Four-Wheel Alignment
Front Toe Adjustment (57.65.01)
Rear Toe Adjustment (57.65.08)
Front Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub Runout Check
Rear Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub Runout Check204-01: Front SuspensionSpecificationDescription and OperationComponent Location
Overview
System Operation and Component DescriptionDiagnosis and TestingFront SuspensionRemoval and InstallationFront Shock Absorber (60.30.04)
Front Lower Arm (60.35.53)
Rear Lower Arm (60.35.54)
Rear Lower Arm Bushing (60.40.12)
Shock Absorber Bushing (60.30.16) (60.30.23)
Front Stabilizer Bar - V8 5.0L Petrol/V8 S/C 5.0L Petrol
Front Stabilizer Bar Link (60.10.02)
Stabilizer Bar Link Bushing (60.10.03)
Upper Arm LH (60.35.41)
Upper Arm RH (60.35.42)
Front Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub - TDV6 3.0L Diesel /V8 5.0L Petrol/V8 S/C 5.0L Petrol
Wheel Knuckle (60.25.23)
Front Lower Arm Bushing204-02: Rear SuspensionSpecificationDescription and OperationComponent Location
Overview
System Operation and Component DescriptionDiagnosis and TestingRear SuspensionRemoval and InstallationLower Arm (64.35.43)
Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly
Shock Absorber Lower Bushing (64.30.39)
Rear Stabilizer Bar (64.35.08)
Rear Wheel Bearing
Upper Arm
Disassembly and AssemblyShock Absorber and Spring Assembly204-04: Wheels and TiresSpecificationDescription and OperationComponent Location
Overview
System Operation and Component DescriptionDiagnosis and TestingWheels and TiresRemoval and InstallationTire Low Pressure Sensor
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Front Antenna
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Rear Antenna
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Module
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Receiver
Wheel and Tire204-05: Vehicle Dynamic Suspension
Description and OperationComponent Location - V8 5.0L Petrol/V8 S/C 5.0L Petrol
Overview - V8 5.0L Petrol/V8 S/C 5.0L Petrol
System Operation and Component Description - V8 5.0L Petrol/V8 S/C 5.0L PetrolDiagnosis and TestingVehicle Dynamic SuspensionRemoval and InstallationAdaptive Damping Module
Front Suspension Vertical Accelerometer
Rear Suspension Vertical Accelerometer204-06: Ride and Handling Optimization
Description and OperationComponent Location
Overview
System Operation and Component Description205: Driveline
205-00: Driveline System - General Information
Diagnosis and TestingDriveline SystemGeneral ProceduresDriveline Angle Inspection205-01: DriveshaftSpecification
Viton
In common with many other manufacturers' vehicles, some components installed to the Jaguar range have 'O' rings, seals or
gaskets which contain a material known as 'Viton'.
Viton is a fluoroelastomer, that is a synthetic rubber type which contains Fluorine. It is commonly used for 'O' rings, gaskets
and seals of all types. Although Viton is the most well known fluoroelastomer, there are others, including Fluorel and
Tecmoflon.
When used under design conditions fluoroelastomers are perfectly safe. If, however, they are exposed to temperatures in
excess of 400º C, the material will not burn, but will decompose, and one of the products formed is hydrofluoric acid.
This acid is extremely corrosive and may be absorbed directly, through contact, into the body.
'O' rings, seals or gaskets which have been exposed to very high temperatures will appear charred or as a black sticky
substance.
DO NOT, under any circumstances touch them or the attached components.
Enquiries should be made to determine whether Viton or any other fluoroelastomer has been used in the affected 'O' ring, seal
or gasket. If they are of natural rubber or nitrile there is no hazard. If in doubt, be cautious and assume that the material may
be Viton or any fluoroelastomer.
If Viton or any other fluoroelastomers have been used, the affected area should be decontaminated before the commencement
of work.
Disposable heavy duty plastic gloves should be worn at all times, and the affected area washed down using wire wool and a
limewater (calcium hydroxide) solution to neutralize the acid before disposing of the decomposed Viton residue and final
cleaning of the area. After use, the plastic gloves should be discarded carefully and safely.
Welding
See also Fire, Electric Shock, Gas Cylinders.
Welding processes include Resistance Welding (Spot Welding), Arc Welding and Gas Welding (and cutting).
Resistance Welding (Spot Welding)
This process may cause particles of molten metal to be emitted at a high velocity, and the eyes and skin must be protected.
