1998 JAGUAR X308 automatic gear

Automatic Transmission/Transaxle External Controls - 4.0L NA V8 -
AJ27/3.2L NA V8 - AJ26 - Brake Shift Interlock Ac tuator Manual Override
General Procedures



1. To override the gearshift interlock:
1. Unscrew the release catch blanking plug.
2. Insert the ignition key into the aperture, depress the release catch and simultan eously move the gear
selector lever from the Park position. The lever will
only move approximately 25 mm with the key
inserted.
3. Remove the ignition key and replace the blanking plug.

Automatic Transmission/Transaxle External Controls - 4.0L NA V8 -
AJ27/3.2L NA V8 - AJ26 - Br ake Shift Interlock Actuator
Removal and Installation
Removal
Installation

1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
Remove the battery cover.
2. Remove the J-gate surround, Section 501-05.
3. Remove the console finisher ve neer panel, Section 501-12.

4. Remove the interlock so lenoid lever cover.

5. Remove the gearshift interlock solenoid.
1. Remove the solenoid nuts.
2. Detach the solenoid from the latch pin.
3. Disconnect the solenoid multiplug.
1. Installation is th e reverse of the re moval procedure.
2. Fit the gearshift interlock solenoid.
1. Connect the solenoid multiplug.
2. Locate the solenoid on the latch pin.
3. Fit the solenoid securing nuts.

Automatic Transmission/Transaxle External Controls - 4.0L NA V8 -
AJ27/3.2L NA V8 - AJ 26 - Selector Lever Cable and Bracket
Removal and Installation
Removal
1. Position the selector to N.
2. Remove the J-gate surround, Section 501-05.
3. Remove the console finisher ve neer panel, Section 501-12.
4. Remove the center console assembly, Section 501-12.
5. Raise the vehicle for access.

6. Detach the selector cable from the transmission unit.
1. Remove the cable inner to selector lever nut.
2. Remove the cable to transmission casing fixings.

7. Reposition the selector cable.
8. Remove the LH front seat, Section 501-10.
9. Reposition the LH floo r carpet for access.

10. Remove the selector cable to tunnel clip tie strap.
11. Detach the selector cable from the gear shift assembly.
1. Remove the inner cable to shift lever nut.
2. Slacken the outer cable locknuts.

Automatic Transmission/Transaxle External Controls - 4.0L NA V8 -
AJ27/3.2L NA V8 - AJ 26 - Selector Lever Gate Finish Panel
Removal and Installation
Removal
Installation

1.
Apply protective tape to veneer along each side of 'J' gate
finisher.

2. Using a screwdriver in the slot in front of the finisher,
carefully lift the finisher an d ease it from the 'J' gate
surround.
1. Position finisher over gear selector.
2. Firmly seat finisher on veneer panel.
3. Remove protective tape from ve neer panel and using a suitable
cleaner, remove any residual adhesive.

Automatic Transmission/Transaxle External Controls - 4.0L NA V8 -
AJ27/3.2L NA V8 - AJ26 - Selector Lever Switch
Removal and Installation
Removal
Installation



1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
Remove the battery cover.
2. Remove the gear shift knob, (44.15.06).
3. Remove the console finisher veneer panel, (76.47.26).
4. Remove the 'J Gate' surroun d for access, (76.25.24).

5. Remove the D to 4 switch.
Press the retaining tangs to release.
1. Fitting a new D to 4 switch is the reverse of the removal
procedure.
2. Connect the battery and fit the battery cover.
Reset the radio and the clock.

Automatic Transmission/Transaxle External Controls - 4.0L NA V8 -
AJ27/3.2L NA V8 - AJ26 - Selector Lever Assembly
Disassembly and Assembly

1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
Remove the battery cover.
2. Remove the shift le ver knob, 44.15.06.
3. Remove the J-gate surround, Section 501-05.
4. Remove the console finisher ve neer panel, Section 501-12.
5. Remove the center console assembly, Section 501-12.
6. Remove the indicator module, 44.15.14.

7. Detach the selector cable from the gear shift assembly.
1. Remove the inner cable to selector lever nut.
2. Slacken one outer cable locknut, keeping one positioned for reference on reassembly.

8. Remove the gear shift assembly.
Remove the four fixings.
9. Remove the slide plate.
Remove the four screws.

Automatic Transmission/Transaxle External Controls - 4.0L SC V8 - AJ26 -
External Controls
Description and Operation
Introduction
Operator gearshift control is effected by:
The selector lever Accelerator pedal position Kickdown The mode switch
Operator's Selector Module ('J' Gate)

Automatic Transmission/Transaxle External Contro ls - 4.0L SC V8 - AJ26 -
Brake Shift Interlock Actuator Manual Override
General Procedures



1. To override the gearshift interlock:
1. Unscrew the release catch blanking plug.
2. Insert the ignition key into the aperture, depress the release catch and simultan eously move the gear
selector lever from the Park position. The lever will
only move approximately 25 mm with the key
inserted.
3. Remove the ignition key and replace the blanking plug.