2009 JAGUAR XF warning light

Instruments
102

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)/
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) - Amber
Illuminates if a fault has been
detected in the ABS (accompanied
by a warning message in the
message centre).
The brake system will c ontinue to function
normally, but without ABS braking.
The warning indicator will also illuminate if a
fault has been detected in the EPB system
(accompanied by a warning message in the
message centre).
If the warning indicato r illuminates or stays
illuminated after the bulb check cycle, seek
qualified assistance as soon as possible.
Adaptive Front Lighting - Amber
Illuminates when there is a system
fault. Seek qualified assistance as
soon as possible.
Engine malfunction - Amber
Illuminates when the ignition
system is on and remains
illuminated until the engine is
started.
If the indicator illuminates when the engine is
running, there is an engine malfunction.
Specialised diagnostic equipment is required
to repair such faults. Seek qualified assistance
as soon as possible. The vehicle may acti
vate limp-home mode,
with the possibility of reduced engine
performance. Driv e with caution.
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) - Amber
The indicator will flash twice every
second when DSC is operating.
The message DSC NOT AVAILABLE
will be displayed and the indicator will
illuminate continuously, if a fault is detected.
When Trac DSC is selected, the message TRAC
DSC is displayed for f our seconds and the
warning indicator remains illuminated.
When DSC is switched off, a chime will sound,
the message DSC OFF is displayed in the
message centre and the warning indicator
remains illuminated.
Rear fog lamps - Amber
Illuminates when the rear fog lamps
are switched on.
Adaptive Cruise Control - Amber
Illuminates when adaptive cruise
control is active, to indicate that the
vehicle is in follow mode.
Forward alert - Amber
Illuminates when the forward alert
function is active.
Airbag - Amber
Flashes if the airbag system
develops a fault, then illuminates
permanently until the fault has been
diagnosed and cleared.
Seek qualified assistance as soon as possible.
WARNING
If the ABS and brake warning
indicators are illuminated at the same
time, do not drive the vehicle until the
fault is rectified. Seek qualified assistance
immediately.

Instruments
104

AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND INDICATORS
Various sounds are produced for warning and notification purposes as follows:Hazard or Condition Chime or tone/remedy
External lamps remain on when
the driver’s door is opened. A chime will sound until the lamps are switched off or driver’s
door is closed (unless the lighting control is in
AUTO position).
Hazard warning indicators on. A ti cking will sound until the hazard indicators are switched off.
Direction indicators on. A tick ing will sound until the indicators are switched off.
Memory 1 (or 2) settings saved. A short tone as the memory selection is saved.
Airbag system failure. A tone sequence is repeated five times. Seek qualified assistance as soon as possible.
Seat belt reminder. A chime will sound until an unfastened se at belt is fastened. The
warning will cease if occupied fr ont seat belts are buckled, the
ignition is turned off or more than approximately three minutes
has elapsed since the start of the chime.
Electric parking brake (EPB). If the EPB is a pplied while the vehicle is moving a continuous
chime will sound; release the EPB. If there is a fault with the
system which would prevent the a pplication of the EPB, a brief
sequence of chimes is initiated.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
driver intervene. Multiple chime. Apply the brakes.
ACC low speed automatic
switch off. A chime will sound to indicate that the ACC system is no longer
operating.
Forward Alert Multiple chime. Apply the brakes.
Speed is over 15 km/h (9 mph)
above the set limit speed. A short warning chime. Reduce speed.
Gear selector is not in Park with
ignition off. A chime will sound.
Select Park.
Entry delay warning (European
markets only). Intermittent slow, low pitc
hed chime. Disarm vehicle.
The Jaguar Smart Key cannot be
detected. A chime will sound. The remote ha
ndset should be inserted into
the starter control unit.
The Jaguar Smart Key is to be
removed from the starter
control unit. A chime will sound for 60 seconds if
the Jaguar Smart Key is in
the starter control unit and the driver’s door is opened. The
remote handset should be remove d from the starter control unit.
DSC OFF A chime will sound.

