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Contents
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Introduction...................................... 2
Entering the vehicle .......................... 4
Exiting the vehicle............................. 9
Front seats...................................... 12
Rear seats ...................................... 17
Head restraints ............................... 20
Steering wheel ................................ 22
Occupant safety .............................. 23
Exterior lights ................................. 36
Interior lights .................................. 39
Wipers and washers ....................... 40
Windows ........................................ 42
Mirrors ........................................... 44
Blind spot monitoring ..................... 46
Garage door opener........................ 48
Warning lamps ............................... 51
Message centre .............................. 56
Touch screen .................................. 58
Heating and ventilation ................... 63
Luggage compartment ................... 67
Towing ........................................... 69
Storage compartments ................... 72
Starting the engine ......................... 74
Intelligent stop/start ....................... 79
Gearbox .......................................... 81
Stability control .............................. 83
Brakes ............................................ 87
Tyre pressure monitoring system... 89
Parking aids.................................... 92
Cruise control ................................. 94
Adaptive cruise control ................... 96
Automatic speed limiter................ 103
Audio/video overview ................... 104
Radio ............................................ 109DAB radio ..................................... 111
Portable media ............................. 113
CD player...................................... 119
Television ..................................... 122
Video media player ....................... 124
Voice control ................................ 126
Telephone..................................... 128
Navigation system ........................ 134
Tyre repair kit ............................... 147
Fuel and refuelling ........................ 152
Maintenance ................................. 158
Fluid level checks ......................... 168
Technical specifications ............... 175
Vehicle battery.............................. 182
Tyres ............................................ 185
Fuses ............................................ 188
Wheel changing............................ 194
Vehicle recovery ........................... 197
After a collision ............................ 198
Vehicle identification .................... 200
Type approval ............................... 202
Controls overview......................... 224

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(FM8) SEMCON JLR OWNER GUIDE VER 1.00 EURO
LANGUAGE: english-en; MARQUE: jaguar; MODEL: XF
Exterior lights
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DAYLIGHT RUNNING LAMPS
With the rotary control in the OFF or AUTO
position, the front day light running lamps will
switch on automatically with the following
conditions:
• The ignition is on.
• The engine is running.
• The gear selector is in D (Drive) or R
(Reverse) - market dependent.
Note: The lamps remain on if the gear
selector is subsequently moved to N
(Neutral)
• The parking brake is not applied (is
released) - market dependent.
APPROACH LAMPS
The headlamps can be illu minated remotely for
a programmed length of time, by pressing the
headlamp button on the Jaguar Smart key. See
4, UNLOCKING THE VEHICLE . Press the
button again to switch off.
Note: In some markets, a second press will
illuminate the reverse lamps and a third press
is required to turn the lamps off.
ADAPTIVE FRONT LIGHTING SYSTEM
(AFS)
These lamps broaden the beam of the
headlamps when cornering in different
circumstances.
Static bending lamps : The static bending
lamps operate when necessary, to provide an
even broader light spread.
Cornering lamps : At speeds up to 40 km/h
(25 mph), to provide improved visibility at
junctions, the system switches on the lamp if it
has received an input from the vehicle's
direction indicator. Only the lamp on the same
side as the operating indicator illuminates. The
lamp will self cancel after 3 minutes of
continuous operation.
WINDSCREEN WIPER DETECTION
This function only operates when autolamps is
selected. The side lamps, tail lamps and
headlamps will switch on automatically if the
windscreen wipers are switched on for 20
seconds or more. Once the windscreen wipers
are switched off, the side lamps, tail lamps and
headlamps will automatically switch off 4
minutes later.

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Warning lamps
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Warning lampsWARNING LAMPS AND INDICATORS
RED warning lamps are for primary warnings.
A primary warning must be investigated
immediately, seek qualified assistance if
necessary.
AMBER warning lamps are for secondary
warnings. Some indicate that a vehicle system
is in operation, others i ndicate that the driver
must take action and then seek qualified
assistance as soon as possible
Other warning lamps within the instrument
panel indicate system st atus, such as blue for
main beam and green for direction indicators,
when in operation.
LAMP CHECK
A warning lamp bulb check is initiated when the
ignition system is switched on and lasts for 3
seconds (except for the airbag warning lamp
which will remain on for 6 seconds). If any
warning lamp remains on after this period,
investigate the cause before driving.
Some warning lamps have associated
messages displayed on the message centre.
Note: Not all warning lamps are included in the
check (e.g. high beam headlamps and direction
indicators).
BRAKE (RED)
Do not drive if the message LOW
BRAKE FLUID is disp layed. Check the
brake fluid level and top-up as
necessary. If necessary, seek
qualified assistance before
continuing.
If the warning lamp is on and there are no
associated messages, it means that the parking
brake is on.
If the warning lamp is illuminated and the
message PARK BRAKE ON is displayed, it
means that the parking brake is applied but the
vehicle is moving. Release the parking brake or
stop the vehicle when it is safe to do so.
If the lamp is illuminated and the message
LOW BRAKE FLUID is displayed, loss of
braking in one or both brake circuits may be
imminent. Stop the vehicle gently and check
and top-up the brake fluid reservoir, using the
recommended fluid. If the warning message
remains, do not drive the vehicle until the brake
fault is rectified. Seek qualified assistance
before continuing.
If the lamp illuminates and the message EBD
FAULT is displayed in the message centre, a
fault with the EBD system is indicated. The
braking system will st ill function, but without
EBD assistance.
Have the fault rectified by your Dealer/
Authorised Repairer. Illuminates when the ignition is on
and the parking brake is applied
and/or the brake fl
uid is low. The
warning lamp will also illuminate
when there is a fault with the
Electronic Brakefor ce Distribution
(EBD) system.

