2004 JAGUAR XJ Owners Manual

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Parkbrake
The switch which operates the parkbrake is mounted on the
centre console to the rear of the gear selector.
To engage the parkbrake, pull the parkbrake switch upwards
and release. The switch will return to the neutral position.
The parkbrake warning/brake fluid low warning light on the
instrument cluster will illuminate.
To disengage the parkbrake, with the ignition switch in
position ‘II’ or with the engine running, apply the footbrake and
press the parkbrake switch down.
The parkbrake is automatically released when the gear selector
is moved from Park ‘P’ position.
If the vehicle is stationary and the gear selector is in ‘D’ or ‘R’
and the parkbrake is applied, then the parkbrake will
automatically release when the accelerator pedal is depressed. Inadvertent operation of the parkbrake whilst the vehicle is in
motion will cause the message ‘PARKBRAKE ON’ to be
displayed on the message centre, the warning light in the
instrument cluster will be illuminated and a warning chime will
sound.
If the parkbrake is applied whilst
the vehicle is moving, push the
switch down to release it. If the switch is in the neutral position
after parkbrake application, depressing the accelerator pedal
will release the parkbrake.
Note: If the vehicle is in motion, the parkbrake should only be
used as an emergency brake.
The parkbrake is auto matically applied when the key is removed
from the ignition switch. If you wi sh to keep the parkbrake off,
press and hold the parkbrake switch down and, at the same
time, remove the key.
Caution: Take care that the vehicle is safely parked to
prevent it from rolling if you wish to leave the parkbrake
off.
The warning light in the instrument cluster will remain on for a
short time if the parkbrake is applied when the key is turned to
position ‘0’ or if the key is removed.
If the battery has been discharged or disconnected a message
‘APPLY PARKBRAKE’ will be displa yed when the ignition is next
switched on. Depress the footbrake and pull the parkbrake
switch up to apply the parkbrake. This is required to reset the
parkbrake system which will now function correctly.

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Park Distance Control
Caution: It remains the driver’s
responsibility to detect obstacles and
estimate the car’s distance from
them. Some overhanging objects,
barriers, thin obstructions or painted
surfaces which could possibly cause
damage to the vehicle may not be
detected by the system. Always be
vigilant when reversing.
Park distance control is always
automatically switched on when the
ignition is turned on.
Caution:
1. If, for example, you are driving into a confined space such as a
home garage, the outer sensors
will detect the side walls and after
3 seconds will switch the tone off.
However, as movement
continues, the inner sensors will
eventually detect the rear wall
and will start the tone again.
2. The sensors are not active when the gear selector is in neutral,
therefore, take care if moving the
vehicle as the tone will not be
heard.
3. Do not clean the sensors with abrasive or sharp objects. Note:
1. For reliable operation, the sensors in
the front (if fitted) and rear bumpers
should be kept free from frost, ice and
grime.
2. When using a high pressure spray the sensors should only be sprayed briefly
and at least 8 inches (20 cm) distance
from the sensors.
3. The front parking aid may sound spurious tones if it detects a frequency
tone using the same band as the
sensors.
Rear Park Distance Control
When reverse gear is selected and
ignition is on, rear park distance control
automatically provides an audible
proximity warning (to the nearest
detected obstacle) when reversing the
vehicle if obstacles are detected within
the operating range, shown in the
illustration above (between
approximately 24 inches [60 cm] ( A) and
63 inches [160 cm] ( B).

