Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1983 Jaguar XJ-SFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 5.3L Eng | 19.80 PTS. | 9.36 L | GM 400 Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON IID | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | 5.3L Eng | 3.20 PTS. | 1.51 L | (from Dry) - Multipurpose Lithium Grease, N.L.C.I. Consistency No.2 | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 5.3L Eng | 42.00 PTS. | 19.87 L | Including Reservoir. 55% Concentrate - Recommended Anti-freeze: Jaguar Part No. ZVW 244101. (Plain water MUST NOT be used) | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 5.3L Eng | With Rear Heater | 42.00 PTS. | 19.87 L | Including Reservoir. 55% Concentrate - Recommended Anti-freeze: Jaguar Part No. ZVW 244101. (Plain water MUST NOT be used) | S | |
| Engine Oil | 5.3L Eng | 23.00 PTS. | 10.88 L | SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 15Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (-10Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-50, 15W-40/50, 20W-40/50 (15Deg.F & Above). Use a well-known brand of oil to B.L.S. OL.2 or MIL-L-2014B or A.P.I. SE quality. | S | ||
| Fuel Tank | 5.3L Eng | 25.00 GALS. | 94.63 L | S | |||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.