2015 JAGUAR XF Quick Start Guide

STARTING AND DRIVINGSTARTING AND DRIVING
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Rear camera and Parking aids
Rear camera
Canceling the Parking aid screen
Touch the screen to return to the previous view.
If ASL is suspended due to kick-down acceleration or
by pressing the Cruise control CANCEL button, the
Message center will display a LIMITER CANCELLED
message.
Press the RESUME control to reinstate the ASL set
speed. ASL will resume if the vehicle’s speed is below the
previously set speed limit.
Door mirrors and Blind spot
monitoring (BSM)
See page 2, items 30 and 31.
Door mirror dip when reversing
This feature can be used to improve lower side views
while reversing. It can be enabled or disabled via the
Touch screen. From the Home menu, select Setup then
Secrity/Vehicle. Now select Windows/Mirrors followed
by Reverse mirror dip - On or Off.
To set a mirror dip position:
• With the Parking brake on, select transmission R.
• Adjust the mirror position to view the lower rear curb
and vehicle.
Subsequently, each time transmission R is selected, the
set dip position will be automatically selected. The mirrors
will return to their normal position when a forward gear is
selected. When negotiating a steep downhill gradient, vehicle
speed may exceed the set speed. The Message
center will display a warning. Driver intervention
may be required to reduce the vehicle’s speed.
TracDSC is an alternative setting that adjusts the DSC
settings for maximum traction in difficult conditions.
TracDSC enables a more involving and focused driving
experience. To select TracDSC, press and release the
button. Touch again to return to DSC. To turn DSC off,
press for more than 10 seconds.
Message center
The Message center displays
the transmission positions, P,
R, N, D or S, the manual mode
gear selections 1 to 8, and
the JaguarDrive Control mode
selection.
When TracDSC is selected, the DSC warning lamp will
illuminate and the Message center will briefly display
TRAC DSC.
When DSC OFF is selected, the DSC warning lamp will
illuminate, and the Message center will display DSC OFF
until DSC is reinstated.
Blind spot monitoring
BSM uses radar to monitor blind spot areas. The
monitored area extends approximately 20 ft (6 m) behind
the rear wheels and 8.2 ft (2.5 m) to the sides. If an
overtaking vehicle is identified on either side, an amber
icon will illuminate in the relevant mirror to alert the driver.
An amber dot will remain illuminated until the vehicle’s
speed exceeds 10 mph (16 km/h).
Folding mirrors
Press both buttons simultaneously to fold the mirrors
inward. Press again to unfold.
Activates when transmission R is selected. The Touch
screen will display guidance lines to aid reversing. When
a forward gear is selected and the vehicle’s speed is
greater than 11mph (18 km/h), the Rear camera will
deactivate.
The Rear camera view has priority over the Parking aid
view. To display the Parking aid view instead, touch the
screen.
Note: Sensors may activate when water, snow, or ice are
detected on the surface of the sensors. Make sure that
the sensors are cleaned regularly. Parking aids
When transmission R is selected, Parking aids at the rear
and front will activate.
To activate the front sensors manually,
press the Parking aid switch in the overhead
panel.
The front sensors are deactivated when the vehicle’s
speed exceeds 10 mph (16 km/h).
Audible alert volume can be adjusted via the Touch
screen. Select the Home menu, then Setup followed by
System. Now select Volume presets. Use the + or - soft
keys alongside Parking aid to adjust the volume.
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HEATING AND VENTILATION
10
AUDIO AND TOUCH SCREEN
Heating and ventilation
See page 2, items 12 and 15.
Primary controls
1.
Press to tur
n Climate control on/off. Rotate to adjust
airflow speed through the vents.
2.

T
emperature control. Temperature is displayed on the
Touch screen.
3.

Recirculation.
Helps to prevent fumes from entering.
4.

Heated/climate seats
. Press to access menu options.
5.

AU
TO. This is the recommended operating mode.
Automatically adjusts the air conditioning, blower speed,
air intake, and airflow distribution, to maintain the
selected temperature(s). Helps to prevent screen fogging.
6.

