2004 JAGUAR XJ lights

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Exterior Lighting
Master Lighting Rotary Switch
Positions
• OFF.
• Side (parking) lights.
• Headlights.
• Autolamps/exit delay.
!WARNING:
It is an offence in certain countries to
obscure front and rear lights,
direction indicators and reflectors. The exterior lights ar
e controlled by the
left-hand column stalk switch.
The rotary collar on the stalk has three
positions for turning th e exterior lights on
or off and positions for autolamps/exit
delay. These are:
OFF – All exterior lights OFF (except
vehicles provided with daylight running
lights).
Sidelights – Switches on front sidelights,
tail, number plate an d any other marker
lights required by local legislation.
When the external lights are ON the
instruments will also be lit.
Headlights – With the ignition in
position ‘II’, this position switches on
dipped headlights in addition to the lights
switched on in sidelight position.
The left-hand column stalk switch has
two positions for controlling the main
beam.
Pulling the switch towards the steering
wheel and releasing causes the main
beam to flash on and off. The main beam
can be flashed at any time when the
switch is pulled and will remain ON for
as long as the switch is held. The second position is to switch main
beam headlights ON. With the ignition in
position ‘II’, first select dipped beam
lights, and then push the column light
switch away from the steering wheel.
The blue warning light on the instrument
cluster and main be
am headlights will
come ON.
To turn main beam OFF, pull the column
switch towards the steering wheel to
return to dipped beam.
Note: If dipped beam is switched OFF
with main beam stil l activated, both
dipped and main beam will be
extinguished. Both dipped and main
beam will illuminate if dipped is turned on
again.
Autolamps – A light sensor control,
mounted on the front of the fascia,
monitors exterior light levels and
automatically switches the sidelights and
dipped headlights ON or OFF.
The ignition switch must be in
position ‘II’ and AUTO selected on the
stalk switch for full automatic light
operation.
When light fades towards dusk,
the sidelights and headlights will switch
ON automatically and the sidelight
warning light in the instrument cluster
will illuminate.

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At dawn, as light increases, the sidelights
and headlights switch OFF automatically.
Do not cover the sensor and keep the
windscreen clean. Obstructing the light in
this area of the sensor may lead to
unwanted operation of the sidelights and
headlights.
Note:If the windscreen wipers are
switched on in auto, slow or fast modes
for more than 20 seconds then the
exterior lights will be switched on,
if selected to autolamps mode. The lights
will switch off 2 minutes after the wipers
are switched off or will go off straight
away if autolamps is deselected or the
ignition is turned off.
Exit delay
When parking the car at night, if the
headlights were switched on then they
will remain on for a short period after the
key has been removed from the ignition
switch. This is to give a clearly lit area for
occupants leaving the vehicle.
If the light switch rotary collar is in the
AUTO position there will be no exit delay
and the headlights will turn off when the
light switch is turned off. Three settings on the rotary collar set the
time that the lights will remain on after
the key is removed from the ignition
switch;
•10seconds.
•30seconds.
•2minutes.
Note:
The key must not be in the ignition
switch for this feature to operate.
The message centre shows the delay
setting or when this feature is turned off.
Headlight convenience
When approaching the vehicle,
the sidelights and headlights can be
switched on by pressing the headlight
button on the re mote transmitter.
The lights will come on for 25 seconds or
can be switched off by pressing the
remote transmitte r headlight button
again. Daylight running lights
In certain countries it is a legal
requirement for the lights to be on during
the hours of daylight.
With the rotary co
llar in the OFF
position, dipped headlights, sidelights,
tail lights, number plate lights and side
marker lights will switch on automatically
with the following conditions:
• The ignition is turned to position ‘II’.
• The vehicle gear se lector out of park.
• The parkbrake is not applied (released).