105
Information displays

GENERAL INFORMATION
The driver message centre display is situated
within the instrument panel between the
tachometer and speedometer gauges. The
message centre is active as soon as a door is
opened for access.
The primary function of the message centre is
to inform the driver of the following:
• Warning messages.
• Temporary alert messages.
• Information messages.
• Turn-by-turn navigation.
The message centre screen is divided into
various zones displaying the following:
1. Gear selection, automatic or manual.
2. Warning messages, accompanied by a red
or amber backlight, if system faults are
detected. Status messages are displayed
to indicate changes in state of certain
vehicle functions (e.g. navigation). When there are no current warning
messages, turn-by-turn navigation
information is displayed, giving
instructions for the next junction. This
facility can be turned off via the
touch-screen. See
TURN-BY-TURN
NAVIGATION (page 339).
The clock can be shown when no other
information is required to be displayed.
See CLOCK (page 124).
3. Trip computer information, including total
distance covered by the vehicle. See TRIP
COMPUTER (page 107).
4. Set trip computer information display
relating A, B or Auto trip computer.
See PERSONALISED SETTINGS
(page 111).
On diesel and V8 petrol models, the
electronic engine oil dipstick reading can
also be displayed, when selected using the
trip computer button. See ENGINE OIL
CHECK - V8 Petrol engines (page 199).
5. The fuel level gauge. The small arrow on
the top of the fuel pump symbol denotes
which side of the vehi cle the fuel filler cap
is located.
Automiles
Inst Fuelmpg
BOOT OPEN
E95066
1
2
3
4
5

Information displays
110

Touch-screen use
When the engine START/STOP button is
pressed, the touch-screen is activated by the
on/off switch on the centre console.
The buttons on the centre console, below the
touch-screen display, are referred to as hard
buttons and should be pressed firmly. The
touch-screen buttons are soft buttons and only
require short, light pressu re to function. Do not
use excessive pressure.
When operating touch-sc reen buttons, always
extend the tip of one finger, and withhold the
thumb and remaining finge rs from the screen.
Touching the screen with more than one finger
at a time may cause false inputs.
Throughout the handbook, the expression
Select an item (or similar wording) means
touch the on-screen button to select or alter
the required item.
The handbook shows the on-screen menus,
explains how to oper ate the controls and
illustrates how to select or alter settings and
requirements. After becoming familiar with the
controls, follow the on-screen menus and
prompts, to operate th e system as required.
Touch-screen display icons
Touch-screen display icons are as follows
(they may not all be displayed at the same
time):WARNING
In the interest of road safety, only
operate, adjust or view the system
when it is safe to do so.
CAUTION
Always run the engine during prolonged
use of the touch-screen. Failure to do so
may discharge the vehicle battery, preventing
the engine from starting.
Return to the previous screen
displayed.
Warning triangle button indicating
an information or warning
message in the message centre.
Touch the button to temporarily remove the
warning message from the message centre
display. See WARNING AND INFORMATION
MESSAGES (page 106).
Telephone: send button.
Telephone: end call.
Page up or increase setting to
required value.
Page down or decrease setting to
required value.
Direct access to the valet mode
setting screen.
Telephone signal strength
indicator (if supported by
Bluetooth phone).
Telephone battery level indicator
(if supported by Bluetooth phone).
No phone connected.
Valet

127
Convenience features

Twin cup holder
The twin cup holder can be converted into a
storage compartment by removing the insert.
Use one hand to squeeze the two sides of the
insert together and, lifting the edge nearest the
driver first, use the other hand to rotate the
insert up and out of it s compartment, towards
the passenger seat.
Note: An ashtray and cigar lighter pack, which
replaces the front twin cup holder, is available
from your Dealer/A uthorised Repairer.
STORAGE COMPARTMENTS
1.Glove box.
2. Front door stowage.
3. Cubby box.
4. Seat map pockets.
5. Rear door stowage.
E95113
WARNING
Ensure that any items stored in the
vehicle are secure and cannot move.
If the vehicle is involved in an
accident, or subject to sudden braking or
direction change, loose items can cause
serious injury.
E95121
22
3
44
5
1
5

