2004 JAGUAR XJ warning

Maintenance 7 - 11
Check Coolant Level
Refer to page 7 - 5 for coolant header tank
location.
The coolant level MAX and MIN
indicators are located inside the reservoir
and are only visible when looking into the
filler neck with the cap removed. Check
the level only when the engine is cold.
The coolant level shou ld be between the
MAX and MIN indicators. If persistent
coolant loss is noticed, have a Jaguar
Retailer investigate the cause
immediately.
!WARNING:
Do not remove the coolant header
tank filler/pressure cap while the
engine is hot. If the cap must be
removed, protect the hands against
escaping steam and slowly turn the
cap anti-clockwise until the steam
starts to escape. Leave the cap in this
position until the pressure is
released, and then remove the cap.
Topping up
!WARNING:
Do not allow anti-freeze to make
contact with skin or eyes. If this
happens, rinse the affected area
immediately with plenty of water.
Caution: Anti-freeze will damage
paintwork. Avoid spillage.
Top up with a mixture of 50% water and
50% anti-freeze until the coolant is
between the MAX and MIN indicators
inside the header tank. Use anti-freeze to
specification WSS M97B44, coloured
orange, Extended Life Coolant.
Refit the filler cap and hand-tighten
securely until the ratchet operates. Engine anti-freeze
When used at the correct concentration,
anti-freeze not only protects the engine
from frost damage in winter, it also
provides all year round protection against
internal corrosion.
The cooling system should always be
topped up or refilled with the specified
anti-freeze at the correct concentration.
This 50/50% mixture gives frost
protection for temperatures down to
–40°F (–40°C).
Do not mix any other anti-freeze with
that specified; inferior quality anti-freeze
may be ineffective in maintaining
adequate frost and corrosion protection
to the cooling system.
The coolant solution
may remain in the
cooling system for five years or
156,000 miles (250,000 km) after which
the system should be drained, flushed
and refilled.
Engine block heater
For further information consult your
Jaguar Retailer.
Caution: The fitting of an engine
block heater does not eliminate the
need for anti-freeze under freezing
conditions.

Maintenance 7 - 13
Battery
A low maintenance battery specifically
designed for use with this vehicle is fitted
below the luggage compartment floor.
!WARNING:
California Proposition 65:
Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories, contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash hands after
handling.
!WARNING:
1. The cell plugs and vent pipe must
be in place at all times when the
battery is in the vehicle. Failure to
fit, or incorrect fitting of these
items is potentially hazardous.
2. To avoid injury do not use an open flame or cause an electric spark
when checking the battery.
Hydrogen gas generated by the
battery is flammable and may
explode. 3. Do not connect any 12 volt
equipment (for example a 12 volt
lead lamp) directly to the battery
terminals. Use the accessory
sockets to temporarily connect
Jaguar approved accessories.
4. Do not let battery acid electrolyte come into contact with skin or
eyes. If you get any in your eyes or
on your skin, immediately rinse
with cold water and consult a
doctor.
Caution:
1. Switch off the ignition before disconnecting battery terminals.
Always disconnect the earth
terminal first and reconnect last.
2. Do not let battery acid come into contact with painted surfaces or
fabric.
The exterior of the battery should be
occasionally wiped clean to remove any
dirt or grease.
If a new battery is to be fitted, it must be
the same type as the original.
The use of unapproved batteries is not
recommended and coul d invalidate the
vehicle warranty. Note:
The service life of the battery is
dependent on its condition of charge.
It must always be sufficiently charged for
the battery to last an optimum length of
time.
We recommend that the battery charge is
checked frequently if the vehicle is used
mostly for short distance trips, or if it is
not used for long periods of time.
Battery/ignition isolator switches
Non-approved battery isolator switches,
which disconnect the power supply to all
electrical circuits, are not recommended.
Generator
To prevent damage to the generator,
do not run the engine while the battery
or any of the charging circuit cables are
disconnected.
The generator has polarity-sensitive
components that may be irreparably
damaged if subjected to incorrect
polarity. Ensure that the battery earth
lead is always connected to the battery
negative terminal.

7-14 Maintenance
Battery Warning Signs
There are two labels on the battery
(see illustration above) depicting a
number of warning signs. The warning
signs are as follows:
Label A
No smoking, no naked
flames, no sparks (Red)
Keep away from children
(Red)
Shield eyes (Blue)
Note operating
instructions (Blue)
Battery acid (Yellow)
Explosive gas (Yellow)
Label B
DANGER/POISON
SHIELD EYES EXPLOSIVE
GASES can cause
blindness or injury
NO
•SPARKS
•FLAMES
•SMOKING