Heated rear screen.
7

.
Heated windshield.
8

.
MAX
. Fastest method to remove frost or heavy
fogging from the front screen.
Operating note
Seat heating and ventilating will operate only while
the engine is running. This is to prevent the battery
becoming discharged.External water deposits
The system removes moisture from the air and
deposits the excess water beneath the vehicle. This
is normal and is no cause for concern. Touch screen controls
Touch Climate on the Home menu.
1.

Heated steer
ing wheel on/off.
2.
Settings
. Use to personalise settings.

3. Front seats. Temperature and ventilation.
4.

Climate Off
. Select to turn on/off.


5

.
Sync
. Synchronises all front and rear settings to
match the driver’s.
6.

Air distr
ibution to the windshield, face and feet.
7.

Indication of the selected b
lower speed. Use the
rotary control to adjust.
8.

A/C.
Select for economy mode. Turns off the air
conditioning compressor

.

Home menu
See page 2, items 10, 14 and 23.
Steering wheel audio/video control
See page 2, item 3.
1. Audio volume.
2. Scroll through preset radio stations, CD tracks, or music folders. Hold to select the
next/previous radio station or the next CD.
3. Audio mute/unmute or activate Voice control.
4. Scroll through the audio/video source options.
The Touch screen requires only light touches.
Excess pressure could result in damage.
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Operating note
Seat heating and ventilating will operate only while
the engine is running. This is to prevent the battery
becoming discharged.
Touch screen controls
Touch Climate on the Home menu.
1.
Heated steering wheel on/off.
2. Settings. Use to personalise settings.

3. Front seats. Temperature and ventilation.
4. Climate Off. Select to turn on/off.
5. Sync. Synchronises all front and rear settings to
match the driver’s.
6. Air distribution to the windshield, face and feet.
7. Indication of the selected blower speed. Use the
rotary control to adjust.
8. A/C. Select for economy mode. Turns off the air
conditioning compressor.

1. Eject CD .
2.
Press repeatedly f
or available audio sources.
3.

Press to s
witch the Audio system on/off. Rotate to
adjust the volume.
4.

Press to displa
y the Audio/Video menu. Select any of
the audio or video sources, set personal preferences, and
store stations to presets.
5.

Seek do
wn and up buttons for the previous/next
r

adio station preset, the next DVD chapter, or the next
CD/MP3 track. Hold to enter manual seek mode.
6.

Press repeatedly f
or Touch screen on/off and screen
saver options (or Intelligent stop/start on/off).
7.

T
ouch any screen soft key to make a selection.
8.

Displa
ys the Home menu.
Home menu
See page 2, items 10, 14 and 23.
Operating note
Always run the engine during prolonged use of the
Touch screen. This is to prevent the battery becoming
discharged.
Steering wheel audio/video control
See page 2, item 3.
1. Audio volume.
2.

Scroll through preset r
adio stations, CD tracks, or music folders. Hold to select the
next/previous radio station or the next CD.
3.

A
udio mute/unmute or activate Voice control.
4.

Scroll through the audio/video source options
.
The Touch screen requires only light touches.
Excess pressure could result in damage.
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AUDIO AND TOUCH SCREEN
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AUDIO AND TOUCH SCREEN
CD player and portable media
Select the My music menu.
1. Select to display all of the options. Select a source.

2. Settings menu. Select to switch traffic and news
announcements on or off.
3. Use Track list or Browse to find a track. Select the
track to play.
4. Use Upload to load discs. The CD/DVD player
will accommodate one CD or DVD disc at a time, but
with Stored CD, up to 10 CD’s can be loaded onto the
virtual CD store. While a disc is loading, a % count up is
displayed on the soft key. If the hard drive is full, select
Replace to overwrite an existing CD.
5. Touch and release to skip up or down to the next or
previous track. Touch and hold to scan forwards or back
through the current track.
Satellite radio
Satellite radio subscription service
Use channel 184 to preview satellite radio. When the
preview time expires, you will need to subscribe to
SIRIUS to enable further satellite reception.
1.