Arc Welding
This process emits a high level of ultraviolet radiation which may cause arc-eye and skin burns to the operator and to other
persons nearby. Gas-shielded welding processes are particularly hazardous in this respect. Personal protection must be worn,
and screens used to shield other people.
CONTACT LENS WEARERS ARE ADVISED TO REVERT TO ORDINARY SPECTACLES WHEN ARC WELDING as the arc spectrum is
believed to emit microwaves which dry out the fluid between the lens and the eye. This may result in blindness when the lens
is removed from the eye.
Metal spatter will also occur, and appropriate eye and skin protection is necessary.
The heat of the welding arc will produce fumes and gases from the metals being welded, the rods and from any applied
coatings or contamination on the surfaces being worked on. These gases and fumes may be toxic and inhalation of these
should be avoided. The use of extraction ventilation to remove the fumes from the working area may be necessary particularly
in cases where the general ventilation is poor, or where considerable welding work is anticipated. In extreme cases or confined
spaces where adequate ventilation cannot be provided, air-fed respirators may be necessary.
Gas Welding (and Cutting)
Oxy-acetylene torches may be used for welding and cutting, and special care must be taken to prevent leakage of these gases,
with consequent risk of fire and explosion.
The process will produce metal spatter and eye and skin protection is necessary.
The flame is bright, and eye protection should be used, but the ultraviolet emission is much less than that from arc welding,
and lighter filters may be used.
The process itself produces few toxic fumes, but such fumes and gases may be produced from coatings on the work,
particularly during cutting away of damaged body parts, and inhalation of the fumes should be avoided.
In brazing, toxic fumes may be produced from the metals in the brazing rod, and a severe hazard may arise if brazing rods
containing cadmium are used. In this event particular care must be taken to avoid inhalation of fumes and expert advice may
be required.
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS MUST BE TAKEN BEFORE ANY WELDING OR CUTTING TAKES PLACE ON VESSELS WHICH HAVE
CONTAINED COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS, E.G. BOILING OR STEAMING OUT OF FUEL TANKS.
Warning Symbols on Vehicles
Decals showing warning symbols will be found on various vehicle components.
be replaced as soon as possible to make sure full SRS protection.
If the SRS components are to be replaced, the part number/bar code of the new unit must be recorded.
SRS component testing precautions
The SRS components are triggered using relatively low operating currents, always adhere to the following :
WARNING: Never use a multimeter or other general purpose equipment on SRS components. Use only approved JLR
diagnostic equipment to diagnose system faults.
WARNING: Do not use electrical test equipment on the SRS harness while it is connected to any of the SRS components,
it may cause accidental deployment and injury.
Handling and storage
Always observe the following precautions when handling SRS components:
Never drop an SRS component. The airbag diagnostic control unit is a particularly shock sensitive device and must be
handled with extreme care. Airbag modules and seat belt pre-tensioners could deploy if subjected to a strong shock.
Never wrap your arms around an airbag module. If a module has to be carried, hold it by the cover with the cover
uppermost and the base away from your body.
Never transport airbag modules or seat belt pre-tensioners in the passenger compartment of a vehicle. Always use the
luggage compartment of the vehicle for carrying airbag modules and seat belt pre-tensioner units.
Never attach anything to an airbag cover or any trim component covering an airbag module. Do not allow anything to
rest on top of an airbag module.
Always keep components cool, dry and free from contamination.
Never apply grease or cleaning solvents to seat belt pre-tensioner units, component failure could result.
Always store an airbag module with the deployment side uppermost. If it is stored deployment side down, accidental
deployment will propel the airbag module with sufficient force to cause serious injury.
Keep new airbag modules in their original packaging until just prior to installing. Place the old module in the empty
packaging for carriage.
7
No grinding Warning symbols - Health and safety and component damage
The warning symbols are used to advise on hazardous conditions to avoid or at least reduce possible component damage and
health and safety risks.
Item
Description 1
Hazardous voltage/Electrical shock/Electrocution 2
Fire Hazard/Highly flammable 3
Burn hazard/Hot surface 4
Automatic start-up 5
Toxic 6
Explosive material 7
Battery hazard 8
Corrosive material 9
Lifting hazard
Front Suspension (204-01 Front Suspension, Description and Operation), Front Suspension (204-01 Front Suspension, Description and Operation), Rear Suspension (204-02 Rear Suspension, Description and Operation), Rear Suspension (204-02 Rear Suspension, Description and Operation), Rear Suspension (204-02 Rear Suspension, Description and Operation).
