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Entering the vehicle
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CONVENIENCE MODE
When the door is opened using either the
Jaguar Smart Key or keyless entry, the
vehicle's electrical system initiates the
convenience mode. The following systems
become functional:
• Driver position memory.
• Seat and steering column adjustment.
• Interior and exterior lighting.
• Message centre.
• Auxiliary power socket.
GLOBAL OPENING
Press and hold the unlock button on the Jaguar
Smart Key for 3 seconds or press and hold the
exterior lock button. The vehicle will unlock and
the alarm will be disarmed immediately. After
the 3 seconds all of the windows and sunroof
will open.
To stop window movement during global
opening when using the Smart Key, press any
of the buttons on the Smart Key or operate the
driver's window switch . To stop a particular
window from opening, operate the relevant
window switch.
To stop window movement when global
opening using the exterior lock button, release
the button.
Note: Global opening can be enabled/disabled
via the Security/ vehicle settings menu on the
touch screen. See 61, VEHICLE SETTINGS .
DRIVE-AWAY LOCKING
Locks all the doors when the vehicle exceeds a
set speed. One of three set speeds can be
selected via the Security/ vehicle settings menu
on the touch screen. See 61, VEHICLE
SETTINGS . Use of the central locking/
unlocking buttons (see 224, DRIVER
CONTROLS ), will override the drive-away
locking feature for the rest of a journey.
If a door is individually unlocked and opened,
all doors will relock when the open door is
subsequently closed.
Note: Drive-away locking can be enabled/
disabled via the Security/ vehicle settings menu
on the touch screen. See 61, VEHICLE
SETTINGS .
REMOTE KEY FOB CARE
To prevent acci dental operation,
never leave the Jaguar Smart Key in
the vehicle if children or animals are
also left in the vehicle.
Do not expose to extremes of heat,
dust, humidity or fluids. Do not leave
the transmitter exposed to direct
sunlight.
The emergency key blad e number is recorded
on an attached label, which should be peeled
off and affixed to the correct area on the
Security Card, supplied in the literature pack.
Keep the Security Card safe, but not in the
vehicle.
The operational range of the Smart Key varies
considerably, depending on atmospheric
conditions and interferen ce from other devices.
Note: The radio frequency used by the Smart
Key may be used by othe r devices (e.g. medical
equipment). This may prevent the Smart Key
from operati ng correctly.

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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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Starting the engine
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STEERING COLUMN LOCK
The steering column has an electronic lock,
which locks and unlocks in conjunction with
the vehicle Locking/Alarm system. The steering
column lock also locks when the ignition is
switched off, after a time delay. If the steering
column lock malfunctions, Steering Column
Locked is displayed in the message centre. If
this occurs:
1. Lock and then unlock the vehicle using the
Smart Key.
2. Try again to unlock the steering column
lock, by turning the steering wheel gently
to the left and right.
3. If the malfunction pers ists, seek qualified
assistance immediately.
SWITCHING OFF THE ENGINE
With the gear sele ctor in position P, press the
engine START/STOP butt on. The engine will
stop and the ignition sy stem will return to
convenience mode. The audio, telephone and
touch screen systems will revert to stand-by
mode and the JaguarDrive selector will retract
into the centre console.