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The fog lights can only be switched on
when the ignition switch is in position ‘II’.
Front fog lights (A)
With the lights on in sidelight or dip
position, press the switch (A) to turn on
the front fog lights. Pushing the switch
again will turn off the front fog lights.
A warning light in the instrument cluster
indicates that the fog light is on.
If the sidelights are turned off, the fog
lamps will automatically turn off.
Note: The front fog lights should only be
used when visibility is severely restricted
by fog. Rear fog lights (B)
The rear fog lights can only be switched
on if the dipped headlights are on or if
front fog lights are switched on.
Press the switch (
B) to turn on the rear
fog lights. Pushing the switch again will
turn off the rear fog lights.
A warning lamp in the instrument cluster
indicates that the fog light is on.
When the side lights are switched off the
fog lights will go off.
If the sidelights are le ft on but the ignition
switch is turned to OFF the fog lights will
switch off.Dimmer Switch
The instruments, switchpacks, in-car
entertainment panel and the climate
control panel will be lit when the exterior
lights are switched on.
Push and release the knob to extend it for
ease of operation.
Rotate the knob to adjust the illumination
to the required level.
Push the knob again to place it in the
stowed position.

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Direction Indicators
The direction indicators, the left column
stalk, operate when the ignition is in
position ‘II’. Move the stalk up for
indicating a right turn or move it down to
indicate a left turn.
Two positions are provided. The first
position, partly moving the stalk up or
down, causes the indicator to flash while
it is held in this position. On releasing the
stalk the indicators stop flashing.
The second position is a full movement of
the stalk up or down, which can then be
released. The indicators will remain
flashing and will cancel when the turn is
completed. An audible ticking an
d a flashing green
arrow on the instrument cluster indicates
that the selected direction indicator is
operating.
Bulb failure
The direction indicators (including those
on a trailer, if attached) and side
repeaters are monitored for bulb failure.
If a bulb fails when it is on, a message is
shown in the message centre. At the same
time, the corresponding side green
warning light will flash at twice the
normal rate. The audible ticking will
sound at twice the normal rate.Door Guard/Puddle Lights
Door guard lights are fitted to each door
to give warning of an open door to
passing vehicles.
Puddle lights illuminate the ‘step out’
area at night.
Each light comes on automatically when
the door is opened. If the door is left
open the lights remain on for 5 minutes
and then switch off.
Approach Lights
Approach lights are fitted in the door
mirrors to provide illumination for the
floor area around the front doors.
The approach lights come on when:
• The vehicle is unlocked using a key, key transmitter or the central locking
switch.
• Using the headlight convenience button on the key transmitter.
• Reverse gear is selected.
The approach lights will not illuminate if
the autolamp sensor determines that the
ambient light is sufficiently bright.
Luggage Compartment
Lighting
The luggage compar tment will be
illuminated when the lid is opened.
Glove Compartment
The glove compartment will be
illuminated when the lid is opened.

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Hazard Warning
The switch is in the centre console below
the radio and operates with the ignition
ON or OFF. Use only in an emergency to
warn traffic of a vehicle breakdown or
approaching danger.
To operate, press the switch.
The direction indicators, the instrument
cluster green indicators and audible
warning will operate in unison.
The switch symbol will light up.
To cancel, press the switch again.
Interior Lighting
Interior lighting comp rises front overhead
courtesy light and tw o front and two rear
reading/map lights. Vanity mirror, glove
compartment, footwell and luggage
compartment lights are also provided.
Pressing the centre switch ( A) in the
overhead console turns the front and rear
courtesy lamps and footwell lamps on.
A second press turns the lamps off. Map/reading lamps
The reading/map lights are turned on and
off by individual switches (
B).
The reading/map lights will remain on for
up to 15 minutes after the ignition has
been turned off.
The centre console area is illuminated by
a small light from the overhead
console ( C). This is on whenever the
sidelights are on and can be controlled by
the dimmer switch.
Rear lighting
The rear interior ligh ts can be switched
on or off by pressing the lens cover.

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Illuminated entry/exit
The interior lights fade on when a door is
opened and go out when the engine is
started or 15 seconds after the last door
is closed. If any door is left open,
the lights will fade off after two minutes.
When the vehicle is unlocked with a key
or the key transmitter, the courtesy lights
will come on at maximum brightness for
two minutes if a door is not opened.
With the engine running, opening any
door will put on all interior lights, they
will go out immediately after the last door
is closed.Battery Saver
If the interior lights are switched on using
the centre switch in the overhead console
and the ignition swit ch is turned to
position ‘0’, the lights will automatically
turn OFF after 40 minutes.
If the interior lights are switched on by
opening a door and the ignition switch is
in position ‘0’, the lights will
automatically turn off after 10 minutes.
If the glove compartmen t or vanity mirror
lights are switched on and the ignition
switch is turned to positions ‘0’ or ‘I’ or
the key is removed, the lights will
automatically turn OFF after 40 minutes.

