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V6 EngineAJ-V6/AJ28
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Engine Specifications
Configuration 60û V6
Displacement 2967 cc (181 cu. in)
Bore 89.0 mm (3.504 in)
Stroke 79.5 mm (3.130 in)
Compression ratio 10.5 :1
Cylinder head 2 overhead camshafts per bank, 4 valve per cylinder
Firing order 1-4-2-5-3-6
Maximum power DIN - 179 kW (240 BHP) at 6800 RPM
EEC - 175 kW (238 PS) at 6800 RPM
Maximum torque DIN - 300 Nm (221 lbft) at 4500 RPM
EEC - 293 Nm (216 lbft) at 4500 RPM
Oil specification see below
Oil volume 5.7 Litres (6 quarts)
Coolant specification see page 35
Coolant volume 10.4 Litres (11 quarts)
Weight 174 kg (384 lbs)
JOL.29550
50JOL.296
Oil Specification
All markets except the USA and Canada
Engine oil for all markets except the USA and
Canada must be to API specification SJ/ACEA A1
or A3.
The recommended SAE viscosity for different
ranges of ambient temperature are shown in
table 1.
USA/Canada
Engine oil for USA and Canada must be to API
specification SJ/ILSAC GF-2.
The recommended SAE viscosity for different
ranges of ambient temperature are shown in
table 2. For maximum economy and in most
climate conditions, SAE 5W/30 is to be preferred
but SAE 10W/30 or 15W/40 are acceptable in
moderate to hot climates.SAE/TEMPERATURE TABLE 2
SAE/TEMPERATURE TABLE 1
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V8 EngineAJ-V6/AJ28
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Introduction
The AJ28 engine is a variant of the 4.0L 90û V8 units fitted to the XJ and XK range of vehicles. The AJ28
shares some of the changes incorporated in the current AJ27 engine: both engines are derived from the
original AJ26 unit. A number of features are unique to the AJ28 or are shared with the AJ-V6 engine also
described in this publication.
Features of the AJ28 engine are:
¥ Continuously variable inlet valve timing over a 48û
+
-2û crank angle: as fitted to the AJ27 engine
¥ Full authority cable-less electronic throttle control: as fitted to the AJ-V6 engine
¥ Air assisted fuel injection: similar to system used on the AJ27 engine
¥ Unique induction manifold with centrally mounted throttle body
¥ Returnless fuel system: similar to AJ-V6 engine
¥ Twin wall exhaust manifold
¥ Engine management system as used on the AJ-V6
¥ New sensors
¥ Modified sump and oil cooler
¥ Modified front end ancillary drive and components
Engine Specification
Maximum power DIN - 209 kW (281 BHP) at 6100 RPM
EEC - 203 kW (276 PS) at 6100 RPM
Maximum torque DIN - 390 Nm (287 lbft) at 4300 RPM
EEC - 278 Nm (279 lbft) at 4300 RPM
Oil Specification
All markets except the USA and Canada
Engine oil for all markets except the USA and
Canada must be to API specification SJ/ACEA A1
or A3.
The recommended SAE viscosity for different
ranges of ambient temperature are shown in
table 1.
USA/Canada
Engine oil for USA and Canada must be to API
specification SJ/ILSAC GF-2.
The recommended SAE viscosity for different
ranges of ambient temperature are shown in
table 2. For maximum economy and in most
climate conditions, SAE 5W/30 is to be preferred
but SAE 10W/30 or 15W/40 are acceptable in
moderate to hot climates.
JOL.29550
50JOL.296
SAE/TEMPERATURE TABLE 2
SAE/TEMPERATURE TABLE 1
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Manual TransmissionAJ-V6/AJ28
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D.307.315
Gear Selector Control
The gear selector mechanism is designed to give a
smooth positive action. The lever assembly is
mounted via a bracket to the floor, not the
transmission. Further isolation is provided by the
use of low friction bushes and tuned shift
mechanism compliance.
Flywheel and Clutch
The clutch system is based on the established
principle of a single driven plate and diaphragm
spring hydraulically actuated from the clutch pedal
but incorporates the following special features:
¥ dual mass flywheel
¥ self adjusting clutch
¥ concentric slave cylinder.
Flywheel
While the use of a dual mass flywheel is not new
to Jaguar, the model described here incorporates
the latest refinements in the technology. Relative
rotational movement between the primary and
secondary flywheel masses via the damper system
is greater than on previous vehicles, giving further
improvements in torsional vibration isolation
(engine irregularities) and reducing stresses on the
crankshaft and drivetrain. Steel pressings rather
than castings are used to reduce the weight of the
assembly. The flywheel assembly is not a
serviceable item but the bearing can be released
for servicing.
Self Adjusting Clutch
The self adjusting clutch is an innovative feature
which improves operation and driver comfort by
enabling a constant pedal pressure to be applied
as the friction faces wear, unlike conventional
types of clutch which require increasing pressure
with wear. GEARSHIFT CONTROL LINKAGE
D.303.315