Target Audience:
Jaguar XF owners (basic mechanical skills) and independent automotive service professionals.
Advantage:
Provides dealer-level repair and diagnostic information, enabling cost savings on maintenance and repairs.
Content Quality:
Accurate, clear, concise text with diagrams and illustrations for easy comprehension and safe execution of procedures.
Specificity:
Vehicle-specific, not generic information, identical to manuals used by dealership technicians.
Completeness:
Complete and intact, with no missing or corrupt parts or pages.
Primary Coverage:
Comprehensive service, repair, maintenance, diagnostics, and troubleshooting
Estimated Page Count:
Exact page count not specified, but described as comprehensive, implying a substantial volume covering all listed topics.
Type:
Workshop Manual / Service Repair Manual
Engine Mechanical:
Yes, includes repair and diagnosis of engine components.
Engine Electrical:
Yes, covers engine wiring, sensors, actuators, and ignition systems.
Emission Control:
Yes, details emission systems and diagnostic procedures.
Fuel System:
Yes, including fuel pumps, injectors, and fuel delivery diagnostics.
Clutch System:
Yes, for manual transmission variants.
Manual Transaxle:
Yes, covering repair and maintenance.
Automatic Transaxle:
Yes, including repair, diagnostics, and fluid specifications.
Driveshaft Axle:
Yes, detailing front and rear drive components.
Suspension:
Yes, covering front and rear suspension systems, alignment, and component replacement.
Steering:
Yes, including power steering systems and steering rack diagnosis.
Restraint System:
Yes, covering airbags, seatbelts, and associated SRS components.
Brake System:
Yes, including hydraulic systems, ABS, and component replacement.
Body Interior Exterior:
Yes, covering body panel repair, trim, and interior components.
Body Electrical:
Yes, covering lighting, power accessories, and body control modules.
HVAC:
Yes, detailing heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.
Maintenance:
Yes, step-by-step instructions for routine maintenance.
Repair:
Yes, detailed repair procedures for all major systems.
Troubleshooting:
Yes, diagnostic charts and procedures for identifying and resolving issues.
Wiring Schematics:
Yes, includes wiring diagrams for various vehicle systems.
Depth:
Comprehensive, covering procedures equivalent to authorized dealer service departments, suitable for professional mechanics and informed DIY owners.
Engine Options 2008 2009:
Typically included 4.2L V8 (naturally aspirated and supercharged) and 3.0L V6 (naturally aspirated and supercharged) variants, depending on market and trim.
Typical V8 Naturally Aspirated Hp:
Approximately 300-320 hp
Typical V8 Supercharged Hp:
Approximately 420 hp
Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded Gasoline
Transmission Type Early Models:
Typically a 6-speed ZF automatic transmission (e.g., 6HP26) was standard on most models.
Manual Transmission Availability:
Manual transmissions were available on some V6 variants in certain markets, though less common.
Automatic Transmission Features:
Features like Jaguar Sequential Shift (steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters) were common.
Wheelbase Xf X250:
Approx. 116.1 inches (2950 mm)
Overall Length Xf X250:
Approx. 195.7 inches (4970 mm)
Curb Weight Range:
Varies by engine and specification, typically ranging from approximately 3,700 to over 4,200 lbs (1680 to 1900+ kg).
NHTSA Or IIHS Ratings:
Specific ratings for 2008-2009 models would need to be consulted from official databases. Early XF models generally performed well in crash tests.
Standard Active Safety:
ABS, Traction Control, Stability Control (e.g., DSC - Dynamic Stability Control).
Standard Passive Safety:
Multiple airbags (front, side, curtain), pre-tensioned seatbelts.
Infotainment System:
Touchscreen-based Jaguar Premium Sound or Bowers & Wilkins audio systems were available, with navigation and Bluetooth connectivity.
Driver Assistance Features:
Available features could include adaptive cruise control, front and rear parking sensors, rearview camera, blind-spot monitoring (depending on trim and options).
Connectivity Options:
Bluetooth for hands-free calling and audio streaming, USB/iPod integration.
Oil Change Interval Typical:
Typically 10,000 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first (requires synthetic oil).
Major Service Points:
Refer to manual for specific intervals for spark plug replacement, coolant flush, brake fluid service, and transmission fluid/filter changes (often sealed for life, but manual may provide service recommendations).
Engine Oil Specification:
Refer to manual for specific SAE viscosity grade and API/ACEA specifications (e.g., Castrol EDGE Professional A5 5W-30 is often recommended for Jaguar).
Coolant Specification:
Jaguar Premium Coolant (blue or green concentrate, check manual for exact type and dilution ratio).
Brake Fluid Specification:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid (refer to manual for precise specification).
Transmission Fluid Automatic:
Specific ZF lifeguard fluid or equivalent, consult manual for exact type and capacity (e.g., ZF LifeguardFluid 6).
Common Wear Items:
Suspension bushings, brake components, and occasionally water pump or thermostat issues on higher mileage vehicles. Specific issues detailed in manual.
Brand Philosophy:
Jaguar has a long history of producing luxury and performance-oriented vehicles with a focus on elegant design and driving dynamics.
Xf X250 Introduction:
The XF (X250) replaced the S-Type and marked a significant departure in styling and technology for Jaguar, launching in 2007 for the 2008 model year.
Manufacturing Location:
Castle Bromwich Assembly, Birmingham, England.
