2009 JAGUAR XF Petrol cap

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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
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Fuel and refuelling
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Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether (MTBE)
Unleaded fuel containing an oxygenate known
as MTBE can be used provided that the ratio of
MTBE to conventional fuel does not exceed
15%. MTBE is an Ether based compound
derived from Petroleum, which has been
specified by several refiners as the substance
to enhance the Octane rating of fuel.
Reformulated gasoline
Several petroleum comp anies have announced
the availability of reformulated fuels. These
fuels are specially formulated to further reduce
vehicle emissions. Jagua r fully supports all
efforts to protect and maintain ambient air
quality and encourages the use of reformulated
gasoline, where available.
DIESEL ENGINED VEHICLES
Use only high quality diesel fuel according to
EN590 or equivalent.
The quality of diesel fu el is variable, depending
on geographic location . Always use premium
or the highest quality fuel available in your
locality. High quality fuel ensures a longer life
for your engine components. Lower grade fuel
contains higher levels of sulphur, which is
detrimental to engine components. If low
quality fuel is used, light coloured smoke may
be evident at the exhaust.
Note: Jaguar vehicles ar e capable of running
with up to a 5% blend of bio-diesel, in
accordance with European Standard EN590. Prolonged use of additives is not
recommended. Do not add paraffin or petrol to
diesel fuels.
Winter grade diesel fuel
To make sure of relia
ble diesel engine
operation during cold seasonal periods, Winter
grade fuel must be used . This fuel is normally
available from fuel retailers during these
periods and the fuel companies adjust the fuel
quality to suit climatic conditions.
If the vehicle is not filled with Winter grade
diesel fuel, it is recommended that the engine
is idled for a period of over two minutes after
starting, to prevent fuel solidification during
operation.CAUTION
Do not use RME (bio-d iesel) except in
the case of those propr ietary diesel fuels
which contain a mix of up to 5%. Jaguar can
accept no responsibility for damage caused by
using RME in concentrat ions greater than 5%.
CAUTIONS
If you inadvertently fill your vehicle with
petrol instead of di esel, do not attempt
to start the engine. Contact your Dealer/
Authorised Repairer im mediately. Attempting
to start the engine with petrol in the fuel tank,
will cause extensive dama ge to the engine and
fuel system, which will not be covered by your
Jaguar warranty.
Jaguar cars can ac cept no responsibility
for any damage caused by running your
vehicle with petrol or ve getable oil in the fuel
tank.

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Fuel and refuelling

REFUELLING
Fuel filler
Filling station pumps used for diesel
commercial vehicles deliver fuel at a higher
rate than normal. The hi gher fill rate can cause
premature cut-off and ma y cause fuel spillage.
Therefore, it is recommended that only
standard light vehicle pumps are used. If the fuel cuts off as soon as the trigger on the
pump is operated, check that the correct fuel
has been selected. Immediate cut-off may have
been caused by the fuel guard system.
See
DIESEL MISFUELLING PROTECTION
DEVICE (page 180).
Fuel tank capacity
Avoid the risk of running out of fuel and never
intentionally drive the vehicle when the fuel
gauge indicates that the tank is empty. When
refuelling your vehicle after the fuel gauge
reads empty, you may not be able to add the
fuel quantity shown below, as there will be a
small reserve remaining in the tank.
All engines
WARNINGS
When refuelling ensure that all
windows, doors, and sunroof are fully
closed, particularly if young children
or animals are in the vehicle. Fuel vapour
contains harmful chemical compounds, some
of which may cause cancer.
Do not attempt to fill the tank to its
maximum capacity. If the vehicle is to
be parked on a slope, in direct
sunlight or high ambient temperature,
expansion of the fuel could cause spillage.
Filling station pumps are equipped with
automatic cut-off sensing, to avoid fuel
spillage. Fill the tank unt il the filler nozzle
automatically cuts off supply. Do not attempt
to fill the tank beyond this point.
CAUTIONS
Check the fuel pump information
carefully, to ensure that you are putting
the correct fuel into the vehicle. Filling a
vehicle with the incorrect fuel can cause
serious engine and fu el system damage.
It is the driver’s responsibility to fill the
vehicle with the correct fuel. If the
vehicle is filled with the wrong type of fuel, do
not start the engine. Call for Roadside
Assistance.
Fuel specification:
Petrol 95-98 RON
Diesel EN 590
Total tank capacity:
Petrol 69.5 litres
(15.3 gallons)
Diesel 68.1 litres
(15 gallons)
Fill capacity (when fuel gauge
indicates empty) 64 litres
(14.1 gallons)
Reserve capacity (when fuel
gauge indicates empty) 5.5 litres
(1.2 gallons)
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Towing