Convenience features
128

GARAGE DOOR TRANSCEIVERThe door transceiver is located in the rear-view
mirror. It can be programmed to transmit the
radio frequencies of up to three different
transmitters, which can be used to activate
garage doors, entry ga tes, home lighting,
security systems or other radio frequency
operated devices.
Although this section mainly describes the
procedures for a garage door opener, it also
equally applies to the previously mentioned
applications.
In some countries, this feature is also known
as the HomeLink® Universal Transceiver.
For further information, see Information and
Assistance later in this section.
Before programming
For best results, fit a new battery to the
hand-held transmitter of the garage door
opener (or other device ) before programming.
If your garage door opener receiver (located in
the garage) is equippe d with an antenna,
ensure that the antenna is hanging straight
down.
WARNINGS
Do not use the transceiver with any
garage door opener that lacks the
safety stop and reverse feature as
required by safety standards. Using a garage
door opener without these features increases
risk of serious injury or death.
When programming the transceiver
to a garage door opener or entry gate,
ensure the area is clear. This will
prevent potential harm or damage as the gate
or garage door will activate during the
programme.
CAUTION
This device may suffer from interference
if operated in the vici nity of a mobile or
fixed station transmitter. This interference is
likely to affect the hand-held transmitter as
well as the in-car transceiver.
E95122
CAUTION
When programming a device that may
require you to press and re-press the
hand-held transmitte r (cycle), unplug the
device during the cycling process to prevent
possible motor failure.

135
Starting the engine

DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER (DPF)
The Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) forms part of
the emissions reduction system fitted to your
vehicle. The DPF will remove a high proportion
of the harmful car bon microspheres (soot)
before they leave the exhaust. It achieves this
by filtering out the particles, which are then
stored until they are burnt away and the filter is
emptied.
Regeneration
Unlike a normal filter which requires periodic
replacement, the DPF has been designed to
regenerate, or clean itself, to maintain
operating efficiency. Th is regeneration process
takes place automatically in most cases.
However, some unfavourable driving
conditions may mean th at the regeneration
process must be initiate d deliberately by the
driver.
Warning indicators and messages
If regeneration cannot be achieved
automatically by the system, due to short
journeys for example, the driver will be notified
via a warning indicator or message.
DPF FULL
If this message appears in the message centre
(with a red backlight), the vehicle should be
taken to your Dealer/Authorised Repairer as
soon as possible.
DPF FULL SEE HANDBOOK
If this message appears in the message centre
(with an amber backlight), the driver should
carry out the DPF regene ration procedure that
follows, as soon as possible.
CAUTION
The regeneration procedure produces
high temperatures in the DPF. Heat can
be felt radiating from beneath the vehicle,
which is normal and not a cause for concern.
However, the vehicle should not be parked
over combustible material, particularly during
dry weather. The heat generated could be
sufficient to start a fire when in close proximity
to combustible material such as long dry
grass, paper etc.
CAUTION
Failure to take the appropriate action
when a warning message appears, may
result in damage to the engine and DPF
system, increased vehicle emissions and
costly repairs.

143
Transmission

Limp-home mode
Note: The driver should be aware that the
vehicle’s performance will be reduced and
must take this into account when driving. Also
the use of the Jaguar Sequential Shift paddles
will be disabled. In this event, seek qualified
assistance as soon as possible.
In the unlikely event of an electrical or
mechanical failure, tran smission operation will
be limited. The vehicle gear selector ranges P,
R , N , D and S may still be used to enable the
vehicle to be driven to a safe area.
Some faults will cause the selector to be locked
in position until the igniti on is switched off. If
the selected range flashes, it signifies that the
driver request cannot be engaged. Re-select N
and repeat the attempt.
If the transmission is still unable to select the
requested gear, contact your Dealer/
Authorised Repairer.
Message centre display
The message centre will confirm the
JaguarDrive selector pos ition (selected gear). Selector position is sh
own highlighted at the
top of the message cent re and confirmed by
the dot on the circular representation of the
selector.
If manual mode is se lected, the numbers 1 to 6
appear at the top of the display, with the
currently selected gear highlighted.
Note: With the transmission set to permanent
manual mode and Dynamic mode selected,
when the rev limit is re ached, the gear position
indicator in the message centre will glow
amber, to indicate that the next gear should be
selected.
The message centre may also display the
following messages with associated warning
indicators:
ENGINE SYSTEMS FAULT (Red)
RESTRICTED PERFORMANCE (Red or Amber)
GEARBOX FAULT (Amber)
If any of these messages are displayed it is
likely that loss of power or driveability will be
experienced. Seek qualified assistance as soon
as possible.
A
km
l/100km
JAG1629