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Front and Rear Park Distance
Control
When both front and rear park distance
control are fitted, a switch is located in
the overhead console.
Pressing the switch turns front and rear
park distance control on or off together.
The switch integral warning lamp will
come on when the system is turned off or
if a fault is detected in the system.
A switch is not provided when only rear
park distance control is fitted.
Note: The front park distance control will
also operate when reverse gear is
selected. Front park distance control provides an
audible proximity warning when driving
forwards if objects are detected within
the operating range shown in the
illustration above (between
approximately 24 inches [60 cm] (
A) and
31 inches [80 cm] (C ) to the front of the
vehicle). The front sensors only operate
within a fixed speed range in forward
gears and are not effective when moving
forwards above 9mph (15km/h) or when
slowing down until below 4½ mph
(7 km/h).
If an obstacle is detected at the front or
rear of the vehicle, a beep tone will be
heard from the front or rear speaker
respectively, which increases in rate as
the vehicle approaches the obstacle. The front or rear park distance control
beep will become co
ntinuous when the
obstacle is detected at or within
12 inches (30 cm) from the rear or
approximate 10 inches (25 cm) from the
front of the vehicle.
If the system has a fault when engaging
reverse gear or turning on the ignition,
then a single, three second tone will be
heard (only once per ignition cycle) and,
if fitted, the switch lamp will come on.
The system is automatically disabled
when a fault is detected.

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Interior Features
Accessory Power Points
There are two sockets to provide a power
source for accessories, such as a 12-volt
vacuum cleaner or mobile phone.
One is fitted to the end of the centre
console to the left of the cigar lighter,
beneath a flip lid.
The other accessories socket is located in
the glove compartment (not shown).
A cigar lighter is fitted to the rear of the
centre console.
Do not use any cigar lighter socket for
connecting accessories as it can be
damaged.
Cigar Lighter and Ashtray
Push the lid to gain access to the front
cigar lighter and ashtray. To operate the
cigar lighter the ignition must be on,
press the lighter in and wait until the
element has heated, it will then pop-up.
Note:Never hold the lighter knob down.
Do not attempt to remove particles from
the heating element as it is self-cleaning.
The cigar lighter is designed to be used
just to heat the lighter element and not for
providing a power source for accessories.
To empty the ashtray, lift it out vertically
and remove. After emptying, push the
ashtray into the opening until it snaps
back into place.
Sun Visors and Vanity Mirrors
Adjustable sun visors can be swung
downwards or unclipped and swung
sideways to reduce sun glare.
The sun visors are fitted with illuminated
vanity mirrors, behind a hinged flap.
The light comes on when the flap is lifted.

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Centre Console
The centre console carries the armrest, cupholders, the cubby
box and (where fitted) the phone. At the rear of the centre
console is a cigar lighter and accessory power point.
The sliding armrest is hinged at the rear and has a release
button located on the front of the armrest. The chromed button
is pulled upwards to raise the armrest and gain access to the
cubby box and (when fitted) the telephone.
Cupholders
!WARNING:
1. Do not place hot drinks in the cupholders whilst the vehicle is moving, there is a risk of scalding.
2. Use soft cups only.
To expose the two cupholders, slide the armrest rearwards.

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Rear Armrest
!WARNING:
1. Do not place hot drinks in the cupholders whilst the vehicle is moving, there is a risk of scalding.
2. Use only soft cups and cool liquids.
Depending on vehicle specificatio n there can either be a rear
armrest or a rear centre console fitted.
To access the cupholders in the rear armrest ( A), press the two
buttons on the rear hinged lid and raise it. The cupholders can
then be used as required.
To access the cupholders in the rear centre console ( B), push
and release the rear of the lid which will then fold forwards
exposing the two cupholders. To close the lid, fold rearwards
and push it shut to cover the two cupholders.

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Horn
The dual tone horn is operated by
pressing the centre pad on the steering
wheel.
The horn also operates as a warning horn
if the vehicle alarm system is activated.
Sunglasses Stowage
A compartment for stowing sunglasses or
spectacles is located in the overhead
console.
Rear Sunblind
The electrically operated rear sunblind is
fitted to the parcel shelf.
Push the switch to raise the sunblind.
To lower the sunblind, push the switch
again.

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Side Sunblinds
The rear door window sunblinds are
manually operated by lifting the blind
and securing it in the two clips provided.
To lower the blind just unhook it from
the clips and lower it gently back into the
stowage.Quarter light blinds have a single securing
clip. Pull the blind re
arwards and locate
it in the clip. To stow the blind, unhook it
and gently let it return into the stowage.
!WARNING:
Take care when re leasing the quarter
light blind because it could strike
your face if it slips from your hand.