T
ouch to select the satellite bands. Touch the + icon to
move through SAT 1, 2, and 3.
2.

Use the seek arro
ws to move up or down to the next
or previous channel.
3.

Channel inf
ormation. Select if there is more
information than can fit in the display area.
4.

Channel presets
. Each S AT band has 6 preset soft
keys. Touch and hold a soft key to store the current
channel. A brief touch will access the stored channel. 5.
Settings . Select to make personal settings in
Options, Channel skip, and Parental lock areas.
6.

Channel list
. View a list of available categories.
7.

Channel input
. Select to access the touch pad. Enter
any 3 digit channel number and then select OK.
8.

Br
owse. Touch to view a list of channel categories.
Select one to display full details of that channel and the
current track.
9.

Ad
d song. Store the currently playing track to the
song memory. If the Audio system subsequently finds a
stored track playing on a subscribed channel, notification
will be given.
Note: Use the seek buttons on the steering wheel to find
preset channels.
Activating satellite radio
1.

Call SIRIUS on the displa
yed telephone number.
2.

Pro
vide them with the ID number, also displayed on
the screen.
You will also need your credit card. Make sure you are
parked with a clear view of the sky while activation takes
place. Activation can take up to 15 minutes.
3.

Vie
w information broadcast by the radio station.

4

.
Settings
menu. Select from RDS, Traffic, News, AF,
and REG. The Advanced soft key allows favorite stations
to be set for traffic and news information.
5.
Station list
. Options are available only for FM
wavebands. All available FM stations will be listed. The list
can be sorted by Frequency, Name, or Category (pop,
news, sport), by selecting the appropriate soft key.

A
utostore replaces Station list when an AM
waveband is selected. Select to store the 6 strongest AM
stations. These stations will be on the preset keys.
6.
Frequenc
y input. Enter a station frequency. When
the final digit is entered, the station will be tuned.
7.
Preset soft k
eys. Can store 6 stations for each
w

aveband. Touch and hold a soft key to store the
current r

adio station.
Radio
Turn on the Audio system. On the Touch screen Home
menu, touch the Audio/Video option. The last used
audio source controls will be displayed. If another audio
source is displayed, select Radio.
1.

T
ouch to view and select wavebands. The + key will
change to -. Touch a waveband to select. Touch - to exit
the waveband selection.
2.

Mo
ve up or down to the next or previous station.
Connecting portable media
Connecting ports for auxiliary devices, iPod, and USB
storage devices, are located inside the center console
cubby box.
iPod and USB devices can be operated from the Touch
screen. Devices connected to the 3.5mm AUX socket are
controlled only from the device itself.
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AUDIO AND TOUCH SCREENAUDIO AND TOUCH SCREEN
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CD player and portable media
Select the My music menu.
1.
Select to displa
y all of the options. Select a source.



2

.
Settings
menu. Select to switch traffic and news
announcements on or off.
3.

Use
Track list or Browse to find a track. Select the
track to play.
4.

Use
Upload to load discs. The CD/DVD player
will accommodate one CD or DVD disc at a time, but
with Stored CD, up to 10 CD’s can be loaded onto the
virtual CD store. While a disc is loading, a % count up is
displayed on the soft key. If the hard drive is full, select
Replace to overwrite an existing CD.
5.

T
ouch and release to skip up or down to the next or
previous track. Touch and hold to scan forwards or back
through the current track. 6.
Repeat . Touch and release to repeat the current
track continuously. Touch and release again to repeat the
current stored CD (or folder for MP3 discs). Touch and
release a third time to cancel Repeat mode.
Note: Repeat will cancel a previously selected Shuffle
mode. Repeat mode is not available for Bluetooth
®
wireless technology devices.
7.

P

ause/Play. Select to pause playback, select again to
resume playback.
8.

Vie

w information about the current track.
9.

