🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

Jaguar

Model:

XKR

Year:

2000

Chassis Code:

X100

👋 Introduction

Segment:

Luxury Grand Tourer

Usp:

Supercharged V8 performance, elegant styling, refined ride

Competitors:

Porsche 911, BMW 8 Series, Mercedes-Benz SL-Class

Features Of Vehicle:

Supercharged V8 engine, adaptive suspension, leather interior, premium audio

Value Proposition:

Affordable entry into the luxury performance GT segment, distinctive British style

📋 Manual Details

Primary Coverage:

2000 Jaguar XKR

Scope:

Comprehensive Service and Repair

Estimated Pages:

1500+

Type:

Software-based Service and Repair Manual

Language:

English

Format:

Online Access (Web Browser)

Access Duration:

1 Year (with discounts for extensions)

📖 Manual Coverage

Powertrain:

Engine (AJ27 Supercharged V8), Transmission (ZF 5HP24 automatic)

Chassis:

Suspension (front/rear, adaptive damping), Steering (power-assisted rack and pinion), Brakes (ABS, traction control)

Electrical:

Wiring diagrams, ECU diagnostics, Lighting, Instrumentation, Audio system

Body And Interior:

Body panels, Doors, Seats, Climate control (HVAC), Safety systems (airbags)

Maintenance:

Scheduled maintenance, fluid changes, filter replacements, spark plug replacement

Diagnostics:

Troubleshooting guides, DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Code) interpretation, fault finding

Repair:

Engine component repair/replacement, transmission service, brake caliper/rotor replacement, suspension linkage replacement, electrical component repair

Component Rebuild:

Detailed procedures for engine and transmission rebuilds

Depth:

Factory-level diagnostic and repair information, including torque specifications, electrical schematics, and component removal/installation sequences

📊 Manual Specifications

File Type:

Proprietary Web-Based Software

Quality:

High-resolution, clear diagrams and text

Binding:

N/A (Online Access)

Paper Quality:

N/A (Online Access)

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Engine Code:

AJ27 (or similar variant)

Engine Type:

4.0L Supercharged V8

Displacement:

3996 cc

Bore X Stroke:

86 mm x 86 mm

Compression Ratio:

9.0:1

Valvetrain:

DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder

Horsepower:

370 hp @ 6100 rpm

Torque:

387 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm

Fuel Delivery:

Sequential Multi-Port Fuel Injection (MPI) with Eaton Supercharger

Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded Gasoline (91+ Octane)

🔧 Transmission

Type:

ZF 5HP24 5-speed Automatic

Availability:

N/A (Only automatic offered for XKR)

Features:

Adaptive shift control, Sport mode

Fluid Type:

ZF Lifeguardfluid 5 (or equivalent like Texaco ETL-7045E)

📐 Dimensions

Length:

193.7 inches (4920 mm)

Width:

71.2 inches (1808 mm)

Height:

52.1 inches (1323 mm)

Wheelbase:

102.4 inches (2600 mm)

Front Track:

60.4 inches (1534 mm)

Rear Track:

60.7 inches (1541 mm)

Curb Weight:

3,860 lbs (1751 kg)

Gross Weight Rating:

4,740 lbs (2150 kg)

🛡️ Safety Features

NHTSA Front Impact:

Not rated (typical for era)

IIHS Side Impact:

Not rated (typical for era)

ABS:

Standard

Traction Control:

Standard (TCS)

Electronic Stability Control:

Not standard on all models, may be integrated with TCS

Airbags:

Driver and front passenger airbags, side-impact airbags (optional)

Seatbelts:

3-point inertia-reel seatbelts with pretensioners

💡 Technology Features

Head Unit:

Jaguar Alpine CD player with premium audio system (optional premium sound).

Navigation:

Optional GPS navigation system with CD-ROM based maps.

Cruise Control:

Standard

Parking Sensors:

Optional rear parking assist.

Connectivity Features:

Limited by modern standards; typically only analog systems like phone integration (if optioned).

🔧 Maintenance

Oil Change:

Every 7,500-10,000 miles or annually, whichever comes first.

Major Service:

Refer to manual; typically includes spark plugs, transmission fluid, coolant, differential fluid at 60,000-100,000 mile intervals.

Engine Oil:

API SJ/SL, SAE 5W-30 or 10W-40 (refer to manual for specific viscosity based on climate); capacity approx. 8.3 US quarts (7.9 liters) with filter.

Coolant:

Jaguar recommended Ethylene Glycol based coolant, 50/50 mix with distilled water. (e.g., Ford Premium Engine Coolant)

Brake Fluid:

DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid.

Common Issues:

Timing chain tensioners (early AJV8 engines), Nikasil cylinder liners (pre-2000 models, less common on supercharged), supercharger coupling wear, water pump leaks, minor electrical gremlins, adaptive suspension component failure.

Maintenance Recommendations:

Regularly inspect and replace supercharger drive belt, ensure cooling system is in top condition, monitor transmission fluid condition.

📚 Vehicle History

Heritage:

Jaguar Cars is a British manufacturer of luxury sports cars and grand tourers, known for performance, elegance, and racing pedigree.

Generation:

X100 platform (1996-2006)

Xkr Introduction:

Introduced in 1998 as a higher-performance variant of the XK8.

Year Specific Updates:

The 2000 model year saw minor refinements and potentially updated ECU programming for the supercharged V8.

Manufacturing Location:

Coventry, England

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Awards:

While specific awards for the 2000 model are not widely publicized, the XK8/XKR platform was generally praised for its styling and performance in its class during the late 1990s and early 2000s.