Inspection and Verification
1. Verify the customer concern by carrying out a road test on a smooth road. If any vibrations are apparent, refer to
section 100-04 Noise, Vibration and Harshness.
2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of damage and system integrity.
3. If an obvious cause for an observed or reported condition is found, correct the cause (if possible) before proceeding to
the next step.
4. If the fault is not visually evident, verify the symptom and refer to the following Symptom Chart.
Symptom Chart
Symptom Possible Sources Action Crabbing * Incorrect rear thrust angle. * Check the rear toe adjustment.
REFER to: Rear Toe Adjustment (204-00 Suspension System - General Information, General Procedures). * Front or rear suspension components.
* Inspect the front and rear suspension systems. Repair or
install new suspension components as necessary. * Drive axle damaged. * Install a new rear drive axle/differential.
REFER to: Axle Assembly - V6 3.0L Petrol (205-02 Rear Drive Axle/Differential, Removal and Installation). Drift/Pull * Unequal tire pressure.
* Check and adjust the tire pressures. Inspect the tire for
excessive wear.
REFER to: Specifications (204-04 Wheels and Tires, Specifications). * Incorrect wheel alignment.
* Check and adjust the wheel alignment. REFER to:
(204-00 Suspension System - General Information)
Front Toe Adjustment (General Procedures), Rear Toe Adjustment (General Procedures), Camber and Caster Adjustment (General Procedures). * Tires.
* Check and adjust the tire pressures. Inspect the tire for
excessive wear.
REFER to: Specifications (204-04 Wheels and Tires, Specifications). * Unevenly loaded or overloaded vehicle. * Notify the customer of incorrect vehicle loading. * Damaged steering components. * Check the steering system. * Brake drag. * Check the brakes.
REFER to: Brake System (206-00 Brake System - General Information, Diagnosis and Testing). Mechanical
Damaged tires
Wheel bearing(s)
Loose or damaged front or rear suspension components
Loose, damaged or missing suspension fastener(s)
Incorrect spring usage
Damaged or sagging spring(s)
Damaged or leaking shock absorber(s)
Damaged or leaking strut(s)
Worn or damaged suspension bushing(s)
Loose, worn or damaged steering system components
Damaged axle components Visual Inspection Chart
Removal and Installation),
Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation). Incorrect Tire Wear
* Incorrect tire pressure (rapid center rib
or inner and outer edge wear). * Check and adjust the tire pressure. Inspect the tire for
excessive wear.
REFER to: Specifications (204-04 Wheels and Tires, Specifications). * Excessive front or rear toe (rapid inner
or outer edge wear). * Check and adjust the wheel alignment. REFER to:
(204-00 Suspension System - General Information)
Front Toe Adjustment (General Procedures), Rear Toe Adjustment (General Procedures), Camber and Caster Adjustment (General Procedures). * Excessive negative or positive camber
(rapid inner or outer edge wear). * Check and adjust the wheel alignment. REFER to:
(204-00 Suspension System - General Information)
Front Toe Adjustment (General Procedures), Rear Toe Adjustment (General Procedures), Camber and Caster Adjustment (General Procedures). * Tires out of balance (tires cupped or dished). * Balance the tires. Rough ride * Spring(s)
* Check and install new spring(s) as necessary. REFER to:
Front Shock Absorber (204-01 Front Suspension, Removal and Installation),
Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation). Shimmy or Wheel Tramp * Loose wheel nut(s).
* Check and tighten the wheel nuts to specification.
REFER to: Specifications (204-04 Wheels and Tires, Specifications). * Loose front suspension fasteners.
* Check and tighten the suspension fasteners to
specification.
REFER to: Specifications (204-00 Suspension System - General Information, Specifications). * Front wheel bearing(s). * Check the wheel bearings. * Worn or damaged suspension component bushing. * Check and install new components as necessary. * Wheel/tires.
* Check the wheels/tires. Balance or install new
wheel/tires as necessary.
REFER to: Wheels and Tires (204-04 Wheels and Tires, Diagnosis and Testing). * Loose, worn or damaged ball joint(s). * Check the Ball Joint(s). * Loose, worn or damaged steering components. * Check and install new components as necessary. * Front wheel alignment.
