2011 JAGUAR XF Air bag

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Occupant safety
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SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONERS
The seat belt pre-tens ioners activate in
conjunction with the Supplementary Restraint
System (SRS) to provide additional protection
in the event of a severe frontal impact. They
automatically reduce any slack in a seatbelt to
reduce forward movement of a front seat
occupant.
The seat belt pre-tensioners will
activate only once and then must be
replaced. Failure to replace them will
reduce the effectiveness of the SRS in
reducing the risk of serious injury or
death in the event of an accident.
After any impact, have the seat belts
and pre-tensioners checked and, if
necessary, replaced by a Land Rover
Dealer/Authorised Repairer.
AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT EFFECTS
When an airbag inflates, a fine
powder is released. This is normal
and not an indication of a malfunction.
The powder may cause irritation to the
skin and should be thoroughly flushed
from eyes and any cuts or abrasions.
Airbag deployment is accompanied by
a very loud noise which may cause
discomfort and temporary loss of
hearing.
AIRBAG WARNING LAMP
If the warning lamp indicates that a
fault is present in the system, do not
use a child restraint on the front
passenger seat.
If any of the following warning indicator
conditions occur, th e vehicle should be
checked by your Dealer /Authorised repairer
immediately.
• The warning indicator fails to illuminate
when the START/STOP button is initially
switched on.
• The warning indicator fails to extinguish
within six seconds of the START/STOP
button being switched on.
• The warning indicator illuminates at any
time other than during the bulb check.
Theairbag warning indicator is
mounted in the instrument panel,
andwill illuminate as a bulb check
when the START/STOP buttonis
switched on.

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AIRBAG SERVICE INFORMATION
Do not attempt to service, repair,
replace, modify, or tamper with, any
part of the SRS. Thi s includes wiring
or components in the vicinity of SRS
components. Doing so may cause the
system to trigger, or render the
system inoperative.
Do not use any electrical test
equipment or devices in the vicinity of
SRS components or wiring. Doing so
may cause the system to trigger, or
render the syst em inoperative.
All of the following operations should only be
carried out by a Dealer/Authorised Repairer, or
suitably qualified person:-
• Removal or repair of any wiring or
component in the vicinity of any SRS
components.
• Installation of electrical, or electronic,
equipment and accessories.
• Modification to the front or sides of the
vehicle exterior.
• Attachment of accessor ies to the front or
sides of the vehicle.

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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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DYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL
(DSC) (AMBER)
If there is a fault, this warning lamp will
illuminate in the instrument panel and the
message centre will display DSC NOT
AVAILABLE .
The vehicle can still be driven, but the DSC
system will not activate under wheel spin or
slide conditions. You s hould seek qualified
assistance as soon as possible.
If Trac DSC is selected, the warning lamp will
also illuminate and the message TRAC DSC is
displayed for 4 seconds.
DYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL
(DSC) OFF (AMBER)
REAR FOG LAMPS (AMBER)
ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
(AMBER) FORWARD ALERT (AMBER)
AIRBAG (AMBER)
AUTOMATIC SPEED LIMITER
(AMBER)
ADAPTIVE FRONT LIGHTING SYSTEM
(AMBER)
TYRE PRESSURE MONITORING
SYSTEM (YELLOW)
Flashes when DSC is active.
Illuminates when DSC is switched
off. A chime will also sound and
the message DSC OFF is displayed
in the message centre.
Illuminates when the rear fog
lamps are switched on.
Illuminates when adaptive cruise
control is active, to indicate that
the vehicle is in follow mode.
Illuminates when forward alert is
active.
Illuminates if the airbag system
develops a fault.
Seek qualified
assistance as soon as possible.
Illuminates when Automatic
Speed Limiter is active.
Illuminates when there is a system
fault. The headlamps will still
operate, but without this feature
operating correctly . Seek qualified
assistance as soon as possible.
Illuminates when one or more
tyres are significantly
under-inflated. The vehicle should
be stopped as soon as possible
and the tyres checked and inflated
to the recommended pressure.

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Maintenance
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MaintenanceDISABILITY MODIFICATIONS
Occupants with disabilities which may require
modification of the vehicle, must contact a
Dealer/Authorised Repairer before any
modifications are made.
PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
Do not fit non-approved parts and
accessories or carry out non-approved
alterations or conversions.
Your vehicle is not designed for use
with a roof rack. Do not fit a roof rack to
the vehicle, as damage may result.
AIRBAG SYSTEM
The components that make up the
airbag system are sensitive to
electrical or phys ical interference,
either of which could easily damage
the system and cause inadvertent
operation or a malfunction of the
airbag module.
To prevent malfunction of the airbag system
always consult your Dealer/Authorised
Repairer before fitting any of the following:
• Electronic equipment such as a mobile
phone, two-way radio or in-car
entertainment system.
• Accessories attached to the front of the
vehicle.
• Any modification to the front of the vehicle.
• Any modification involving the removal or
repair of any wiring or component in the
vicinity of any of the airbag system
components, including the steering wheel,
steering column, instrument or facia
panels.
• Any modification to th e fascia panels or
steering wheel.
ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM
No modifications or additions should
be made to the anti- theft system. Such
changes could cause the system to
malfunction.
OWNER MAINTENANCE
Any significant or sudden drop in fluid
levels, or uneven ty re wear, should be
reported to a qualified technician
without delay.
In addition to the routine services and
inspections, a number of simple checks must
be carried out more fr equently. These checks
can be carried out by th e owner and advice is
given on the pages that follow.
DAILY CHECKS
• Operation of lamps, horn, direction
indicators, wipers, washers and warning
indicators.
• Operation of seat belts and brakes.
• Look for fluid deposits underneath the
vehicle that might indicate a leak.
Condensation drips from the air
conditioning are normal.
WEEKLY CHECKS
•Engine oil level.
• Engine coolant level.
• Brake fluid level.
• Power steering fluid level.
• Screen washer fluid level.
• Tyre pressures and condition.
• Operate air conditioning.
Note: The engine oil leve l should be checked
more frequently if the vehicle is driven for
prolonged periods at high speeds.

