2004 JAGUAR XJ Windscreen wash

Owner Information 1 - 5
If you believe that your vehicle has a
defect which could cause a crash or could
cause injury or death, you should inform
the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) (USA only) in
addition to notifying Jaguar Cars.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints,
it may open an investigation, and if it
finds that a safety defect exists in a group
of vehicles, it may order a recall and
remedy campaign. However, NHTSA
cannot become involved in individual
problems between you, your Retailer,
or Jaguar Cars.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call
the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at
1–800–424–9393 (or 366–0123 in
Washington, D.C. area) or write to:
NHTSA, U.S. Department of
Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590.
To contact Jaguar Cars call 1–800 4
Jaguar.
You can also obtain other information
about motor safety from the Hotline.Vehicle Identification
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
It is essential that the Vehicle
Identification Number (VIN) is quoted in
all correspondence an d when ordering
replacement parts.
The number is visible from outside the
vehicle, on a plate in the lower left edge
of the windscreen.
Certification Label
Vehicles have the Certification Label
adhered to the left-hand front door hinge
post. Vehicle weights, paint code,
manufacture date and the VIN are shown
on this plate.

Owner Information 1 - 7
Health and Safety
!WARNING:
1. Many liquids and other substances used in vehicles are
poisonous and should never be
consumed and must be kept away
from open wounds.
These substances include anti-
freeze, brake fluid, fuel,
windscreen washer additives,
lubricants and various adhesives.
2. The presence of any unusual fumes (for example; petrol or
exhaust fumes) in the passenger
compartment and/or luggage
compartment should be corrected
immediately by a Jaguar Retailer.
If you must drive under these
conditions do so only with all
windows fully open.
3. By operating other electronic equipment (for example; a mobile
phone without an exterior
antenna) electro-magnetic fields
can cause malfunctions of the
vehicle electronics.
Therefore, you should observe the
instructions of the equipment
manufacturers. 4. Any modifications to the fuel
system not specifically designed
for this Jaguar are prohibited.
Such modifications in some
circumstances could result in a
fire. All service actions must be
entrusted to a Jaguar Retailer.
5. 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.
6. No attempt should be made to repair a fuse that has blown.
Always install a new fuse of the
correct amperage. Failure to
comply with the above may cause
a fire hazard or create serious
damage elsewhere in the
electrical circuit.
7. Avoid contact with battery acid which is poisonous and corrosive.
Acid will cause burns to the skin
as well as to the eyes. In the event
of skin or eye contamination,
wash the affected area with water
thoroughly. Seek immediate medical attention when eye
contact has occurred.
8. Do not disconnect any pipes in the air conditioning refrigeration
system. A refrigerant is used
which can cause blindness if
allowed to contact the eyes.
If refrigerant should contact the
eyes or skin, wash the eyes or
affected area with cold water for
several minutes. Do not rub.
As soon as possible thereafter,
obtain treatment from a doctor or
eye specialist.
9. When working within the engine compartment, take care to avoid
contact with moving parts and hot
components.
10. California Proposition 65: Engine exhaust, some of it’s
constituents, and certain vehicle
components, contain or emit
chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other
reproductive harm.

4-18 On the Road
DSC NOT
AVAILABLE Stability
Control Amber Displayed when a fault occurs in the stability control system.
DSC ON (or OFF) Stability ControlAmber
(OFF only) Displayed when the stability contro
l system is switched ON or OFF.
The warning light will FLASH when the stability control system is switched ON and
operating. When the system is switched OFF, the warning light in the instrument
cluster will be illuminated until the system is switched back ON.
WASHER
FLUID LOW Low washer
fluid level Amber Indicates that the windscreen wash fluid level is low. If wash/wipe is selected when
this message is displayed (even if it has been cleared from the message centre),
the programmed wipe after wash ing will not operate. This is to avoid smearing the
windscreen if the reservoir is empty. To p up the washer fluid at the earliest
opportunity.
VALET MODE None None Indicates that the valet switch is selected on. It also indicates that an attempt has been made to open the luggage compartment using the interior release whilst valet
mode is selected.
CHECK FUEL FILLER CAP None Amber The fuel filler cap may be loose or leaking excessively.
Message
Warning
Light Priority
Indicator Meaning