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Warning lamps
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HIGH BEAM (BLUE)
AUTO HIGH BEAM (GREEN)
ECO STOP/START (GREEN)
Note: Other warnings normall y associated with
an engine shutdown, for example the ignition
warning lamp, do not illuminate during an
engine shutdown by the Eco Stop/Start
system.
SIDE LIGHTS (GREEN)
DIRECTION INDICATORS (GREEN)
Illuminates when the high beam
headlamps are switched on or
flashed.
Illuminates when auto high beam
is enabled.
Illuminates when the engine is
shutdown by the Eco Stop/Start
system.
Illuminates when the side
(parking) lamps are switched on.
The appropriate warning lamp will
flash when the column stalk is
moved up or down to signal a turn.
If a direction indi cator bulb fails,
the audible ticking and warning
lamp will sound and flash at twice
the normal rate, when that
direction indicator is selected.

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Warning lamps
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AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND INDICATORS
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 th e lighting control is in AUTO position).
Hazard warning indicators on. A ticking will sound until the hazard indicators are switched off.
Direction indicators on. A ticking will s ound until the indicators are switched off.
Memory 1 (or 2) settings sa ved. A short tone as the me mory selection is saved.
Seat belt reminder. A chime will sound if a seat belt is unbuckled whilst the vehicle
is moving. The warning will cease if the occupied seat’s belt is
re-buckled, the ignition is turned off or more than 3 minutes has
elapsed.
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.
Speed is over 15 km/h (9 mph)
above the set limit speed. A short warning chime. Reduce speed.
G e a r s e l e c t o r i s n o t i n P a r k w i t h
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 Smart
Key should be docked in the
starter control unit. See 76, IF THE ENGINE FAILS TO START .
The Jaguar Smart Key is to be
removed from the starter
control unit. A chime will sound for 60 seconds
if the Smart Key is in the
starter control unit and the driv er’s door is opened. The remote
handset should be undocked from the starter control unit. See
76, IF THE ENGINE FAILS TO START .
DSC OFF A chime will sound.

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Touch screen
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The training session can be cancelled at any
time by touching the on-screen pop-up or by
pressing and holding the Voice button on the
steering wheel. See 126, USING VOICE
CONTROL .
TRIP COMPUTER SETTINGS
Trip Computer : Select to switch trip computer
readings between Trip A, Trip B and Trip Auto .
Select Reset to zero the trip computer
readings. Select Units to switch the trip
computer readings between Imperial and
Metric measurements.
VEHICLE SETTINGS
• Security : Select to enable/disable or alter
the settings of the following:
• Single/multi-point entry (2 stage
unlocking).
• Alarm sensors (interior and tilt).
• Drive-away locking.
Scroll down through the menu until the
desired feature is disp layed, then select On
or Off, as appropriate.
If drive-away locking is switched on, select
the desired speed (8, 16 or 32 km/h or 5,
10 or 20 mph).
• Windows/mirrors : Select to
enable/disable:
• Global opening/closing of windows
and sunroof.
• Exterior mirror dip when reversing.
• Automatic folding/unfo lding of exterior
mirrors when vehicle is locked/
unlocked.
• Interior mirror dimming.
Scroll down through the menu until the
desired feature is disp layed, then select On
or Off, as appropriate. •
Units : Select to switch between Imperial
and Metric measurements.
• Auto (AHB) high beam : Select to turn AHB
on or off, and set AHB for side of road
being driven on.
SELECTING VALET MODE
Valet mode allows the vehi cle to be locked by a
parking attendant, without giving access to the
luggage compartment and glove box. Valet
mode also prevents ope ration of the touch
screen, to prevent access to telephone
numbers or naviga tion addresses.
From the Home menu, select Valet, then enter
a four digit Personal Identification Number
(PIN) (personally chosen ). You will then be
prompted to re-enter the same PIN. On
completion, touch the OK soft key.
If you wish to cancel the PIN, touch the C soft
key. If the PIN is cancelled, or incorrectly
entered, you will be prompted to enter the PIN
again.
Once the PIN has been correctly entered, a
security information pop- up is displayed. Read
the information and remove the emergency key
from the Jaguar Smart Key.
Valet on is displayed to indicate that the PIN
has been accepted. The luggage compartment
and glove box are now securely locked in Valet
mode.
On exiting and securing the vehicle, remove the
emergency key from the Jaguar Smart Key.
Retain the emergency key and give the Jaguar
Smart Key to the attendant.
Note: The emergency key ca n be used to open
the luggage compartment, which may
de-activate Valet mode.

