Model Variant:
XK8 Coupe and Convertible, XKR Supercharged
Production Years Covered:
2003 model year
Body Style:
2-door coupe or 2-door convertible
Vehicle Class:
Grand touring luxury sports car
Target Audience:
Luxury grand touring buyers seeking combining V8 performance with refined comfort
Competitive Advantage:
All-aluminum-influenced design heritage, supercharged XKR option, and classic Jaguar styling at a price below comparable German rivals
Engine:
4.2L AJ-V8, naturally aspirated or supercharged
Transmission:
6-speed ZF automatic with J-Gate shifter
Suspension:
Computer Active Technology Suspension (CATS) on XKR
Interior:
Leather-trimmed cabin with burl walnut veneers
Coverage Areas:
Operation, controls, maintenance, and care of the 2003 Jaguar XK
Page Count:
Test Manual - 100 pages
Manual Type:
Owner's Manual
Delivery Method:
Instant digital download
Binding:
Digital (PDF document)
Compatibility:
Printable on standard paper; viewable on computers, tablets, and smartphones
Instrument Cluster:
Gauge functions, warning lamps, and message center operation
Controls and Features:
Lighting, wipers, climate control, and mirror adjustments
Seats and Restraints:
Power seat operation, seat belt use, and child restraint guidance
Keys and Security:
Remote key fob programming, immobilizer, and alarm system operation
Convertible Top:
Power soft top operation, care, and troubleshooting (convertible models)
Driving Information:
J-Gate shifter use, Sport mode, cruise control, and parking aid system
Fueling and Refueling:
Fuel filler location, fuel requirements, and filler cap care
Scheduled Maintenance:
Service intervals and owner-performed checks
Fluids and Capacities:
Engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, transmission fluid specifications
Tires and Wheels:
Pressure recommendations, tire care, and spare tire use
Battery and Electrical:
Battery access, jump starting, and fuse/relay locations
Cleaning and Appearance:
Exterior, interior, leather, and wood veneer care instructions
Procedures Included:
Owner-level procedures with step-by-step instructions and illustrations
Parts Information:
Genuine Jaguar parts recommendations and part replacement guidance for wear items
Specifications Tables:
Dimensions, capacities, bulb types, and torque references where applicable
Troubleshooting:
Symptom-based guidance for common owner concerns
Emergency Procedures:
Towing, breakdown, and roadside assistance information
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
Engine Type:
4.2L AJ-V8, 32-valve DOHC
Optional Engine:
4.2L supercharged AJ-V8 (XKR)
Displacement:
4.2 liters (4196 cc)
Block / Head Material:
Aluminum alloy block and heads
Horsepower (XK8):
Approximately 294 hp
Torque (XK8):
Approximately 303 lb-ft
Horsepower (XKR):
Approximately 400 hp
Torque (XKR):
Approximately 408 lb-ft
Fuel Delivery:
Sequential multi-port fuel injection
Recommended Fuel:
Premium unleaded, 91 octane or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity:
Approximately 18.5 US gallons
Supercharger (XKR):
Eaton Roots-type supercharger with intercooler
Standard Transmission:
6-speed ZF 6HP26 electronically controlled automatic
Optional Transmission:
None - automatic only for the 2003 model year
Shifter:
J-Gate floor shifter with automatic and manual selection gates
Features:
Adaptive shift strategy, Sport mode, and self-adapting shift quality
Final Drive:
Rear-wheel drive with limited-slip differential available on XKR
NHTSA Crash Test Rating:
N/A - not published for this model at the time of production
Airbags:
Dual front airbags and side airbags
Seat Belts:
Front pretensioners and load limiters
Body Structure:
Steel unibody with front and rear crumple zones
ABS:
4-wheel anti-lock braking system
Traction Control:
Standard traction control system
Security:
Immobilizer and perimeter alarm system
Audio System:
Premium harman/kardon audio system (standard or optional by trim)
Radio:
AM/FM stereo with cassette and CD player
Optional Equipment:
CD autochanger and integrated telephone preparation
Parking Aid:
Rear park distance control with audible warning
Cruise Control:
Standard electronic cruise control
Memory Function:
Driver seat and mirror memory settings
Auto-Dimming Mirror:
Electrochromic rearview mirror with compass on some models
Oil Change Interval:
Approximately every 10,000 miles or 12 months under normal conditions
Service Checks:
Scheduled inspections per Jaguar Service Portfolio schedule
Engine Oil:
Full synthetic 5W-30 meeting Jaguar specification
Coolant:
Jaguar-approved OAT (orange) extended-life coolant
Transmission Fluid:
ZF Lifetime fill fluid; check per service schedule
Known Issues and Common Wear Items
Timing Chain Tensioners:
Earlier AJ-V8 engines had plastic tensioner concerns; 2003 4.2L uses updated metal design
Water Pump:
Inspect for leaks as a common wear item on high-mileage cars
Convertible Top Seals:
Check for wear on convertible models
Suspension Bushings:
CATS system rear shocks and bushings are common replacement items
Manufacturer:
Jaguar Cars, a subsidiary of Ford Motor Company in 2003
Heritage:
XK lineage dating to the iconic 1948 XK120 and E-Type heritage
Generation:
Second-generation XK (X100), introduced 1996
2003 Update:
New 4.2L AJ-V8 replacing the 4.0L, 6-speed ZF automatic replacing the 5-speed
Production Location:
Brown's Lane, Coventry, England