Shuffle

. Touch and release once to play random
tracks from the current CD, MP3 folder, USB folder or
iPod playlist. Touch and release again to play random
tracks from CD, MP3 disc, USB folders or tracks on the
media device, or tracks loaded onto the stored CD store.
Touch and release a third time to cancel Shuffle mode.
Note: Shuffle will cancel a previously selected Repeat
mode.Shuffle mode is not availble for Bluetooth
wireless
technology devices.
5. Settings. Select to make personal settings in
Options, Channel skip, and Parental lock areas.
6. Channel list. View a list of available categories.
7. Channel input. Select to access the touch pad. Enter
any 3 digit channel number and then select OK.
8. Browse. Touch to view a list of channel categories.
Select one to display full details of that channel and the
current track.
9. Add song. Store the currently playing track to the
song memory. If the Audio system subsequently finds a
stored track playing on a subscribed channel, notification
will be given.
Note: Use the seek buttons on the steering wheel to find
preset channels.
Activating satellite radio
1. Call SIRIUS on the displayed telephone number.
2. Provide them with the ID number, also displayed on
the screen.
You will also need your credit card. Make sure you are
parked with a clear view of the sky while activation takes
place. Activation can take up to 15 minutes.
3.
View information broadcast by the radio station.
4. Settings menu. Select from RDS, Traffic, News, AF
, and REG. The Advanced soft key allows favorite stations
to be set for traffic and news information.
5. Station list. Options are available only for FM
wavebands. All available FM stations will be listed. The list
can be sorted by Frequency, Name, or Category (pop,
news, sport), by selecting the appropriate soft key.
Autostore replaces Station list when an AM
waveband is selected. Select to store the 6 strongest AM
stations. These stations will be on the preset keys.
6. Frequency input. Enter a station frequency. When
the final digit is entered, the station will be tuned.
7. Preset soft keys. Can store 6 stations for each
waveband. Touch and hold a soft key to store the
current radio station.
Do not use discs with paper labels or dual format
discs (Dual Discs or DVD Plus). They could become
jammed inside the player.
Connecting portable media
Connecting ports for auxiliary devices, iPod, and USB
storage devices, are located inside the center console
cubby box.
iPod and USB devices can be operated from the Touch
screen. Devices connected to the 3.5mm AUX socket are
controlled only from the device itself.When connecting to the USB socket, use the cable
supplied with your media device. iPod and USB devices
can be operated from the Touch screen.
The system will play MP3, WMA, WAV, and AAC files
from a memory stick or a USB controlled MP3 player, or
a cell phone.
Some MP3 players use proprietary file systems that are
not supported by the vehicle’s system. MP3 players must
be set to Removable Device or Mass Storage Device
mode (see the manufacturer’s information). Only music
files added to the device while in this mode can be played
via the vehicle’s system.
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NAVIGATION
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TELEPHONE
Nav menus
Country selection
On initial activation, make sure
that both the correct country
and search area have been
selected.
For more information, refer to
the Navigation section of the
Owner’s Handbook.
Note: To access navigation, press either the N AV hard
key or touch the Nav icon on the Home menu.
1.

Use to enter a ne
w destination. Provides a choice of
options when entering a destination.
2.

Displa
ys previous destinations entered. A previous
destination can be selected as a new destination.
3.


Turns the POI (Point of Interest) icons on the map
on/off.
4.

When a destination is set, the J
aguar logo, in this
position, is replaced by a soft key which enables the last
voice instruction to be repeated.
5.

The soft k
ey is highlighted while Voice guidance is
enabled. Touch to turn Voice guidance off.
6.

POI shor
tcuts: Touch an icon to list available POIs
that are close to the vehicle’s position.
7.

Use to calculate a detour from the current route
.
8.

Adv
ances to the main map screen.
9.

There are 2 na
vigation menu screens. Use the
More... soft key to toggle between them. The second map
screen features the following soft keys:
• Stored locations. Use to manage the stored data.
• TMC (Traffic Message Channel). Provides data
about road conditions and any events on the route
ahead that may affect the current route.
• Route options. Allows selection of various options
for the route.
• Nav set-up. For setting personal preferences within
the Navigation system.
10.
Cancels the current Route guidance

.Selecting navigation
When navigation is selected after the ignition is turned
on, a caution screen is displayed. Touch Agree.
Note: At the first time of accessing the caution screen,
set the required language.
Setting a destination
Select Destination entry.
1.