On the Road 4 - 31
Wipers and Washers
The windscreen wipers and screen wash
functions are controlled by the right-hand
column stalk switch and only operate
with the ignition in position ‘II’.
Moving the stalk up or down operates or
turns off the windscreen wipers.
Windscreen Wipers
The stalk functions are as follows:
Position (A):
The windscreen wipers are OFF and
parked.
First position ( B):
Intermittent wipe.
Second position (C ):
Slow speed wiper operation.
Third position ( D):
High speed wiper operation.
Intermittent wipe
When intermittent w ipe is selected the
delay between wipes can be varied.
Turn the collar ( E) to vary the delay from
3 seconds to 18 seconds.
Flick wipe
Pull the column switch towards the
steering wheel for a single wipe. Holding
the column switch in this position will
operate the wiper continuously at slow
speed until released. Rain sensitive wiper control
When AUTO, (turn the rotary collar [
E] to
AUTO) and intermittent wipe is selected,
the wipers will automatically operate to
clear the windscreen when rain falls on to
the windscreen, or when moisture is
present.
For the wipers to operate, the ignition
switch must be in position ‘II’.
Note: When starting a journey with a wet
windscreen, the rain sensing wipers will
not operate immediately the ignition is
switched on, therefore, a flick wipe
should be used to clear the windscreen of
any moisture.
Caution: Ensure that AUTO is not
selected when entering a car wash or
damage to the wiper blades/arms can
occur.

4-32 On the Road
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.

6 - 22 Roadside Emergency
Fuse Box Locations
There are three separate fuse boxes fitted
to the vehicle, each one containing fuses
protecting a different group of circuits.
Engine compartment fuse box
The fuse box is located in the engine
compartment on the right-hand side
adjacent to the windscreen wash
reservoir.
Remove the fuse box lid by pressing the
spring catch and lifting.
When refitting, press the fuse box lid in
the area of the retaining lugs until the lid
engages. Cabin fuse box
The cabin fuse box is located behind the
right-hand side trim panel in the footwell.
To access the fuse box, pull out the
bottom of the trim panel (arrowed), slide
the panel down slightly and remove.
Trunk fuse box
A fuse box is located in the trunk,
situated behind the battery.
Open the trunk floor panel to gain access
to the fuse box.
Remove the fuse box lid by pulling the
retaining clips and pulling the lid
upwards.
Reposition the lid and press down until
the retaining clips engage.
Replace the floor panel.

Maintenance
Regular Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 3
Hood Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 4
Checking and Top Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 6
Check Engine Oil Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 6
Check Power Steering Fluid Level . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 8
Check Brake Fluid Reservoir . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 9
Check Windscreen/Headlight Washer Reservoir. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 10
Check Coolant Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 11
Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 12
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 13
Battery Warning Signs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 14
Check/Top Up Battery Electrolyte . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 15
Windscreen Wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 17
Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 18
Tyre Pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 18
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 22
Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 22
Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 23
Electrical Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 25

Maintenance 7 - 3
7 Maintenance
Regular Checks
In the interests of safety and reliability,
it is advisable to carry out the following
checks at the recommended intervals,
and always before starting on a long
journey.
Daily
Check that there is sufficient fuel for the
journey intended, particularly at night
and before joining motorways.
Weekly
Tyres– Check the tyres, including the
spare, for condition and pressure.
Tyre pressures are explained on page 8 - 8
and shown on a label inside the fuel filler
flap.
Lights – Check that all exterior lights and
direction indicators function correctly
and that the lenses are clean.
Engine oil – With the vehicle standing
on level ground, check the oil level and
top up if necessary with oil of the correct
grade.
Engine coolant – With the engine cold,
check the level of the coolant in the
coolant reservoir header tank. Any loss of
fluid must be checked by a Jaguar
Retailer. Brake fluid
– Check the level of the fluid
in the brake fluid reservoir. Top up if
necessary with new, unused Jaguar
approved brake fluid.
The reservoir is initially nearly full,
but the level will drop as the brake pads
wear. If the level appears unusually low,
location of the fluid leakage must be
checked by a Jaguar Retailer.
Power steering fluid – With the engine
cold, check the level of the fluid in the
power steering fluid reservoir. Top up if
necessary with fluid of the correct
specification. Any loss of fluid should be
checked by a Jaguar Retailer.
Windscreen washer fluid – Top up
with windscreen washer fluid and clean
soft water. Check the operation of the
washers. It is recommended that you
use Jaguar Windscreen Washer Fluid to
keep the glass clean and also to prevent
the fluid from freezing during cold
weather.
Monthly
Wiper blades – Check the quality of the
wipe. If smearing or juddering is evident,
clean the windscreen and wiper blades.
Used Engine Oil
!WARNING:
Prolonged and repeated contact may
cause serious skin disorders,
including dermatitis and cancer.
Always use a hand cream to protect the
skin from oil contamination.
Avoid contact with the skin as far as
possible and wash thoroughly after any
contact. Keep oils out of reach of
children.
PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT: It is
illegal to pollute drai ns, watercourses and
soil. Use authorised waste collection
facilities, including civic amenity sites and
garages providing fa cilities for the
disposal of used oi l, oil filters and
batteries. If in doubt, contact your Local
Authority for advice on disposal.