Target Audience:
Premium mid-size luxury sedan buyers; owners and DIY technicians who want factory-documented operating and care procedures
Competitive Advantage:
Blends classic Jaguar styling with a rear-drive platform, available 4.2L V8 power and a well-sorted automatic transmission
Key Features:
All-aluminum 4.2L V8 option, available touchscreen navigation, premium audio, and traditional Jaguar interior appointments
Coverage Areas:
Owner operation, controls, driving, care and scheduled maintenance for the 2004 S-Type
Page Count:
Test Manual - 100 pages
Manual Type:
Owners Manual (factory-issued owner's handbook)
Delivery Method:
Instant digital download
Binding:
Digital (electronic PDF, no physical binding)
Instrumentation and Controls:
Gauges, warning lamps, switchgear and instrument panel operation
Starting and Driving:
Engine start procedures, automatic transmission operation, parking brake
Climate Control:
Automatic climate control system operation and settings
Audio and Infotainment:
Audio system operation, controls and settings
Seats and Restraints:
Seat adjustment, memory seats, seat belts, child restraint guidance
Security and Locking:
Remote key fob, central locking, alarm and immobilizer operation
Exterior Features:
Exterior mirrors, lighting, wipers and washers, windows, sunroof
Driving Aids:
Cruise control, parking aid sensors, traction control information
Emergency Procedures:
Jump starting, tire change, towing, roadside hazard procedures
Fuse and Bulb Data:
Fuse box locations, ratings and bulb replacement specifications
Tires and Wheels:
Tire pressures, sizes, rotation and spare tire information
Fluids and Capacities:
Approved fluids, fill points and general capacity guidance
Scheduled Maintenance:
Service intervals and owner-performed checks
Vehicle Care:
Washing, cleaning, corrosion protection and storage advice
Specifications:
Key dimensions, weights and technical data tables
Technical Depth:
Owner-level operation and care; not a workshop repair manual
Parts Information:
OEM part references limited to owner-replaceable items such as bulbs, fuses, wiper blades and tires
Format Note:
Searchable PDF with instant download after purchase
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Primary Engine:
4.2L naturally aspirated V8 (AJ-V8)
Alternative Engine:
3.0L V6 (AJ-V6)
Performance (V8):
Approximately 300 hp (S-Type 4.2)
Performance (V6):
Approximately 240 hp (S-Type 3.0)
Fuel System:
Sequential multi-port electronic fuel injection
Fuel Requirement:
Premium unleaded gasoline recommended
Engine Type:
Naturally aspirated gasoline, rear-wheel drive
Standard Transmission:
6-speed automatic (ZF 6HP26) on 4.2L models
Optional Transmission:
Automatic transmission standard across the range; no manual offered
Features:
Sequential (manual) shift mode, adaptive shift strategy
Drive Layout:
Rear-wheel drive
Shifter:
Floor-mounted automatic shifter with J-gate style gate pattern
Service:
Fluid checks and service per scheduled maintenance intervals
Wheelbase:
Approximately 2,909 mm (114.5 in)
Length:
Approximately 4,905 mm (193.1 in)
Body Style:
4-door sedan, 5-passenger
Curb Weight:
Approximately 1,640-1,720 kg (3,615-3,790 lb) depending on engine
Exact Figures:
Refer to specifications section in the manual
Crash Test Ratings:
Refer to official NHTSA/IIHS results for the 2004 S-Type
Airbags:
Dual front airbags, front side airbags and side curtain airbags
Restraints:
Front seat belt pretensioners and load limiters
Active Safety:
ABS, traction control, electronic brake-force distribution
Stability Control:
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
Driver Assistance:
Front and rear parking aid sensors
Infotainment and Assistance
Audio System:
Premium Jaguar audio system with CD player and cassette/radio depending on trim
Navigation:
Available touchscreen DVD navigation system
Driver Assistance:
Cruise control and parking aid sensors
Convenience:
Automatic climate control, trip computer, rain-sensing wipers on some trims
Connectivity:
N/A - no modern smartphone integration for this model year
Service Intervals and Fluids
Service Intervals:
Scheduled service per the maintenance chart in the manual (oil and filter typically every 10,000 miles or 12 months under normal conditions)
Engine Oil:
Jaguar-approved engine oil meeting the specification listed in the manual
Coolant:
Jaguar-approved long-life coolant; do not mix types
Brake Fluid:
DOT 4 brake fluid
Transmission Fluid:
ZF-approved ATF for the 6-speed automatic
Known Issues:
Owners should watch suspension bushings and parking brake adjust; follow factory service schedules
Common Wear Items:
Brake pads, wiper blades, tires, bulbs, air and cabin filters
Manufacturer:
Jaguar Cars, owned by Ford Motor Company during this era
Model Evolution:
The S-Type launched for model year 1999 as a retro-styled mid-size luxury sedan and was updated in 2002/2004 with revised styling and the 6-speed automatic
Production Location:
Castle Bromwich, Birmingham, United Kingdom
Production Run:
1999-2008 model years