Select
Address and enter address details using the
keypad.
2.
As each par
t of the address is refined, touch OK
or List to display all of the streets and towns that are
available for selection.
3.
If the house n
umber is not known, touch OK. The end
of the road is then used as the destination.
4.
When the address entr
y fields are complete, press
OK to move to the map screen.
Start guidance
The map screen will display the selected destination.
Touch GO to start route calculation. Touch Review route
if you want to take an alternative route.
Touch Go to start guidance.
Review route
There will be a choice of 3 routes or Change route. 3
routes will display 3 different route options on the map.
Select Route 1, 2, or 3 by touching the respective box
displayed on the right side of the map and then select
GO.

Bluetooth® wireless technology
devices
See page 2, item 3.
Connection must be made with the ignition on or the
engine running.
Use the following procedure in conjunction with your
phone manufacturer’s instructions.
Pairing and connecting using a phone
Note: The process of pairing and connecting a phone
to the vehicle will vary depending on the type of phone
used.
1. Switch the ignition on and make sure that the Touch
screen is active.
2. From the Home menu, select Phone.
3. If no phone is connected, select Search new,
otherwise select Change phone and then select Search
new.
4. Select the Device to vehicle option.
Note: The vehicle’s Bluetooth wireless technology
system is discoverable for only 3 minutes.
5. Using your phone, search for Bluetooth wireless
technology devices. On some phones, this is referred
to as a new paired device. See your phone’s operating
instructions for further information.
6. When the vehicle’s system is discovered, begin the
pairing process and follow the on-screen instructions.
7. When requested, enter a PIN of your choice into your
phone and the vehicle’s system. Select OK.
8. When your phone is paired and connected, a
confirmation message will be displayed.
Note: Some phones require the pairing to be set as
‘authorised’ or ‘trusted’, in order to automatically connect.
Please refer to your phone’s operating instructions for
further information.
Downloading phonebook entries
When a phone with phonebook download capability
is paired and docked, its phonebook directory can be
automatically downloaded to the vehicle’s system.
See PHONEBOOK in the Owner’s Handbook for more
information.
Bluetooth Connectivity
Compatible Bluetooth wireless technology
devices can communicate with the vehicle’s in-built
telephone system. For the latest compatibility
information, refer to www.jaguar.com and route to
the Ownership area.
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NAVIGATIONTELEPHONE
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Signal reception
• Reception is dependent on the phone and network
signal. Performance may be improved by changing
your phone’s settings (e.g., from 3G to 2G).
• If echo is experienced during a call, reduce the
Audio system volume.
Calls via the Touch screen
With a paired and active phone, press the PHONE button
below the Touch screen.
1.

Select
Digit Dial, Phonebook, or Last 10. With
Digit
Dial selected, use the keypad to enter the number.
With Phonebook selected, choose a number from the
downloaded phonebook. Last 10 displays the previous
10 calls. Choose one to dial.
2.

T
ouch the green connect icon to make a call. The icon
will change to a red connected call icon. Touch the red
icon to end a call.
Selecting navigation
When navigation is selected after the ignition is turned
on, a caution screen is displayed. Touch Agree.
Note: At the first time of accessing the caution screen,
set the required language.
Setting a destination
Select Destination entry.
1. Select Address and enter address details using the
keypad.
2. As each part of the address is refined, touch OK
or List to display all of the streets and towns that are
available for selection.
3. If the house number is not known, touch OK. The end
of the road is then used as the destination.
4. When the address entry fields are complete, press
OK to move to the map screen.
Start guidance
The map screen will display the selected destination.
Touch GO to start route calculation. Touch Review route
if you want to take an alternative route.
Touch Go to start guidance.
Review route
There will be a choice of 3 routes or Change route. 3
routes will display 3 different route options on the map.
Select Route 1, 2, or 3 by touching the respective box
displayed on the right side of the map and then select
GO.