TOWING A TRAILER (V6 petrol and
diesel vehicles only)
Note: It is the driver's responsibility to ensure
that the towing vehicle, and the trailer are being
used correctly, and in accordance with
manufacturers recommendations and any
applicable legislation. Your Dealer/Authorised Repairer and main
motoring and caravanni
ng organisation can
advise you on towing, towing weight capacities
and about regulations that apply in other
countries.
The following are important points of safety,
stability and comfort, upon which further
advice should be sought:
• Maximum braked towing weight is
permissible, provided that long periods of
uphill driving on gradients over 8% are not
undertaken.
• In high altitude mount ainous regions, the
thinner atmosphere can reduce engine
performance. Abov e 1000 metres (3250
feet), the stipulated maximum permitted
gross train weight mu st be reduced by
10% for every 1000 metres (3250 feet) in
altitude.
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WARNINGS
Never exceed the maximum weights
for either the vehicle, or the trailer.
Doing so can cause accelerated wear
and damage to the ve hicle. It can also
adversely affect vehicle stability and braking,
which in turn can lead to loss of control and
increased braking distance resulting in a
rollover or crash.
To preserve handling and stability,
only fit Jaguar approved towing
accessories.
Never use towing eyes or lashing
points to tow a trailer. They have not
been designed for this purpose and
doing so may cause them to fail resulting in
injury or death.
When towing, do not exceed 100
km/h (60 mph) or 80 km/h (50 mph)
if a temporary spare wheel is in use.

Maintenance
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT OVERVIEW
1.Washer fluid
2. Brake fluid (right-hand drive)
3. Brake fluid (left-hand drive)
4. Engine oil - V8 petrol engines
5. Engine oil - Diesel engines
6. Engine oil - V6 petrol engines
7. Engine oil dipstick - V6 petrol engines
8. Power steering
9. Coolant - V8 petrol engines
10. Coolant - Diesel and V6 petrol enginesWasher fluid reservoir cap (Blue)
Brake fluid reservoir cap (Yellow)
Engine oil filler caps (Black)
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WARNINGS
While working in the engine
compartment, always observe the
safety precautions listed under Safety
in the garage. See GENERAL INFORMATION
(page 192).
Do not drive the vehicle if there is a
possibility that leaked fluid will come
into contact with a hot surface, such
as the exhaust. A resulting fire may cause
death or serious injury.
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Maintenance

Engine oil dipsticks (Red/yellow) - V6
Petrol only
Power steering fluid reservoir cap
(Black)
Coolant reservoir cap (Black)ENGINE OIL CHECK - V6 Petrol
engines
The oil consumption of an engine is influenced
by many factors. Unde r high loads an engine
will consume more oil than usual. Diesel
engines consume slightly more oil than petrol
engines.
Above normal oil consumption should be
expected when the engine is new.
Check the oil level weekly , when the engine is
cold and with the vehicle resting on level
ground.
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CAUTIONS
If the message ENGINE OIL PRESSURE
LOW is displayed, st op the engine as
soon as it is safe to do so and seek qualified
assistance. Do not start the engine until the
cause has been identified and rectified.
Your vehicle’s warranty may be
invalidated if damage is caused by the
use of improper engine oil. Low quality or
obsolete oils do not pr ovide the protection
required by modern, high performance
engines. Failure to use an oil that meets the
required specification could cause excessive
engine wear, a build up of sludge and deposits
and increased pollution. It could also lead to
engine failure.
Do not use oil additi ves of any type as
engine damage coul d occur. Use only
specified lubricants.

