lock , turned towards the front or rear of the
vehicle respectively, and released. Holding the key in the lock position will close all windows. Releasing the key stops all
operations. 'single action' locking of the vehicle locks all doors, the trunk lid and the fuel filler flap, and sets the alarm
system.
In addition to all of the above functions, deadlocking prevents door opening from th e interior. To deadlock the vehicle, the
key is inserted in the door lock and turned to the unlock (rearw ard) position, then within three seconds, turned to the lock
(forward) position and released.
Remote Operation

A pyrotechnic front seat belt pre-tensioning device with independent el ectronic sensing and retractor unit is installed at the
base of each 'B' post. In the event of se vere frontal impact, this provides additional front occupant protection by removing
any excess slack from the seat be lt. Seat belt pre-tensioning activates when a frontal impact of sufficient force occurs within
30 degrees of vehicle center line. Under such an impact, el ectronic sensors in the retractor unit fire, igniting the pre-
tensioner gas generator. The ga s generator initiates a chemical reaction, producing gases under pressure. Gas pressure
drives the piston/cable up a tube, rotating the retractor sp indle and removing excess slack from the seat belt. When the
pre-tensioner unit has been activated, the seat belt will lock and cannot be retracted or pulled from the reel.If a seat belt
pre-tensioner activates, a small quantity (less than 1 liter) of gas is produced containing nitrogen, oxygen and water vapor.

Supplemental Restraint System - Driver Air Bag Module
Removal and Installation
Removal
• WARNINGS:
FOLLOWING DISCONNECTION OF THE BATTERY, A PERIOD OF AT LEAST ONE MINUTE MUST BE ALLOWED TO ELAPSE
BEFORE ANY WORK IS CARRIED OUT ON AN AIR BAG MODULE.
FOLLOWING TEN YEARS IN SERVICE, AN AIR BAG MO DULE MUST BE REMOVED AND DISPOSED OF IN THE
APPROVED MANNER, AND A NEW AIR BAG MUST BE FITTED.
AIR BAGS CONTAIN A CHEMICAL IRRITANT. IF AN AIR BAG IS RENEWED, THE ORIGINAL UNIT MUST BE DISPOSED
OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH CURRENT SAFETY PROCEDURES.
IN THE EVENT OF A FAULT RUPTURING THE 10A BATTERY SUPPLY FUSE (F4 LOCATED IN THE FUSE-BOX AT THE
DRIVER'S END OF THE FASCIA), THE FUSE MUST NOT BE RENEWED UNTIL THE AIRBAG/SRS SYSTEM HAS BEEN DE-
ACTIVATED. FUSES OF ANY OTHER VALUE MUST NEVER BE USED, AS THIS CAN CAUSE DISARM FAILURE.
Installation
1. Remove battery cover and disc onnect ground cable from
battery terminal. Refer to 86.15.19.
2. Remove air bag module securing bolts.
1. Turn steering wheel 90 degrees to the left to
provide access to module LH securing bolt.
2. Fully slacken captive securing bolt
Turn steering whee l 180 degrees to the right to provide
access to module RH securing bolt.
Fully slacken captive securing bolt.
3. Remove air bag module from steering wheel.
1. Carefully withdraw airbag module from steering wheel
and position for access.
2. Release air bag harness mu ltiplug from retaining clip
and disconnect multiplug.
1. Position air bag module and connect harness multiplug.
2. Fit multiplug onto retaining clip.
3. Carefully install airbag mo dule in steering wheel.
4. Turn steering wheel 90 degrees to right an d partially tighten
module RH securing bolt.

5.
Turn steering wheel 90 degrees to left and partially tighten
module LH securing bolt.
6. Repeat steps 3 and 4 to fully ti ghten securing bolts and return
steering wheel to central position.
7. Fit ground cable to battery terminal. Refer to 86.15.15.

GLAZING
In order that the design condition of the vehicle is preserved when direct glazing repairs are carried out, it is essential that
only approved materials an d processes are employed.
Glass and Body Preparation
Betaseal HV3 System methods an d materials, are used on all Jaguar vehicles . Ease of working and extended process time
can however be gained by ensuring that the vehicle body and replacement glass are at a minimum room temperature of 20°
C prior to adhesive a pplication and fitting.
In the event of damage to the body flange finish, rectify as appropriate with the full paint refinishing process as described in
the Paint Refinishing Manual.
Adhesive Application Temperature
The specified adhesive has a high viscosity and is not easily applied at 'room te mperature' using conventional methods.
When the adhesive is applied it chills ra pidly on contact with the body and reverts to the hard condition, providing retention
strength with in minutes.
Raising the temperature of the adhesive will reduce viscosity an d speed up the flow. It is recommended that the adhesive is
pre-warmed in a heated cabinet for a mini mum of twenty minutes and applied with an extrusion gun incorporating integral
heating elements.
Adhesive Application
CAUTION: The glass will not bond to the body if the time taken to apply the adhesive and position the glass, exceeds
the stated limit.
It is recommended that the be ad of adhesive conforms to the shape and dimensions shown in the Adhesive Application
Vehicle ColourXJ8Daimler, Sovereign, Executive, and Super
8XJ Sport and XJR8
JBC1712 JHG Westminster BlueJSC156 Mid BlueJSC156 Mid BlueJSC156 Mid Blue
JBC1732 NEE SpindriftJBC 851 LGA greyJBC 851 LGA greyJSC158 Black
Cherry
JBC1753 HGD British Racing
GreenJSC155 Light GreenJSC155 Light GreenJSC155 Light Green
JBC1806 JHE Sapphire BlueJSC154 Light BlueJSC154 Light BlueJSC154 Light Blue
JBC1807 PEC BlackJBC 851 GreyJBC 851 Grey
JBC1810 LGL TitaniumJSC156 Mid BlueJSC156 Mid BlueJSC156 Mid Blue
JBC1811 CGG CarnivalJSC153 Light BeigeJSC153 Light BeigeJSC153 Light Beige
JBC1820 SEC TopazJSC158 Black
CherryJSC158 Black CherryJSC158 Black
Cherry
JBC1823 HGL SpruceJSC155 Light GreenJSC155 Light GreenJSC155 Light Green
JBC1835 HGE SherwoodJSC153 Light BeigeJSC153 Light BeigeJSC153 Light Beige
JBC1839 JHF AquamarineJSC155 Light GreenJSC155 Light GreenJSC155 Light Green
JBC1840 JHH AntiguaJSC154 Light BlueJSC154 Light BlueJSC154 Light Blue
JBC1859 PED AnthraciteJBC851 LGA GreyJBC851 LGA GreyJBC851 LGA Grey
JBC1860 MDV SeafrostJSC158 Black
CherryJSC158 Black CherryJSC158 Black
Cherry
JBC1861 JHJ MistralJBC851 LGA GreyJBC851 LGA GreyJBC851 LGA Grey
JBC1862 KDK AmaranthJBC851 LGA GreyJBC851 LGA GreyJBC851 LGA Grey
JBC1881 CGH MadeiraJSC153 Light BeigeJSC153 Light BeigeJSC153 Light Beige
JBC1911 MDX MeteoriteJSC153 Light BeigeJSC153 Light BeigeJSC153 Light Beige
Temperature EffectTemperature RangeApplication time - including positioning
Optimum60°C - 70°C4 minutes
Maximum75°C4 minutes
Minimum35°CWill not bond