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Towing
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TowingTOWING A TRAILER
(V6 petrol and diesel vehicles only)
Never exceed the maximum weights
for the vehicle or the trailer. Damage
to the vehicle coul d occur and vehicle
stability and braking could be
adversely affected. This could 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). If using a temporary spare
wheel, do not exceed 80 km/h (50
mph).
Note: It is the driver’s re sponsibility to ensure
that the towing vehicle, and the trailer, are
being used correctly and in accordance with
manufacturer’s reco mmendations and any
applicable legislation.
Information on towing, towing weight
capacities and regulati ons is available from
your Dealer and from the main motoring and
caravanning organisations.
The following are important points of safety,
stability and comfort. Seek further advice if
necessary.
• Maximum braked to wing weight is
permissible, provided that long periods of
uphill driving on gradients over 8% are not
undertaken. •
At altitudes above 1000 metres (3250 feet),
the stipulated maximum permitted Gross
Train Weight must be reduced by 10% for
every 1000 metres (3250 feet) in altitude,
because the thinner atmosphere can
reduce engine performance.
Diesel engines : When ambient temperature
exceeds 40°C (104°F), the engine coolant
temperature may increase above normal
operating level. If this occurs, the engine
management system will initiate a series of
actions to restore normal operating conditions,
which may include:
• A message centre message.
• Engine performance reduction.
• Air conditioning system cycling. The air
conditioning temper ature output will
fluctuate between hot and cold, in order to
dissipate engine heat. If engine overheat
persists, the air conditioning will move to
continuous heat output.
It is advisable to bring the vehicle and trailer to
a convenient stop and allo w the engine to idle
until normal temperature is restored. Do not
turn off the engine.
TRAILER ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Only connect approved electrical
circuits, which are in good condition, to
the trailer socket. Connecting incorrect
or faulty circuits, may seriously damage
the vehicle’s electrical circuits.
The vehicle’s electrical system has been
designed to support all towing requirements
and comply with legal requirements for the
specific territory in which the vehicle is first
sold.
Note: The rear parking se nsors automatically
disable when the trailer electrical connection is
made using Jaguar approved towing
equipment.

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Brakes
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BrakesIMPORTANT INFORMATION
Do not rest your foot on the brake
pedal whilst the vehicle is in motion.
Never allow the vehicle to coast
(freewheel) with the engine turned off.
The engine must be running to provide
full braking assistance. The brakes
will still function wi th the engine off,
but far more pressure will be required
to operate them.
If the red brake warning lamp
illuminates, safely bring the vehicle to
a stop, as quickly as possible and
seek qualified assistance.
Never place non-approved floor
matting or any other obstructions
under the brake pedal. This restricts
pedal travel and braking efficiency.
Driving through heavy rain or water can have
an adverse effect on braking efficiency. Under
such circumstances, it is recommended that
you lightly apply the brak es intermittently to
dry the brakes.
BRAKE WARNING LAMPS
Note: This warning lamp will also illuminate if
there is a fault with the parking brake. See 88,
ELECTRIC PARKIN G BRAKE (EPB).
ELECTRONIC BRAKE FORCE
DISTRIBUTION (EBD)
EBD balances the distribution of braking forces
between the wheels on the front and rear axles,
to maintain maximum braking under all vehicle
loading conditions.
For example; Under light loads, EBD applies
less braking effort to the rear wheels, to
maintain stability. Conv ersely, it allows full
braking effort to the rear wheels when the
vehicle is heavily laden.
A fault with the EBD system is indicated by the
red brake warning lamp and the message EBD
FAULT . The braking system will still operate,
but without EBD assist ance. Seek qualified
assistance to have the fault rectified.
EMERGENCY BRAKE ASSIST (EBA)
The EBA system measures the rate at which the
brake pressure increases. If the system detects
an emergency braki ng situation, EBA
automatically initiates fu ll braking effect. This
can reduce stopping distances in critical
situations.
A fault with the EBA system is indicated by the
brake warning lamp illuminating and
Emergency Brake Assist Not Available
displaying in the message centre. The braking
system will still func tion, but without EBA
assistance. Seek qualified assistance to have
the fault rectified.
EMERGENCY STOP SIGNAL (ESS)
ESS (Emergency Stop Signal) automatically
activates the hazard warning lights during
emergency braking to warn other road users
and reduce the risk of a collision.
If the parking brake
is released and
this red warning lamp illuminates
while driving and/or the message
Brake Fluid Low is displayed in the
message centre, check the brake
fluid level at the earliest
opportunity and top-up as
required.
If this amber warning lamp
illuminates while driving and/or
ABS Fault is displayed in the
message centre, drive with extra
caution, avoid heavy braking
where possible, and seek qualified
assistance as soon as possible.