Target Audience:
Luxury sedan buyers seeking sporting character with traditional Jaguar styling
Segment:
Mid-size luxury sport sedan
Key Competitors:
BMW 5 Series, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Lexus GS, Audi A6
Styling:
Retro-inspired design recalling the classic 1960s Jaguar Mark 2
Ride and Handling:
Independent rear suspension delivering a compliant yet controlled ride
Interior:
Wood-and-leather cabin with strong fit and finish for the era
Manual Type:
Owners Manual
Coverage Areas:
Operation, controls, maintenance schedules, fluid specifications, emergency procedures
Delivery Method:
Instant digital download
Compatibility:
Any PDF-capable device - computer, tablet, smartphone
Instrument Cluster:
Gauge and warning lamp explanations
Keys and Locking:
Remote key fob operation, central locking, security systems
Alarm and Immobilizer:
Arming, disarming, and troubleshooting procedures
Climate Control:
Automatic climate control system operation
Audio System:
Radio, cassette/CD player, and steering wheel controls
Seat Adjustment:
Power seat, memory function, and lumbar adjustment
Windows and Mirrors:
Power window and mirror operation, anti-trap function
Sunroof:
Operation and safety precautions
Cruise Control:
Setting, adjusting, and canceling cruise speed
Lighting:
Headlamps, fog lamps, interior lighting controls
Starting Procedure:
Correct starting procedure and cold weather operation
Transmission Operation:
J-gate automatic shifter use and driving modes
Parking Aids:
Park distance control operation
Fuel and Refueling:
Fuel type requirements, filler location, fuel cap use
Tires:
Tire pressures, sizes, wheel changing, and spare tire use
Towing:
Towing limits and trailer loading guidance
Load Carrying:
Cargo limits and tie-down points
Maintenance and Servicing
Service Schedules:
Interval-based maintenance charts
Fluid Specifications:
Engine oil, coolant, transmission, and brake fluid capacities and grades
Owner Checks:
Fluid level checks, bulb replacement, wiper replacement, fuse locations
Emergency Procedures:
Jump starting, changing a wheel, hazard warning use
Capacities:
Fuel tank, cooling system, and oil capacity figures
Engine Data:
Engine codes, displacement, and performance data
Dimensions:
Key exterior dimensions and weights
Bulb and Fuse Data:
Bulb wattages and fuse ratings by circuit
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
Base (3.0L):
5-speed automatic transmission
Shifter:
Jaguar J-gate shifter with automatic and manual shift gates
V8 Models:
5-speed automatic transmission with J-gate shifter
Manual Option:
N/A - no manual transmission offered on 2001 S-Type
Shift Modes:
Standard and sport shift programming
Adaptive Shifting:
Electronic adaptive shift strategy responding to driving style
Government Ratings:
N/A - not stated in the owners manual
Front Airbags:
Dual-stage driver and front passenger airbags
Side Airbags:
Seat-mounted side airbags (where equipped)
Seatbelts:
Front pretensioners with load limiters
Structure:
Reinforced safety cell body construction
ABS:
4-wheel anti-lock braking system
Traction Control:
Traction control system with engine intervention
Emergency Braking Assist:
Emergency brake assist
Audio System:
Premium AM/FM stereo with cassette player
Optional Audio:
CD changer and upgraded premium sound system
Steering Controls:
Remote audio controls on steering wheel
Navigation:
N/A - not offered or not covered in this manual
Park Distance Control:
Rear ultrasonic parking sensors with audible warning
Rain-Sensing Wipers:
Where equipped
Auto-Dimming Mirror:
Where equipped
Oil and Filter:
Approximately every 10,000 miles or 12 months (per schedule)
Scheduled Service:
Distance and time-based service chart in the manual
Engine Oil:
Synthetic 5W-30 meeting Jaguar specification
Coolant:
Long-life ethylene glycol coolant (no silicate, no phosphate type)
Transmission Fluid:
Per transmission type - see manual specifications
Known Issues / Common Wear
Chain Tensioners:
Earlier AJ-V6/AJ-V8 engines noted for timing chain tensioner wear - inspect per service bulletins
Suspension Bushings:
Common wear item affecting ride quality
Electrical Batteries:
Weak battery can trigger multiple warning faults - keep battery well maintained
Manufacturer:
Jaguar Cars, owned by Ford Motor Company in 2001
Heritage:
British luxury and sports car maker founded in 1922
Model Introduction:
S-Type introduced for the 2000 model year
Design Basis:
Platform shared with the Lincoln LS, styled after the 1960s Mark 2
2001 Changes:
Minor equipment refinements; 4.0L V8 phased out during the year in favor of the 4.2L V8 for 2002
Assembly Plant:
Castle Bromwich, Birmingham, England