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Gearbox
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Do not allow the vehicle to remain
stationary with a drive gear selected and
the engine running . Always select P or
N if the engine is to idle for a prolonged
period.
ROTARY GEAR SELECTOR
The JaguarDrive selector elevates out of the
centre console when the engine is started, in
readiness for gear selection
P should be selected before switching off the
engine. However, it is possible to switch the
engine off with R, D or S selected - the selector
will automatica lly select P, while retracting into
the centre console.
Note: If the engine is switched off with N
selected, the system will wait for 10 minutes
before selecting P. This procedure is to allow
the vehicle to be conveyed through a car wash
only and should not be used for vehicle
recovery purposes.
In the event of a vehicle breakdown, the
transmission will automatically select P. This
prevents the vehicle from being towed on all
four wheels. Therefore, vehicle recovery
should only be undertaken by suitably qualified
personnel.
IF THE SELECTOR FAILS TO ELEVATE
If the JaguarDrive selector is obstructed
remove the obstruction and then start the
engine. The selector s hould elevate as normal.
If the selector still fails to elevate, even if there
is no obstruction, a faul t in the system is
indicated. The selector ca n still be used in the
lowered position, but be aware that it will not
automatically select P when the engine is
switched off. P should be selected manually.
The fault should be re ctified by a Dealer/
Authorised Repairer at the earliest opportunity.
MANUAL GEAR SELECTION
When the gear selector is in the D position,
manual mode may be directly accessed by the
single action of operating the steering wheel
mounted shift paddles.
If continued use of manua l mode is required,
the gear selector may be subsequently moved
to the S position to enter permanent manual
mode.
If the gear selector remains in the D position,
temporary manual mode will be held whilst the
driver is accelerating, decelerating, cornering
or continuing to request shifts via the paddles.
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 event of an electrical or mechanical
failure, transmission ope ration will be limited.
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 ignition 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 st ill unable to select the
requested gear, contact your Dealer/
Authorised Repairer.

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Adaptive cruise control
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ACC MALFUNCTION
If a malfunction occurs during operation of the
system in cruise or follow modes, the ACC
system will switch off a nd cannot be used until
the fault is cleared. The message Driver
Intervene appears briefly and is then replaced
by the message Cruise Not Available . If
malfunction of the ACC or any related system
occurs at any other time, the message Cruise
Not Available will be displayed. It will not be
possible to activate the ACC system in any
mode.
Accumulations of dirt, snow or ice on the
sensor or cover may inhibit ACC operation.
Fitting of a vehicle front protector or metallised
badges may also affect ACC operation.
The ACC system relies on its radar to detect
objects and constantly scans ahead. If the
radar is unable to detect any objects ahead,
then ACC will be deactivated, the audible alarm
sounds and the message Driver Intervene
displays briefly. The message ACC Sensor
Blocked will then be displayed.
The same messages may also be displayed
while driving on open ro ads with few objects
for the radar to detect.
Clearing the obstruction fr om in front of the
sensor allows the system to return to normal
operation. If the obstr uction is present when
ACC is inactive (e.g. on initial starting or with
the ACC system switched off), the message
ACC Sensor Blocked will be displayed.
Tyres other than those recommended for your
vehicle, may have different sizes. This can
affect the correct operation of the ACC.
FORWARD ALERT FUNCTION
Limited detect ion and warning of objects
ahead, is provided duri ng ACC operation by the
ACC Forward Alert warning. The enhanced
forward alert feature additionally provides
warnings when ACC is not engaged; if an object
is detected close ahead, then the warning tone
and message will be issu ed. The brakes will not
be applied.
The forward alert system does not initiate any
action. The driver must take appropriate action
when the Forward Alert message is displayed.
However, the system monitors driver actions
(e.g. braking, steering or indicating) and may
not initiate the warning display if the
appropriate action has been taken early
enough.
Press the button to switch Forward alert on or
off.
When the warning lamp in the
instrument panel is on, Forward
alert is active.

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Adaptive cruise control
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INTELLIGENT EMERGENCY BRAKING
The system may not react to slow
moving vehicles.
The system will not react to stationary
vehicles, or vehicles that are not
travelling in the same direction as
your vehicle.
Warnings and automatic braking may
not occur if the dist ance to the vehicle
ahead is very small, or if the steering
wheel and pedal movements are large
(to avoid a collis ion for example).
IEB (Intelligent Em ergency Braking)
uses the same radar sensor as
Adaptive Cruise Control and Forward
Alert. The same performance
limitations apply, see 96, ADAPTIVE
CRUISE CONTROL OVERVIEW.
IEB is available at all speeds to automatically
apply the brakes if an unavoidable collision
with a moving vehicle in front is detected.
If there is an imminent risk of collision, an
audible warning is given. If the collision then
becomes unavoidable, the IEB system applies
the brakes at up to maximum pressure. After
IEB has activated, IEB System Was Activated
is displayed in the message centre and the
system is inhibited from further operation until
reset by a Dealer/Authorised Repairer.
IEB will function even if Forward Alert and ACC
are switched off. If the radar sensor is blocked,
by snow or heavy rain for example, or there is
a fault with the system, IEB Not Available is
displayed in the message centre. The vehicle
can still be driven and the braking system will
still operate, but without IEB. If the cause of
this message being disp layed is thought to be
other than a blocked rada r sensor, consult your
Dealer/Authorised Repairer.