Maintenance 7 - 15
Check/Top Up Battery
Electrolyte
In normal climates this must be carried
out at least once a year. In hot weather/
climates the electrolyte level must be
checked at least every three months.
Fold the luggage compartment floor panel
forwards (see page 6 - 4).
Unscrew the six cell plugs. Check that the
electrolyte is level wi th the plastic level
indicator ( A). If necessary, top up with
distilled water but do not overfill.
If illumination is required, use a hand-
held flashlight to in spect the electrolyte
level.
Refit the six cell plugs and refit the
battery cover.
Battery Charging
!WARNING:
1. Batteries produce combustible gas (hydrogen) when being charged.
The battery must be removed
from the vehicle before charging
commences.
2. Never charge or boost a frozen battery.
To disconnect the battery, refer to
Battery lead disconnection on
page 7 - 16.
When charging the battery ensure that
the charge voltage is the same as the
nominal voltage of the battery.
Switch off the charge r before connecting
or disconnecting terminal connections to
avoid sparks and short circuits.
Ensure that the charger positive (+) lead
is connected to the positive (+) terminal
of the battery and the negative (–) lead is
connected to the nega tive (–) terminal of
the battery.
Do not remove or loosen any of the cell
plugs when charging the battery.
Check and, if necessary, top up the
electrolyte level when the battery is fully
charged.
SULFURIC ACID can
cause blindness or severe
burns
FLUSH EYES
IMMEDIATELY WITH
WATER
GET MEDICAL HELP FAST
General warning on the label:
KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN
DO NOT TIP
KEEP VENT CAPS TIGHT AND LEVEL

7-20 Maintenance
United States Department of
Transportation/Uniform Tyre Quality
Grades
The following information relates to the
tyre grading system developed by the
National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration which will grade tyres by
tread wear, traction and temperature
performance.
Tread wear
The tread wear grade is a comparative
rating based on the wear rate of the tyre
when tested under controlled conditions
on a specified government test course.
For example, a tyre graded 150 would
wear one and a half (1.5) times as well on
the government course as a tyre
graded 100.
The relative performance of tyres
depends upon the actual conditions of
their use, however, and may depart
significantly from the norm due to
variations in driving habits, service
practices and differences in road
characteristics and climate. Traction – A, B, C
The traction grades, from the highest to
the lowest are ‘
A’, ‘ B’ and ‘ C’, and they
represent the tyre’s ability to stop on wet
pavements as measured under controlled
conditions on specified government test
surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tyre
marked ‘ C’ may have poor traction
performance.
!WARNING:
The traction grade assigned to this
tyre is based on braking (straight
ahead) traction tests and does not
include cornering (turning) traction. Temperature – A, B, C
The temperature grades ‘
A’ (the highest),
‘ B ’ and ‘C ’ representing the tyre’s
resistance to the generation of heat and
its ability to dissipate heat when tested
under controlled conditions on a
specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tyre to degenerate and
reduce tyre life, and excessive
temperature can lead to sudden tyre
failure.
The grade ‘ C’ corresponds to a level of
performance which all passenger car
tyres must meet under the Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109.
Grades ‘ B’ and ‘ A’ represent higher levels
of performance on the laboratory test
wheel than the minimum required by
law.
!WARNING:
The temperature grade for this tyre is
established for a tyre that is properly
inflated and not over loaded.
Excessive speed, under-inflation or
excessive loading, either separately
or in combination, can cause heat
build-up and possible tyre failure.

Maintenance 7 - 21
Winter (Snow) Tyres
The tyres fitted as original equipment are
designed with a rubber compound, tread
pattern and width specially suited for
high speeds in normal road conditions,
but they are less suitable during extremes
of low temperatures, snow and ice.
The use of winter tyres will considerably
improve the vehicle’s handling during
these conditions.
It is recommended that only Jaguar
approved winter tyres are used (refer to
Wheels and Tyres on page 8 - 7).
!WARNING:
Do not exceed the tyre speed rating
when using winter tyres.
Tyre directional indicators must be
rotating in a clockwise direction when
viewed from the right-hand side of the
vehicle, and anti-clockwise when viewed
from the left-hand side of the vehicle.
Winter tyres must be used in vehicle sets,
that is, fitted on all four wheels.
Snow Chains
Snow chains, of the recommended type,
may only be fitted to rear wheels.
Contact your Jaguar Retailer for details
and availability of approved snow chains.
The maximum speed when using snow
chains is 30 mph (48 km/h).
Remove the snow chains immediately the
roads are clear of snow.
Ensure the fitting instructions supplied
with the snow chains are kept in a safe
place, for example, wi th this literature
pack.
Note: Dynamic Stability Control MUST
be switched OFF when using snow chains.

Maintenance 7 - 25
Electrical Accessories
!WARNING:
Alterations to the electrical system,
including the fitting of accessories not
designed for this Jaguar, will cause
damage to the electrical circuits and
systems. In some circumstances this
could result in a malfunction or fire.
All accessory work should be
entrusted to a Jaguar Retailer.
Caution:
1. Under no circumstances must the power supply be obtained directly
from either battery terminal.
2. The use of non-approved accessories can reduce the battery
capacity and charge period to an
unacceptable level, therefore,
Jaguar cannot acce pt any liability
for the fitment of any such item.
Earth Points
If an accessory needs to be connected to
an earth point, consult a Jaguar Retailer.
Caution: Under no circumstances
must holes be drilled in the
bodywork to accept earth terminals.

8 - 8 Specifications
Tyre Pressures
The tyre pressures recommended by Jaguar Cars to maintain optimum ride and handling characteristics for all normal operating
conditions are shown on a label affixed to the inside of the fuel filler flap.
For your convenience you may wish to record the tyre pressures in the boxes provided below. If you are unsure of the correct
pressures please contact your Jaguar Retailer.
Tyres Not Approved by Jaguar
!WARNING:
When using tyres other than those recommended by Jaguar do not exceed the speed capacity recommended by the
manufacturer. Front
Rear
Normal Driving
Laden/High speed