Bluetooth® wireless technology
devices
See page 2, item 3.
Connection must be made with the ignition on or the
engine running.
Use the following procedure in conjunction with your
phone manufacturer’s instructions.
Pairing and connecting using a phone
Note: The process of pairing and connecting a phone
to the vehicle will vary depending on the type of phone
used.
1.

Switch the ignition on and mak
e sure that the Touch
screen is active.
2.

F
rom the Home menu, select Phone.
3.

If no phone is connected, select
Search new,
otherwise select Change phone and then select Search
new .
4.

Select the
Device to vehicle option.
Note: The vehicle’s Bluetooth wireless technology
system is discoverable for only 3 minutes.
5.

Using y
our phone, search for Bluetooth wireless
technology devices. On some phones, this is referred
to as a new paired device. See your phone’s operating
instructions for further information.
6.

When the v
ehicle’s system is discovered, begin the
pairing process and follow the on-screen instructions.
7.

When requested, enter a PIN of y
our choice into your
phone and the vehicle’s system. Select OK.
8.

When y
our phone is paired and connected, a
confirmation message will be displayed.
Note: Some phones require the pairing to be set as
‘authorised’ or ‘trusted’, in order to automatically connect.
Please refer to your phone’s operating instructions for
further information.
Downloading phonebook entries
When a phone with phonebook download capability
is paired and docked, its phonebook directory can be
automatically downloaded to the vehicle’s system.
See PHONEBOOK in the Owner’s Handbook for more
information.
Bluetooth Connectivity
Compatible Bluetooth wireless technology
devices can communicate with the vehicle’s in-built
telephone system. For the latest compatibility
information, refer to www.jaguar.com and route to
the Ownership area.
Calls via the steering wheel controls
1.

V
olume control. Turn to increase/decrease the call
volume.
2.

Scroll
control. Turn
to scroll up/down lists
of calls or phonebook
entries.
3.

Phone/V
oice control.
Press and release to
dial, accept, or end a
call. If Voice control is
not fitted, in addition to
the above, press and
release to access the Last 10 dialled list. Press and hold
to access the Phonebook search view.
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GAS STATION INFORMATION
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Refueling
The fuel filler flap is located on the right side of the
vehicle. If the vehicle is locked, the filler flap cannot be
opened.
Press the flap firmly, approximately 1.4 in (35 mm) from
the rear edge and release. Pull the flap open. The correct
fuel specification is shown on the inside of the fuel filler
flap.
Twist the cap counter-clockwise to release. A hook is
provided on the flap hinge to hold the cap while refueling.
Use premium unleaded fuel with a minimum octane rating
of 91 AKI to achieve optimum performance, fuel economy,
and driveability.
After refueling, tighten the cap clockwise until it clicks 3
times.Hood release
The hood release is located in the left side footwell.
Tire pressure label location
Tire pressures are shown on a label located in the
driver’s door opening.
Note:
Tire pressures must be checked and adjusted while
the tires are cold.
Part No. JJM 18 96 40 151 © Jaguar Land Rover Limited.
If the vehicle can use E85 fuels (85% ethanol
content), it will be stated on a label on the back of
the fuel filler flap. When using E85 fuel, 1 in 4 tanks
of fuel must be non-E85 premium quality unleaded
fuel.
Note: Do not use E85 fuel in ambient temperatures
lower than 14° F (-10° C).
DO NOT use E85 fuels if it is not specified on a
label on the back of the fuel filler flap. Equipment
necessary for the use of fuels containing more than
15% ethanol is not fitted to this vehicle. If E85 fuels
are used, serious engine and fuel system damage
will occur.
Avoid using fuel containing methanol. If it is
unavoidable, do not use a fuel with more than
10% methanol content. The fuel must contain
co-solvents and corrosion inhibitors. Fuel system
damage and engine performance problems can
occur when methanol is used.
Unleaded fuels containing up to 15% MTBE can
be used.
No responsibility is accepted for damage caused by
using incorrect fuels.
If the vehicle is filled with the wrong type of fuel:
• DO NOT start the engine!
• Call for qualified assistance!
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