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Maintenance
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WASHING THE VEHICLE PAINTWORK
Substances which are corrosive can
damage the vehicle's paintwork and
should be removed to prevent damage.
USING AN AUTOMATIC WASH
Commercially operated automatic car
washes, jet washes and
power-operated mops, are not
recommended.
UNDER BONNET CLEANING
Do not use a high pressure washer or
steam cleaner in the engine
compartment.
Ensure that the brake fluid reservoir is
kept dry at all times. Only use a clean,
dry cloth to clean the brake fluid cap
and reservoir.
CLEANING GLASS SURFACES
Clean the rear window with a soft cloth to avoid
damaging the heating element. Do not scrape
the glass or use any abrasive cleaning fluid.
Mirror glass is particul arly susceptible to
damage. Wash with soapy water. Do not use
abrasive cleaning compounds or metal
scrapers to remove ice.
To avoid damaging the protecting coating, only
clean the interior side of the sunroof glass with
a soft cloth. Don not sc rape the glass or use
abrasive cleaning fluids.
CLEANING THE REAR SCREEN
To avoid damaging the heating elements when
cleaning the inside of th e rear screen, use only
a soft damp cloth or ch amois leather. Do not
use solvents or sharp objects to clean the
glass.
CLEANING THE SUNROOF WIND
DEFLECTOR
A mild solution of soap and water, or car
shampoo should be used to clean the wind
deflector net period ically. Support the
underside of the net with a soft cloth, and
gently scrub the net usi ng a soft bristled brush.
REMOVING GREASE AND TAR
Remove grease or tar with Jaguar Tar Remover
or methylated spirit (a lcohol). White spirit is
also effective, but must not be applied to
rubber, particularly the windscreen wiper
blades.
Ensure that after using methylated or
white spirit, the area is washed
immediately with soapy water, to
remove all traces of spirit.
POLISHING
Chrome polish, or other abrasive
cleaners, must not be used on the
vehicle's brightwork.
It is recommended that the vehicle is polished
regularly using Jaguar polish and a polishing
cloth.
CLEANING THE INTERIOR
The steering wheel ce ntre pad and other
areas containing airbags should only be
cleaned sparingly with a damp cloth,
warm water and a non-detergent soap.

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CARPETS AND MATS
Marks or stains can be removed by gentle
scrubbing with a weak solution of soap and
warm water.
For more stubborn stains a commercially
available carpet cleaner should be used.
SEAT BELTS
Do not allow any water, cleaning
products, or fabric from cloths to enter
the seat belt mechanism. Any
substance which enters the
mechanism may affect the
performance of the seat belt in an
impact.
Extend the seat belts fully, then use warm
water and a non-detergent soap to clean. Allow
the seat belts to dry naturally whilst fully
extended and do not allow the belts to retract
until fully dry.
Note: Whilst cleaning the seat belt, take the
opportunity to examine the webbing for
damage and wear. Any wear or damage should
be reported to, and rectified by, a Dealer/
Authorised Repairer.
AIRBAG MODULE COVERS
Airbag covers should only be cleaned
using a slightly dampened cloth, and
a small amount of upholstery cleaner.
Any substance which enters the
mechanism, can prevent correct
deployment of an airbag during an
impact.

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Vehicle identification
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Vehicle identificationLABEL LOCATIONS
Additional information labels may also be
found at these locations.
1. Left-hand front suspension tower - Air
conditioning label 2.
Vehicle Identification plate, including the
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and
recommended maximum vehicle weights.
• Left-hand A pillar: All markets except
China.
• Right-hand A pillar: China.
Note: The VIN number is also stamped on
a plate, visible through the bottom left
hand side of the windscreen.
3. End of fascia (passenger side) - Passenger
airbag label
4. Sun visor - Airbag label
5. Base of left B pillar - Tyre pressure label,
Airbag warning label.
6. Inner face of fuel filler flap - Fuel
specification label
7. Top face of battery - Battery warning
symbols
It is important that you are familiar with these
subjects to ensure that your vehicle and its
features are used safely. Using the index at the
back of this handbook, re fer to the relevant
topic for more information.
Warning labels attached to your
vehicle bearing th
is symbol mean:
Do not touch or adjust
components until you have read
the relevant instructions in the
handbook.
Labels showing this symbol
indicate that the ignition system
utilises very high voltages. Do not
touch any ignition components
while the starter switch is turned
on.