Jaguar XJ (2008 year). Manual - part 38

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SUNBLINDS

Rear sunblind

Push the switch to raise the sunblind.

To lower the sunblind, push the switch 
again.

Side sunblinds

The rear door window sunblinds are 
manually operated by lifting the blind and 
securing it in the two clips provided. To 
lower the blind just unhook it from the 
clips and lower it gently back into the 
stowage.

Quarter light sunblinds

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WARNING:

Take care when releasing the quarter 
light blind because it could strike your 
face if it slips from your hand.

Quarter light blinds have a single securing 
clip. Pull the blind rearwards and locate it 
in the clip. To stow the blind, unhook it 
and gently let it return into the stowage.

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GLOVE COMPARTMENT

To open the glove compartment, press 
and release the button (1).

If the glove release button is pressed 
more that 15 times within a 20 second 
duration, the glove opening function will 
be inhibited.

It will then be necessary to wait for 20 
seconds before the glove opening 
function will be reactivated.

The glove compartment cannot be 
opened when the following conditions 
occur:

1. The vehicle is being driven using the 

green-headed valet key and valet 
mode has ben selected, or,

2. The vehicle is centrally or 

double-locked via the remote 
transmitter, or via the driver’s door 
key barrel by turning the key towards 
the rear of the vehicle and releasing, 
or, after auto-relocking occurs.

PICNIC TRAY

(where fitted)

Push the button (1) to release the tray.

To extend the tray, pull it towards you. 
This will expose the pen holder slot.

To replace the tray, push it forwards to its 
non-extended position and then lift it 
upwards and push it into the seat back 
until it clicks into place.

Do not use the tray in a moving vehicle. 

Stow away securely when not in use.

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Engine Starting

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Engine Starting

BEFORE STARTING

Before starting the engine, new owners/ 
drivers should familiarize themselves with 
the layout and operation of the controls 
and instruments.

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WARNING:

Before attempting to start the engine, 
check that the Electric Parking Brake 
(EPB) is ON and the gear selector lever 
(automatic transmission) is in position 
P or N.

When the vehicle is stationary the 
automatic gear selector may be left in D, 
2, 3 or 4, unless the vehicle is to be 
parked. When stopping for traffic lights, 
junctions etc., either select P or apply the 
EPB and select N.

STARTING THE ENGINE

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WARNING:

Never start the engine, or leave it 
running, when the vehicle is in an 
enclosed space. Exhaust gasses are 
poisonous and can cause 
unconsciousness and death if inhaled.

The engine cannot be started until the 
automatic transmission gear selector is in 
N or P.

Insert the key into the ignition switch and 
turn clockwise to position II to switch on 
the ignition.

When the key is turned to position III the 
starter motor will turn the engine until:
• The key is released and automatically 

returns to position II. 

• The ignition switch is turned to 0 or I.
• The gear selector is moved out of P or 

N (automatic transmission vehicles).

• The engine starts.

Do not use the starter continuously for 
longer than six seconds. Continued use of 
the starter will discharge the battery and 
may damage the starter mechanism. Wait 
until the engine stops turning before 
re-using the starter.

When the engine starts, release the key.

The red charge warning indicator in the 
instrument panel should go out when the 
engine is running.

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If the engine fails to start

If an ignition key is placed in the ignition 
switch and turned to position II and the 
alarm security indicator is flashing, it is 
possible that the engine will not start. In 
any event, please contact a Jaguar Dealer 
to investigate the cause of the indicator 
flashing.

Caution: If the engine fails to start, do 
not continue cranking as this will 
discharge the battery. It may also 
damage the catalytic convertor due to 
unburnt fuel passing through the 
exhaust.

It is possible that the fuel system inertia 
switch may have tripped, see page 203 
for the resetting procedure.

If the engine persistently fails to start and 
flooding is suspected, depress the 
accelerator pedal fully, hold it in this 
position and turn the key to position III for 
six seconds. Release the key, remove 
your foot from the accelerator pedal and 
then attempt to restart the engine.

Note: The engine cannot start whilst the 
pedal is fully depressed, it must be 
released to enable the engine to start.

If the engine still fails to start, switch the 
ignition OFF and contact a Jaguar Dealer.

Stopping the engine and locking the 
steering

Turn the key from position II to the lock 
position 0. This turns off the ignition and 
stops the engine. The steering will be 
locked when the key is removed from the 
switch.

Leaving the key in position I or II will 
discharge the battery.

PARKING THE VEHICLE

When leaving the vehicle, remember the 
following:
• Whenever the vehicle is being parked, 

apply the EPB and, with automatic 
transmission, move the gear selector 
to Park P. 

• Do not leave children or pets in the 

vehicle unattended.

• Do not leave luggage or valuables on 

view. Always take your valuables with 
you or lock them in the luggage 
compartment.

• Remove the ignition key and spare 

keys, even when the vehicle is in your 
garage.

• When the vehicle is unoccupied, close 

all windows and lock all doors 
securely.

• Park the vehicle where it can be seen. 

At night, park in a well-lit area.

• When leaving the vehicle unattended, 

for maximum security ensure that the 
doors are double-locked (where 
fitted).

• Ensure that the keys and the key 

transmitters are removed from the 
vehicle before locking the doors, and 
that all doors, the luggage 
compartment and the hood are 
closed.