* Check and adjust the wheel alignment. REFER to:
(204-00 Suspension System - General Information)
Front Toe Adjustment (General Procedures), Rear Toe Adjustment (General Procedures), Camber and Caster Adjustment (General Procedures). * Shock absorber(s). * Check and install new shock absorber(s) as necessary.
REFER to:
Front Shock Absorber (204-01 Front Suspension, Removal and Installation),
Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation). * Spring(s).
* Check and install new springs as necessary. REFER to:
Front Shock Absorber (204-01 Front Suspension, Removal and Installation),
Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation). Poor self center action of
the steering * Ball joints. * Check the Ball Joints. * Steering components. * Check and install new components as necessary. Steering wheel off-center * Unequal front or rear toe settings.
* Check and adjust the wheel alignment. REFER to:
(204-00 Suspension System - General Information)
Front Toe Adjustment (General Procedures), Rear Toe Adjustment (General Procedures), Camber and Caster Adjustment (General Procedures). * Steering components. * Check and install new components as necessary. Sway or roll
* Overloaded, unevenly or incorrectly
loaded vehicle. * Notify the customer of incorrect vehicle loading. * Loose wheel nut(s).
* Check and tighten the wheel nut(s) to specification.
REFER to: Specifications (204-04 Wheels and Tires, Specifications). * Coil spring(s).
* Check and install new coil springs as necessary. REFER
to:
Front Shock Absorber (204-01 Front Suspension, Removal and Installation),
Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation). * Loose front stabilizer bar or rear
stabilizer bar. * Check and tighten the stabilizer bar to specification.
REFER to:
Specifications (204-01 Front Suspension, Specifications), Specifications (204-02 Rear Suspension, Specifications). * Worn lower suspension arm stabilizer
bar insulators. * Install new lower suspension arm stabilizer bar as
necessary. REFER to:
Front Stabilizer Bar - 2.7L Diesel (204-01, Removal and
Installation),
Front Stabilizer Bar - V6 3.0L Petrol (204-01 Front Suspension, Removal and Installation),
Front Stabilizer Bar - 4.2L (204-01, Removal and
Installation),
Rear Stabilizer Bar (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation). * Shock absorber(s). * Check and install new shock absorber(s) as necessary.
REFER to:
Front Shock Absorber (204-01 Front Suspension, Removal and Installation),
Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation). Vehicle Leans to One
Side * Unevenly loaded or overloaded vehicle. * Notify the customer of incorrect vehicle loading. * Front or rear suspension components.
* Inspect the front and rear suspension systems. Repair or
install new suspension components as necessary. * Shock absorber(s). * Check and install new shock absorber(s) as necessary.
REFER to:
Front Shock Absorber (204-01 Front Suspension, Removal and Installation),
Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation). * Coil spring(s).
* Check and install new spring(s) as necessary. REFER to:
Front Shock Absorber (204-01 Front Suspension, Removal and Installation),
Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation). * Incorrect ride height. Lateral tilt out of
specification. * Check the ride height. Install new spring(s) as
necessary. REFER to:
Front Shock Absorber (204-01 Front Suspension, Removal and Installation),
Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation). Vibration/Noise * Tires/wheels.
* Wheel bearings.
* Wheel hubs.
* Brake components.
* Suspension components.
* Steering components. * Check and install new components as necessary. Wander * Unevenly loaded or overloaded vehicle. * Notify the customer of incorrect vehicle loading. * Ball joint(s). * Check the Ball Joint(s). * Front wheel bearing(s). * Check the wheel bearings. * Loose, worn or damaged suspension components. * Check and install new suspension components as necessary. * Loose suspension fasteners.
* Check and tighten the suspension fasteners to
specification.
REFER to: Specifications (204-00 Suspension System - General Information, Specifications). * Steering components. * Check and install new steering components. * Wheel alignment (excessive total front
toe-out). * Check and adjust the wheel alignment. REFER to:
(204-00 Suspension System - General Information)
Front Toe Adjustment (General Procedures), Rear Toe Adjustment (General Procedures), Camber and Caster Adjustment (General Procedures). Component Tests
Ball Joint Inspection
NOTE: The front suspension is shown in the following procedures. The inspection of the rear suspension upper ball joint
is similar.
1. Raise and support the vehicle. REFER to: (100-02 Jacking and Lifting)
Jacking (Description and Operation), Lifting (Description and Operation).
2. Prior to carrying out any inspection of the ball joints, inspect the front wheel bearings.