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Windscreen Wash/Wipe
Push the button on the end of the switch
to obtain the wash/wipe programme.
If the wipers are selected off or
intermittent, the washers will operate at
slow speed during the washing action
when the button is pressed. When the
button is released, the wipers will
complete up to three further wipes.
A single wipe will take place 4 seconds
after the last wipe to clear any drips of
water from the windscreen.
If rain sensitive wipers are fitted and
selected then the wipers will operate until
no moisture is detected.
Headlight Powerwash
The headlight powerwash units (if fitted)
are mounted betw een the front
headlights.
The headlight powerwash feature will
operate if the ignition is in position ‘II’
and dipped or main beam headlights are
switched ON. It will not operate if the
washer fluid level is low.
When the windscreen wash/wipe button
is pressed, the headlight powerwash
directs two short burs ts, 3 seconds apart,
at the headlights. If the wash/wipe button
is held, the headlamp wash cycle will
continue for up to 20 seconds.
The headlight powerwash will operate the
first time the wash/w ipe button is pressed
and thereafter every sixth succeeding
wash/wipe operation. If the headlights or
ignition are switched OFF and ON again,
headlight powerwash will operate on the
next press of the wash/wipe button. Note:
If the washer fluid level is low in
the reservoir the windscreen wipers will
not operate when windscreen wash is
selected even though there may be washer
fluid remaining in the reservoir and
sprayed onto the screen. This is to prevent
damage to the blades , or scratching of the
glass, or smearing dirt across the screen.

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Starting/Stopping the
Vehicle
When the vehicle is stationary the
automatic gear selector may be left in ‘D’,
‘ 2 ’, ‘ 3’, ‘ 4’ or ‘ 5’, unless the vehicle is to
be parked. When stopping for traffic
lights, junctions etc., either select ‘ P’ or
apply the parkbrake and select ‘ N’.
Before Starting
Before starting the engine, new owners/
drivers should familiarize themselves with
the layout and operation of the controls
and instruments.
!WARNING:
Before attempting to start the engine,
check parkbrake is ON and gear
selector lever is in position ‘P’ or ‘N’.
To Start the Engine
The engine cannot be started until the
gear selector is in ‘ N’ or ‘ P’.
Insert the key into the ignition switch and
turn clockwise to position ‘II’ to switch
on the ignition.
When the key is turned to position ‘III’
the starter motor will turn the engine
until:
• The key is released and automatically returns to position ‘II’.
• The ignition switch is turned to ‘0’ or ‘I’.
• The gear selector is moved out of ‘P’ or ‘N’.
• The engine starts.
If the engine fails to start, the key must be
turned to position ‘0’ before attempting
to restart.
Do not use the starter continuously for
longer than six seconds. Continued use of
the starter will disc harge the battery and
may damage the starter mechanism.
Wait until the engine stops turning before
re-using the starter.
When the engine starts, release the key. The red charge light and the oil pressure
light in the instrument cluster should go
out when the engine is running.
If the engine fails to start
If an ignition key is placed in the ignition
switch and turned to position ‘II’ and the
alarm security light is flashing, it is
possible that the engine will not start.
In any event, please contact a Jaguar
Retailer to investigate the cause of the
light flashing.
It is possible that the fuel system inertia
switch may have tripped, see page 6 - 3
for the resetting procedure.
If the engine persistent
ly fails to start and
flooding is suspected, depress the
accelerator pedal fully, hold it in this
position and turn the key to position ‘III’
for six seconds. Release the key, remove
your foot from the accelerator pedal and
then attempt to restart the engine.
Note: The engine cannot start whilst the
pedal is fully depressed, it must be
released to enable the engine to start.
If the engine still fail s to start, switch the
ignition OFF and contact a Jaguar
Retailer.