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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Jaguar Vanden Plas AUTOMOBILES

Jaguar -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> In-Car Temperature Sensor, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Jaguar Vanden Plas 4.0 L6 GAS

  • Open glove compartment, then remove access panel at rear of compartment.
  • Disconnect sensor electrical connect...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Jaguar Vanden Plas AUTOMOBILES

Anti-lock Brakes -> System Service -> ABS Control Module -> Accumulator -> Actuation Unit -> Brake System Bleed -> Component Replacement -> Fluid Intake Hose -> Motor & Pump Unit -> XJS, XJ6 & XJ12 & 1995-97 XJR
Vehicle: 1997 Jaguar Vanden Plas 4.0 L6 GAS

Brake System Bleed

Bleeding the ABS system is not a routine maintenance operation and is only required when part of the system has been disconnected or the fluid is contaminated.

During the bleeding procedure, it is important that the level of fluid in the reservoir is maintained at approximately .0787 inch below the bottom of the filler neck. Motor/pump unit cannot charge accumulator if air and not fluid, is standing on low pressure side of pump.

If motor/pump unit, fluid intake hose or hydraulic unit of ABS system has been removed or disconnected, bleed as described under "Fluid In... "

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Jaguar Vanden Plas AUTOMOBILES

Jaguar -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1995-97 XJ6 & XJ12 -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 1997 Jaguar Vanden Plas 4.0 L6 GAS

Normal Service

Replace every 60,...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Jaguar Vanden Plas AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Jaguar Vanden Plas 4.0 L6 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle on a four post lift.
  • Remove front muffler and attached exhaust pipes.
  • Match mark the front driveshaft coupling to transmission drive flange.
  • Unbolt the driveshaft from the transmission.
  • Remove nuts and bolts connecting flexible coupling to differential drive flange. Under no circumstances must ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Jaguar Vanden Plas AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Jaguar Vanden Plas 4.0 L6 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove link arm pivot bolt and swing alternator toward engine.
  • Remove link arm and trunnion assembly from water pump, then the pivot bolt.
  • Disconnect alternat...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Jaguar Vanden Plas AUTOMOBILES

Jaguar -> Check Engine Lamp -> 1995-2009
Vehicle: 1997 Jaguar Vanden Plas 4.0 L6 GAS

The Check Engine warning lamp is used to warn of a system fault. It will be lit during engine start-up, but should go out when the self-diagnostic system determines that the system is functioning properly. I...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Jaguar Vanden Plas AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Jaguar Vanden Plas 4.0 L6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery.
  • Raise front of vehicle and support it on two axle stands.
  • Drain coolant from radiator into a suitable container.
  • Disconnect header tank hose from radiator.
  • Remove transmission cooler pipe securing clip.
  • Release lower transmission cooler pipe securing nut, disconnect pipe from radiator and remove `O' ring seal.
  • Repeat for upper transmission cooler pipe.
  • Fit plugs to transmission cooler pipes and radiator.
  • Disconnect cooling fan temperature switch connector.
  • Working from below: disconnect bottom hose fro...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Jaguar Vanden Plas AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Jaguar Vanden Plas 4.0 L6 GAS

  • Install suitable spanner wrench tool, on belt tensioner pulley center bolt.
  • Turn tool counterclo...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1997 Jaguar Vanden Plas AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1997 Jaguar Vanden Plas cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Main Wiring Harness Connector Locations Diagram for 1997 Jaguar Vanden Plas  4.0 L6 GASMain Wiring Harness Connector Locations Diagram for 1997 Jaguar Vanden Plas 4.0 L6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Washer Fluid Level Sensor
  • Ignition Switch
  • Coolant Level Sensor
  • Brake Fluid Level Sensor
  • Coolant Temperature Sensor
  • SRS Component Locations Diagram for 1997 Jaguar Vanden Plas  4.0 L6 GASSRS Component Locations Diagram for 1997 Jaguar Vanden Plas 4.0 L6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Driver Side Air Bag Module
  • Diagnostic Module
  • Passenger Side Air Bag Module
  • LH Impact Sensor
  • RH Impact Sensor
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1997 Jaguar Vanden Plas AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1997 Jaguar Vanden Plas cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1997 Jaguar Vanden Plas  4.0 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram1997 Jaguar Vanden Plas 4.0 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Inertia Switch
  • Ignition Switch
  • 1997 Jaguar Vanden Plas  4.0 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram1997 Jaguar Vanden Plas 4.0 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Brake Switch
  • Keylock Solenoid
  • Gearshift Interlock Relay
  • Gearshift Interlock Solenoid
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1997 Jaguar Vanden Plas AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1997 Jaguar Vanden Plas cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: REMOVAL OF SEIZED OXYGEN (O2) SENSORS - REVISED
    Vehicle: 1997 Jaguar Vanden Plas 4.0 L6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Emission Controls, Vacuum Hoses
  • Electronic Devices, Computers, PROMS, Sensors
  • Document: RECALL T493 - 1995 MY RECALL R493 - 1996-97 MY - AJ16 EGR SYSTEM - REPLACE PROMS AND EGR VALVE - REVISED
    Vehicle: 1997 Jaguar Vanden Plas 4.0 L6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Emission Controls, Vacuum Hoses
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1997 Jaguar Vanden Plas AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1997 Jaguar Vanden Plas cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 1997 Jaguar Vanden Plas cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 1997 Jaguar Vanden Plas cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 1997 Jaguar Vanden Plas cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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