Positioning:
Iconic British sports car, considered one of the most beautiful cars ever made, high performance and luxury GT.
Competitors:
Ferrari 250 GTO/GTB, Aston Martin DB5, Chevrolet Corvette (C2).
Features:
Stunning aerodynamic body, powerful 3.8-liter inline-six engine, independent suspension, disc brakes on all four wheels, monocoque construction.
Coverage:
Comprehensive repair and service for Jaguar 3.8 E-Type, covering all aspects from front to back.
Body Styles:
Applicable to Roadster, Coupe, and 2+2 variants of the 3.8 E-Type Series 1.
Pages:
Likely extensive; typical factory service manuals for this era and complexity are often 500+ pages. Specific count not provided in product info.
Type:
Service and Repair Manual
Language:
English (presumed, based on product description language)
Format:
Likely printed, or digital (PDF) - product description doesn't specify the format of the manual *sent* but implies tangible information.
Engine:
Overhaul, rebuilding, troubleshooting, diagnostics, engine performance tuning, timing belt service procedures, firing orders.
Transmission:
Removal and installation, in-car servicing, procedures and specifications.
Suspension:
Complete coverage, procedures, and specifications.
Brakes:
Braking system servicing procedures, complete torque specifications.
Electrical:
Complete wiring diagrams, diagnostic trouble tree charts (likely including electrical systems).
Chassis And Body:
Front end and alignment procedures and specifications, U-joint and CV-joint service procedures.
Cooling And Air Conditioning:
Air conditioning service and capacities.
Fuel System:
Implied through engine overhaul and performance sections.
Lubrication:
Implied through engine overhaul and servicing sections, including oil capacities and types.
Exhaust System:
Implied through engine and chassis service.
Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting and diagnostics, computer diagnostic trouble tree charts.
Maintenance:
Safety and easily servicing your car, routine maintenance procedures (implied).
Repair:
All necessary instructions for all repairs, step-by-step explanations.
Rebuilding:
Engine overhaul and rebuilding.
Alignment:
Front end and alignment procedures and specifications.
Carburetor Adjustment:
Included in engine performance and troubleshooting sections.
Valve Adjustment:
Included in engine overhaul and tune-up procedures.
Depth:
Detailed illustrations, depth illustrations, technical information for 100% condition, basic mechanical knowledge sufficient.
Specifications Detail:
Detailed specifications, complete torque specifications, vacuum diagrams.
Format Details:
Not specified in product description (e.g., PDF, scanned pages).
Quality:
Professional quality; used by garages, containing illustrations and diagrams.
Binding:
Not specified in product description (likely bound if printed).
Paper:
Not specified in product description (typically high-quality paper for service manuals).
Type:
DOHC (Double Overhead Camshaft) Inline 6-cylinder
Displacement:
3781 cc (230.8 cubic inches)
Bore X Stroke:
87 mm x 104.8 mm (3.43 in x 4.13 in)
Horsepower:
Approx. 265 bhp (198 kW) at 5500 rpm (gross)
Torque:
Approx. 260 lb-ft (353 Nm) at 4000 rpm (gross)
Carburetion:
Triple SU HD8 Carburetors
Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded Gasoline
Type:
Coil and Distributor
Length:
Approx. 156.5 inches (3975 mm) for Coupe/Roadster
Width:
Approx. 63 inches (1600 mm)
Height:
Approx. 48 inches (1219 mm) for Coupe/Roadster
Wheelbase:
96 inches (2438 mm)
Ground Clearance:
Approx. 5 inches (127 mm)
Curb Weight:
Approx. 2600-2800 lbs (1180-1270 kg)
Crash Testing:
N/A for the era; modern safety standards were not applied during original design. Emphasis on driver control.
Brakes:
Disc brakes on all four wheels (Dunlop System).
Steering:
Recirculating ball steering.
Seatbelts:
Optional or not standard on early models, dependent on market.
Oil Change:
Typically every 3,000 miles or 6 months; consult manual for exact specifications.
Tune Up:
Annually or every 6,000 miles; includes spark plugs, distributor points, carb adjustments.
Engine Oil:
API SF/CD rated multi-viscosity oil, typically SAE 20W-50 (consult manual for precise specification).
Coolant:
Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze mixture. Capacity approx. 16 pints (7.5 litres).
Brake Fluid:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid (consult manual).
Transmission Fluid:
GL-4 rated gear oil for manual gearbox (e.g., SAE 80W-90); automatic transmission fluid (ATF) for optional automatic (if applicable, though not for 3.8 GT).
Rust And Corrosion:
Common in sills, wheel arches, floor pans due to age and construction. Monocoque design requires structural integrity.
Engine Performance:
Carburetor tuning and synchronization, potential issues with valve guides and oil seals on high-mileage engines.
Electrical Systems:
Age-related deterioration of wiring insulation and connections.
Cooling System:
Radiator efficiency, water pump condition, hose integrity.
Suspension And Steering:
Wear in bushings, kingpins, steering rack components.
Heritage:
Jaguar Cars, renowned for luxury sports cars and racing pedigree (Le Mans wins).
Evolution:
The E-Type (XKE) was introduced in 1961. The 3.8-litre was the initial iteration, followed by the 4.2-litre and then the Series 2 and 3 models.
Production Years:
3.8 Litre: 1961-1968 (Series 1)
Manufacturing Location:
Coventry, England
