🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

Jaguar

Model:

XK

Year:

2000

Internal Code:

X100

Body Style Codes:

XK8 Coupe, XK8 Convertible

👋 Introduction

Segment:

Luxury Grand Tourer

Positioning:

Stylish and powerful coupe/convertible positioned against competitors like the Porsche 911 and Mercedes-Benz SL.

Key Competitors:

Porsche 911 (996), Mercedes-Benz SL (R129), BMW 8 Series (E31)

Design:

Elegant, flowing lines inspired by the E-Type; classic Jaguar proportions.

Powertrain:

Naturally aspirated V8 engine offering smooth power delivery and refined performance.

Interior:

Premium leather, wood trim, and comfortable seating for a luxurious grand touring experience.

📋 Manual Details

Primary Coverage:

Vehicle Care and Maintenance

Secondary Coverage:

Basic Troubleshooting, Scheduled Servicing

Estimated Pages:

150-200

Type:

Owner's Handbook / Vehicle Care Guide

Language:

English

Format:

Printed Booklet

📖 Manual Coverage

Engine Maintenance:

Fluid checks, oil filter replacement, air filter replacement, spark plug replacement guidelines

Transmission Care:

Fluid level checks, recommended service intervals

Braking System:

Brake fluid checks, pad wear inspection guidance

Electrical System:

Fuse box location and identification, basic bulb replacement

Cooling System:

Coolant level checks, coolant type recommendations

Suspension Steering:

Visual inspection points for wear

Body Interior:

Care and cleaning recommendations

Scheduled Maintenance:

Recommended service intervals for oil changes, fluid flushes, filter replacements

Tire Maintenance:

Tire pressure recommendations, rotation advice

Wiper Blade Replacement:

Guidance on replacing windshield wiper blades

Battery Care:

Terminal cleaning, battery check recommendations

Seasonal Checks:

Advice on preparing the vehicle for different weather conditions

Fluid Checks:

Step-by-step guidance for checking all essential fluids

Depth:

Owner-level maintenance and care, basic troubleshooting; does not cover complex mechanical repairs or diagnostics.

📊 Manual Specifications

Type:

Printed

Quality:

Standard OEM print quality

Binding:

Stapled or glued spine

Paper Type:

Durable paper stock suitable for automotive environments

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Engine Code:

AJ-V8

Displacement:

3962 cc (4.0 Liters)

Configuration:

90-degree V8

Bore X Stroke:

86 mm x 86 mm

Valvetrain:

DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder

Horsepower:

290 bhp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

374 lb-ft @ 4250 rpm

Injection:

Sequential Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPI)

Fuel Type:

Unleaded Premium (91 Octane Minimum)

Compression Ratio:

10.0:1

🔧 Transmission

Type:

5-Speed Automatic

Transmission Model:

Mercedes-Benz 5G-TRONIC (722.6)

Type:

N/A for 2000 model year

Modes:

Sport and Comfort modes

📐 Dimensions

Length:

4821 mm (189.8 in)

Width:

1776 mm (69.9 in)

Height:

1305 mm (51.4 in)

Wheelbase:

2592 mm (102.0 in)

Front Track:

1501 mm (59.1 in)

Rear Track:

1506 mm (59.3 in)

Front Headroom:

38.0 in

Front Legroom:

42.8 in

Trunk Volume Coupe:

8.4 cu ft

Curb Weight Coupe:

3792 lbs (1720 kg)

Curb Weight Convertible:

4012 lbs (1820 kg)

🛡️ Safety Features

NHTSA Front Impact:

Not extensively rated by NHTSA for this era, but generally considered robust.

ABS:

Standard Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Traction Control:

Standard Traction Control System (TCS)

Airbags:

Driver and front passenger airbags

Rollover Protection:

Active rollover protection system for Convertible model

Seatbelts:

Three-point seatbelts with pretensioners

💡 Technology Features

Audio System:

Premium Alpine audio system with cassette player and CD changer option.

Navigation:

Optional GPS navigation system with early touchscreen interface.

Cruise Control:

Standard electronic cruise control.

Phone Integration:

Early Bluetooth or hands-free phone options were rare, often aftermarket.

🔧 Maintenance

Oil Change Interval:

Every 10,000 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first (using synthetic oil).

Air Filter Replacement:

Every 30,000 miles or 24 months.

Spark Plug Replacement:

Every 100,000 miles (long-life platinum or iridium plugs recommended).

Transmission Fluid Change:

Every 60,000 miles or 48 months (for Mercedes 5G-TRONIC).

Engine Oil Type:

Synthetic SAE 5W-30 API SJ or higher (e.g., Jaguar-spec or equivalent).

Engine Oil Capacity:

7.8 Liters (8.2 US Quarts)

Coolant Type:

Jaguar Longlife Coolant (Ethylene Glycol based) or equivalent.

Brake Fluid Type:

DOT 3 or DOT 4.

Transmission Fluid Type:

MB 236.14 or MB 236.12 (for Mercedes 722.6 transmission).

Coil On Plug:

Early AJ-V8 engines can suffer from ignition coil failure, leading to misfires.

Timing Chain Tensioners:

A known issue on early AJ-V8 engines (pre-2002) is the plastic timing chain tensioners degrading, which can lead to catastrophic engine failure if not addressed.

Nikasil Liners:

Very early AJ-V8 engines (up to approximately 1999) used Nikasil cylinder liners, which could be susceptible to damage from high sulfur fuels. Later models used aluminum liners with a plasma coating.

Dampened Pulley:

The crankshaft harmonic balancer (dampened pulley) can degrade over time, causing vibrations and potential belt slippage.

📚 Vehicle History

Heritage:

Jaguar Cars has a long history of producing elegant, sporting, and luxurious vehicles dating back to 1922.

Predecessor:

Jaguar XJS

Introduction Year:

1996

Design Philosophy:

A return to classic Jaguar styling, inspired by the iconic E-Type.

Production Period:

1996-2006

Manufacturing Location:

Coventry, England

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Automotive Press:

Praised by automotive press for its styling, comfortable ride, and V8 performance, though sometimes criticized for interior materials compared to German rivals.