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Maintenance

Topping up the oil
1.With the ignition on, but the engine not
running, unscrew the oil filler cap
(arrowed).
2. Add the appropriate quantity of oil (as
indicated by the message centre oil level
display). Wait 5 minutes to let the oil level
stabilise and re-check the level.
Clean up any oil spilled during topping up.
3. Once the correct level is achieved, refit the
filler cap and hand tighten securely until
one click is heard.
Note: The approximate quantity of oil required
to raise the level from the minimum level of
safe operation to the ma ximum, is 1.5 litres
(2.6 pints). Note:
The ignition must be left on during the
top-up, so that the el ectronic dipstick can
register and display the new oil level. This
enables an accurate level re-check.
ENGINE OIL SPECIFICATION
It is essential to use the correct specification of
engine oil, and to ensure it is suitable for the
climatic conditions in whic h the vehicle is to be
operated.
Jaguar recommends:
CAUTIONS
Your vehicle warranty may be
invalidated if damage is caused by using
oil that does not meet the required
specification.
Failure to use an oil that meets the
required specification, could cause
excessive engine wear, a build-up of sludge
and deposits and increase pollution. It could
also lead to engine failure.
Overfilling with oil could result in severe
engine damage.
JAG1383
Model Specification
V6 Petrol
engines 5W-30 engine oil, meeting
Jaguar specification WSS
M2C913-B is preferred.
Where this is not
possible, oil
meeting ACEA A1/B1 or ACEA
A3/B3 specification may be
used.
V8 Petrol
engines 5W-20 engine oil, meeting
Jaguar specification WSS
M2C925-A only.
Diesel engines 5W-30 e ngine oil, meeting
Jaguar specification WSS
M2C934-B only.
Japan V6
Petrol engines 5W-30 engine oil, meeting
specification ILSAC GF-4
with API SM is preferred.
Where this is not
possible, oil
meeting ILSAC GF-3 API SL
specification may be used.
Japan V8
Petrol engines 5W-20 engine oil, meeting
Jaguar specification WSS
M2C925-A only.

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Maintenance

Capacities
The quoted capacities are approximate and provided as a guide only. All levels must be checked
using the dipstick or le vel marks as applicable.
Item Variant Capacity
Fuel tank Diesel vehicles 68.1 litres (15 gallons)
Petrol vehicles 69.5 litres (15.3 gallons)
Fuel capacity (when the fuel gauge
indicates empty) Diesel vehicles 64
litres (14.1 gallons)
Petrol vehicles 64 litres (14.1 gallons)
Reserve capacity (when the fuel
gauge indicates empty) Diesel vehicles 5.5 litres (1.2 gallons)
Petrol vehicles 5.5 li
tres (1.2 gallons)
Engine oil refill and filter change Diesel vehicles 6.4 litres (11.3 pints)
V6 Petrol vehicles 6.5 litres (11.4 pints)
V8 Petrol vehicles 7.25 litres (12.8 pints)
Engine oil MIN to MAX on dipstick Diesel vehicl es1.0 litres (1.8 pints)
Petrol vehicles 1.0 litres (1.8 pints)
Washer reservoir With headlamp wash 5.5 litres (9.7 pints)
Washer reservoir Without headlamp wash 4.4 litres (7.7 pints)
Cooling system (fill from dry) Diesel vehicles 12.5 litres (22 pints)
V6 Petrol vehicles 9.25 litres (16.3 pints)
V8 Normally As pirated Petrol
vehicles 12.5 litres (22 pints)
V8 Supercharged Petrol vehi cles 12.3 litres (21.6 pints)
Cooling system (service fill) Diesel vehicles 9.7 litres (17.1 pints)
V6 Petrol vehicles 7.42 litres (13.1 pints)
V8 Normally As pirated Petrol
vehicles 7.5 litres (13.2 pints)
V8 Supercharged Petrol vehicles
- both drain points used 8.6 litres (15.1 pints)