Key Rivals 1998:
BMW 7 Series (E38), Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W140/W220), Lexus LS (XF20)
Design Philosophy:
Classic Jaguar styling, refined ride quality, powerful V8 engine
Powertrain:
Smooth and powerful Jaguar AJ26 4.0L V8 engine.
Suspension:
Independent suspension with adaptive damping (optional CATS system).
Primary:
Vehicle Service, Repair, and Maintenance
Estimated:
Extensive (likely 1500+ pages considering file size potential)
Primary:
Workshop Manual / Service Manual / Repair Manual / Technical Manual
Delivery:
Digital Download (PDF, potentially within ZIP/RAR archive)
Powertrain:
Engine, Fuel System, Exhaust System, Transmission, Transmission Management
Chassis:
Body, Front & Rear Suspension, Brakes, Steering System
Electrical Electronics:
Electrical/Electronic Systems, Cruise Control, Switchgear
Comfort Safety:
Air Conditioning System, Heating System, Security System, Seatbelt, Airbag, SRS System
Interior Features:
Seats, Trim, Dashboard, Climate Control System
Wheels Tires:
Wheel specifications, tire pressure recommendations, alignment procedures.
Diagnostics:
Engine Diagnostics, Troubleshooting Procedures
Maintenance:
Preventative Maintenance, Routine Servicing
Repair:
Step-by-step Repair Instructions for all covered systems
Bodywork:
Panel removal/installation, body repair basics, glass replacement
Electrical Diagnostics:
Wiring diagrams, circuit testing, component diagnosis for various electronic systems.
Restoration:
Detailed information applicable for restoration projects.
Level:
Comprehensive, Professional Technician Level
Primary:
PDF (Portable Document Format)
Compression:
Potentially ZIP or RAR archived for large file sizes
Searchability:
PDF format generally allows for text searching of keywords (if OCR processed).
Usability:
Printable on any computer with a printer
Digital:
N/A (Digital Product)
Digital:
N/A (Digital Product)
Length Est:
Approx. 199.7 inches (5072 mm)
Width Est:
Approx. 73.1 inches (1857 mm)
Height Est:
Approx. 53.7 inches (1364 mm)
Curb Weight Est:
Approx. 3,800 - 4,000 lbs (1724 - 1814 kg)
NHTSA Front Impact Est:
Likely 4-star (based on typical safety of luxury sedans of this era)
Braking:
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)
Airbags:
Driver and Front Passenger Airbags, Side Airbags (potentially optional)
Restraints:
Pre-tensioned Seatbelts
Head Unit:
Factory fitted AM/FM stereo with CD player (optional Nakamichi premium sound system).
Navigation:
Optional factory satellite navigation system.
Cruise Control:
Standard electronically controlled cruise control.
Traction Control:
Traction Control System (TCS) and/or Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) depending on specific market and options.
Phone:
Optional integrated cellular phone system in some markets.
Oil Change Mileage:
Typically 5,000 - 7,500 miles or 12 months (refer to manual for precise Jaguar recommendation)
Transmission Fluid Change Mileage:
Often recommended around 60,000 miles, but can vary; consult manual.
Engine Oil Type:
Refer to manual for specific viscosity (e.g., 5W-30 or 10W-40 synthetic blend)
Coolant Type:
Jaguar specified coolant (likely OAT or HOAT type)
Transmission Fluid Type:
Mobil ATF LT 71141 (for ZF 5HP24 transmission)
Engine:
Timing chain tensioners (especially early plastic guides), Nikasil bore liners (on early 4.0L engines, though less common on 1998 models compared to earlier AJ26), oil leaks from cam cover gaskets.
Transmission:
Mechatronic unit issues, potential for 'limp home mode' due to electronic faults.
Suspension:
Front upper wishbone bushings, rear spring isolators, potential for DSC/ABS module failures affecting suspension.
Electrical:
Corrosion in wiring harnesses (especially connectors), tailgate lock actuators, heater control valve failures.
Cooling System:
Plastic thermostat housing cracking, water pump leaks.
