2009 JAGUAR XF Owners Manual

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Note: For lamps controlled by proximity
sensors, the wearing of gloves may interfere
with operation. If you are wearing gloves, it
may be necessary to touch the proximity
switch to operate the lamps.
Ambience lighting
Ambience lighting. Automatically illuminates
when the headlamps are on. Ambience lighting
creates a blue glow ar ound the centre console
and front door armrests.
Luggage compartment lamp
Automatically illuminates when the luggage
compartment is opened.
APPROACH LAMPS
This feature is activated by pressing
the headlamp icon button on the
Jaguar Smart Key. See USING THE
REMOTE CONTROL (page 17). The headlamps
will remain on for 25 seconds or until the
button is pressed again, or until the engine
START/STOP button is pressed.
REMOVING A HEADLAMP
1. Open the bonnet. See OPENING AND
CLOSING THE BONNET (page 195).
2. Remove the two bolts from the top of the
headlamp unit.
3. Remove the retaining bolt located in the
wheel arch.
Note: To improve access to the wheel arch,
turn the steering wheel to full lock, in the
direction of the affected headlamp.
4. Pull the headlamp away slightly from the
body of the vehicle.CAUTION
It is recommended that the following
procedure should only be attempted by
a qualified technician. If in doubt, consult your
Dealer/Authorised Repairer.
Do not place the removed lamp unit face
down on hard or abrasive surfaces.
Doing so may scratch the surface of the lens.
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5.Press the tab and pull to disconnect the
electrical connector.
6. Press the clip and pull to disconnect the
headlamp washer hose (if headlamp
washers are fitted).
7. Remove the headlamp unit.
REMOVING A REAR LAMP
Only the rear directio n indicator and reverse
lamp bulbs can be repl aced. Failure of any
other rear lamp unit should be investigated by
a qualified technician. Consult your Dealer/
Authorised Repairer.
Note: Access to the rear lamp units is achieved
through access hatche s, located behind the
rear boot trim.
1. Remove the two retaining nuts.
2. Pull and slide the lamp unit rearwards to
remove.
CAUTION
It is recommended that the following
procedure should only be attempted by
a qualified technician. If in doubt, consult your
Dealer/Authorised Repairer.
Do not place the removed lamp unit face
down on hard or abrasive surfaces.
Doing so may scratch the surface of the lens.
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CHANGING A BULB
General information
Note: In certain markets its a legal requirement
to carry spare bulbs. A replacement bulb kit is
available as an approved accessory from your
Dealer/Authorised Repairer.
Halogen bulbs
Halogen bulbs are used for main beam and
dipped beam headlamps. Take care not to
touch the glass part of the bulb with your
fingers; always use a cl oth to handle the bulb.
If necessary use methylated spirits to remove
finger prints.
Xenon lamps
Seek advice about the correct
disposal of Xenon lamp units from
your Dealer/Authorised Repairer, or
your local authority.
HEADLAMP UNIT BULBS
Halogen dipped beam
With the headlamp unit removed:-
1. Rotate the cover counter-clockwise to
remove.
2. Twist the bulb holder counter-clockwise
and withdraw it from the headlamp unit.
3. Pull the bulb from the holder to remove.
Note: When fitting the replacement bulb,
ensure the orientation of the tab (arrowed) is as
shown.
CAUTION
Always replace bulbs with the correct
type and specification. If you are in any
doubt contact your Dealer/Authorised
Repairer for advice.
WARNINGS
Replacement or maintenance of
Xenon lamps should only be carried
out by suitably qualified personnel.
High voltage is required to ignite the
gas and metal vapour which are used
to power Xenon lamps. Contact with
this voltage can cause serious injuries.
Xenon lamp units operate at a very
high temperature. Ensure that the
lamp units have cooled before
attempting to touch them.
Xenon lamp units contain Mercury
which is highly toxic and can be
extremely harmful.
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Halogen dipped and main beam
With the headlamp unit removed:-
1.Rotate the relevant cover
counter-clockwise to remove.
2. Twist the bulb holder counter-clockwise
and withdraw it from the headlamp unit.
3. Pull the bulb from the holder to remove.
Note: When fitting the replacement bulb,
ensure the orientation of the tab (arrowed) is as
shown.
Direction indicator bulbs
With the headlamp unit removed:-
1. Twist the indicator bulb holder
counter-clockwise, and remove it from the
lamp unit.
2. Press the bulb into the holder, then twist it
to remove.
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Side lamp bulbs
1.Rotate the cover counter-clockwise and
remove.
2. Pull the bulb holder tab to remove from the
lamp unit.
3. Pull the bulb to remove.
When replacing, push the bulb holder into its
socket in the lamp unit until it clicks in place.
SIDE REPEATER LAMP
REAR LAMP BULBS
Rear direction indicator and reverse
lamp bulbs
With the rear lamp unit removed:-
1.Squeeze the two tabs together, then pull to
remove the relevant bulb holder.
2. Press and release the tab on the electrical
connector and pull to remove the bulb unit.
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CAUTION
These lamps are LED units and should
only be replaced by a Dealer/Authorised
Repairer.
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Number plate lamp bulb
1.Using a small flat-bla ded screwdriver as
shown, lever out the si de of the lamp unit
and remove.
2. Twist the bulb holder 90° counter-
clockwise to access the bulb.
3. Pull to remove the bulb from the holder.
Other rear lamp bulbs
The following rear lamps are LED units and
should not be replaced by the owner:
•Tail lamps.
• Brake lamps.
• Rear fog lamps.
• High level brake lamp.
• Rear side marker lamps.
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CAUTION
LED lamp units should only be replaced
by a Dealer/Authorised Repairer.