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Tyre repair kit
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10. Set the compressor switch to the on ( I)
position.
11. Inflate the tyre to a minimum of 1.9 bar
(26 psi) and a maximum of 3.5 bar
(51 psi).
•When pumping the sealant through the
tyre valve, the pressure may rise up to
6 bar (87 psi). The pressure will drop
again after approx imately 30 seconds.
12. During the inflation, switch the
compressor off briefly, to check the tyre
pressure using the gauge mounted on the
compressor.
•It should not take longer than 7
minutes to inflate the tyre. If, after 7
minutes, the tyre ha s not yet reached
minimum pressure, the tyre should not
be used.
13. Once the tyre has been inflated, switch off
the compressor. If desired, the engine may
be turned off after the compressor has
been turned off.
14. Remove the power connector from the
auxiliary power socket.
15. Remove the inflation hose from the tyre
valve, by unscrewing it as quickly as
possible (anticlockwise).
16. Replace the inflation hose protective cap
and the tyre valve cap.
17. Ensure that the tyre repair kit (including the
bottle and receiver caps) are placed
securely in the vehicle. You will need to use
the kit to check the tyre pressure after
approximately 3 km (2 miles), so ensure
they are easily accessible.
18. Immediately drive the vehicle for
approximately 3 km (2 miles), to allow the
sealant to coat the inner surface of the tyre
and form a seal at the puncture.CHECKING THE TYRE PRESSURE
AFTER A REPAIR
When driving the vehicle, if you
experience vibrations, abnormal
steering, or noises, reduce speed
immediately. Drive with extreme
caution and reduced speed, to the first
safe place to stop the vehicle. Visually
examine the tyre and check its
pressure. If there are any signs of
damage or deformity to the tyre, or the
tyre pressure is below 1.3 bar (19
psi), do not continue driving.
Consult a tyre repair centre or your
Dealer/Authorised Repairer, for
advice concerning the replacement of
a tyre after using a tyre repair kit.
1. Drive the vehicle for 3 km (2 miles) then
stop in a safe place. Carry out a visual
examination of the tyre’s condition.
2. Make sure that the sealant container
section is in its original position.
3. Screw the inflation hos e connector firmly
onto the tyre valve.
4. Read the tyre pressure from the gauge.
5. If the pressure of the sealant filled tyre is
above 1.3 bar (19 psi) adjust the pressure
to the correct value.
6. Ensure that the compressor switch is in the
Off ( O) position and insert the power cable
connector into the au xiliary power socket.
If the vehicle is in a well ventilated area,
start the engine.
7. Switch the compressor to On ( I) and inflate
the tyre to the correct pressure.
8. To check the tyre pressure, turn off the
compressor then read the pressure from
the gauge.

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Maintenance
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Petrol engines
1. Washer fluid.
2. Brake fluid:
•A. Right-hand drive vehicles.
• B. Left-hand drive vehicles.
3. Engine oil (V6 engines).
4. Engine oil (V8 engines).
5. Coolant (V8 engines).
6. Power steering.
•A. V8 engines.
• B. V6 engines.
7. Engine oil dipstick (V6 engines).
8. Coolant (V6 engines).
Do not drive the vehicle if there is a
possibility that leak ed fluid will come
into contact with a hot surface, such
as the exhaust.
UNBLOCKING WASHER JETS
Do not operate the washer jets during
adjustment. Windscreen washer fluid
may cause irritation to the eyes and
skin. Always read and observe the
washer fluid manufacturers
instructions.
If a washer jet becomes blocked, use a thin
strand of wire to unblock the jet by inserting
the wire into the jet. Ensure that the wire is
completely removed after unblocking.