Jaguar XJ (2008 year). Manual - part 60

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Checking and Top-up

WINDSHIELD AND HEADLAMP
WASHER RESERVOIR

Refer to pages 234 for the washer
reservoir location.

WARNING:

Some screen washer products are
inflammable, particularly if high or
undiluted concentrations are exposed
to sparking. Do not allow screen
washer fluid to come into contact with
naked flames or sources of ignition.

WARNING:

If the vehicle is operated in
temperatures below 4°C (40°F), use a
washer fluid with frost protection. In
cold weather, failure to use a washer
fluid with frost protection, could result
in impaired vision and increase the risk
of a vehicle crash.

Caution: Do not use an antifreeze or
vinegar/water solution in the washer
reservoir - antifreeze will damage
painted surfaces, while vinegar can
damage the windshield washer pump.

Caution: Body panels may suffer
discolouration as a result of screen
washer fluid spillage. Take care to
avoid spillage, particularly if an
undiluted or high concentration is
being used. If spillage occurs, wash the
affected area immediately with water.

The washer reservoir contains the fluid for
the windshield washers and the headlamp
powerwash system (where fitted).

Fill to just below the neck with Jaguar
Windshield Washer Fluid diluted with
clean, preferably soft water as specified in
the instructions on the bottle.

Do not over-fill.

Note: Using a non-approved fluid may
adversely affect the wiper blade rubber,
resulting in ineffectual and noisy wiping.

Capacity

The windshield washer reservoir capacity:
• without headlamp wash is

4.5 litres (7.9 Imperial pints).

• with headlamp wash is

7.1 litres (12.3 Imperial pints).

Cold weather precautions

To prevent damage to the pump during
freezing conditions, use Jaguar
Windshield Washer Fluid at the strength
shown on the bottle, for the anticipated
ambient temperature.

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ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR

Refer to pages 234 for the engine coolant
reservoir location.

The coolant level MAX and MIN indicators
are located inside the reservoir and are
only visible when looking into the filler
neck with the cap removed. Check the
level only when the engine is cold.

The coolant level should be between the
MAX and MIN indicators. If persistent
coolant loss is noticed, have a Jaguar
Dealer investigate the cause immediately.

Caution: Running the engine without
coolant will cause serious engine
damage.

Topping up

WARNING:

Never remove the filler cap when the
engine is hot - escaping steam or
scalding water could cause serious
personal injury.

WARNING:

Avoid spilling antifreeze onto a hot
engine - a fire may result.

WARNING:

Unscrew the filler cap slowly, allowing
the pressure to escape before
removing completely.

WARNING:

Do not allow anti-freeze to make
contact with skin or eyes. If this
happens, rinse the affected area
immediately with plenty of water.

Caution: When travelling in territories
where the water supply contains salt,
always ensure you carry a supply of
fresh (rain or distilled) water. Topping
up with salt water will cause serious
engine damage.

Caution: Anti-freeze will damage
paintwork. Avoid spillage.

Top up with a mixture of 50% water and
50% antifreeze until the coolant is
between the MAX and MIN indicators
inside the header tank. Use anti-freeze to
specification WSS M97B44, coloured
orange, Extended Life Coolant. This
50/50% mixture gives frost protection for
temperatures down to –40°C (–40°F).

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Do not mix any other antifreeze with that
specified; inferior quality antifreeze may
be ineffective in maintaining adequate
frost and corrosion protection to the
cooling system.

Refit the filler cap and hand-tighten
securely until the ratchet operates.

Engine antifreeze

WARNING:

Antifreeze is poisonous and can be
fatal if swallowed - keep containers
sealed and out of the reach of children.
If accidental consumption is
suspected, seek medical attention
immediately.

WARNING:

If the fluid comes into contact with the
skin or eyes, rinse immediately with
plenty of water.

Caution: The use of non-approved
antifreeze will have an adverse effect
on the engine cooling system and
therefore engine durability.

Caution: Antifreeze will damage
painted surfaces; soak up any spillage
with an absorbent cloth immediately
and wash the area with a mixture of car
shampoo and water.

When used at the correct concentration,
antifreeze not only protects the engine
from frost damage in winter, it also
provides all year round protection against
internal corrosion.

The coolant solution may remain in the
cooling system for five years or
250,000 km (156,000 miles) after which
the system should be drained, flushed
and refilled.

Battery

244

Battery

BATTERY WARNING SYMBOLS

There is a label on the battery (see
illustration above) depicting a number of
warning signs. The warning signs are as
follows:

1. No smoking, no naked flames, no

sparks (Red).

2. Shield eyes (Blue).

3. Keep away from children (Red).

4. Explosive gas (Yellow).

5. Note operating instructions (Blue).

6. Battery acid (Yellow).

BATTERY CARE

A low maintenance battery specifically
designed for use with this vehicle is fitted
below the luggage compartment floor.

In hot climates more frequent checks of
the battery electrolyte level are required. If
necessary, the battery cells can be
topped up with distilled water.

WARNING:

Do not allow the battery electrolyte
(fluid) come into contact with your skin
or eyes. It is both corrosive and toxic,
and the resulting injuries can be
severe. If any electrolyte does come
into contact with your skin or eyes,
immediately rinse the affected area
with clean, cold water. Immediate
medical advice will be required.

WARNING:

If battery electrolyte comes into
contact with your skin and/or clothes
you should remove the affected
clothing and flush the skin with
copious amounts of water. Seek
medical assistance immediately.

WARNING:

If battery electrolyte comes into
contact with your eyes, flush with
copious amounts of clean cold water.
Seek medical assistance immediately,
and continue to flush with water.

WARNING:

If swallowed, battery electrolyte can be
fatal. If electrolyte is swallowed seek
medical assistance immediately.

WARNING:

Do not connect any 12 volt equipment
directly to the battery terminals. Doing
so may cause a spark, which can result
in an explosion.

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