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BULB SPECIFICATION CHART
Note: The tail lamp, stop lamp, rear fog lamps,
rear side lamps, side repeater lamps and high
mounted stop lamp, ar e LED units and are
non-serviceable. If an y of these lamps should
fail, they should be investigated by qualified
personnel. Consult your Dealer/Authorised
Repairer.
CAUTION
Before attempting to replace a bulb,
ensure that both the affected lamp and
the vehicle's ignition are turned off. If the
circuit is live a short circuit can occur which
may damage the vehicle's electrical system.
Lamp Specification Power (Watts)
Halogen headlamp (Low and High beam) H7/H755/55
Xenon headlamp (Low and High beam) D1S/H735/55
Front side lamps W5W HCB5
Front direction indicators PY21W21
Rear direction indicators PY19W19
Reverse lamps PS19W19
Number plate lamps W5W5
Interior overhead lamps W6WX6
Footwell lamps W5W5
Luggage lamp S10W10
Tailgate lamps W5W5
Glove box lamp W5W5
Vanity mirror lamp 2 x TS1.3W1.3

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WINDSCREEN WIPERS
Note: If the wiper blades become stuck or
jammed, an electronic cut-out may temporarily
halt wiper operation. If this happens, switch off
the wipers and the ignition. Clear any
obstructions and free th e wiper blades, before
attempting to switch on the ignition.
Wiper operation
1. Windscreen wipers off and parked.
2. Rain sensor activated wipe.
3. Low speed wipe.
4. High speed wipe.
5. Rain sensor sensitivity control.
Rain sensor variable delay
1.Maximum sensitivity.
2. Rotate control to adjust sensitivity.
3. Minimum sensitivity.
With the rain sensor acti vated, the sensitivity of
the rain sensor can be adjusted. Rotate the
control upwards to reduce the sensitivity of the
rain sensor.
Single wipe
Pull the stalk towards the steering wheel for a
single wipe. Holding the sw itch in this position,
operates the wipers at normal speed until the
switch is released.
CAUTIONS
Do not operate the windscreen wipers
on a dry screen. The drag on the wiper
mechanism may cause damage.
In freezing or very hot conditions,
ensure that the wipers have not stuck to
the windscreen before operating. The drag on
the wiper mechanism may cause damage.
Remove any snow, ice or frost from the
windscreen, around the wiper arms and
blades, and the screen scuttle, before
operating the wipers. S now and ice can cause
damage to the wiper mechanism, if left
uncleared.
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