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 XJ6 BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 4.2L Eng | 8.40 QTS. | 7.94 L | Borg-Warner Auto Transmission Model 66 - Type G (M2C 33G) | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | 4.2L Eng | 1.60 QTS. | 1.51 L | Powr-Lok: Brands of fluid specially formulated for Powr-Lok. Normal Diff.: MIL-L-2105B. | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 4.2L Eng | 19.20 QTS. | 18.16 L | 55% Concentrate - Recommended Anti-freeze: Jaguar Part No. ZVW 244101. (Plain water MUST NOT be used) | S | ||
| Engine Oil | 4.2L Eng | 7.50 QTS. | 7.09 L | SAE 5W-20/30 (Below 14Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (-4Deg.F to 50Deg.F), 10W-40/50, 15W-50, 20W-40/50 (14Deg.F & Above). Use a well-known brand of oil to B.L.S.O. OL.02 or MIL-L-2104B or A.P.I. SE quality. | S | ||
| Fuel Tank | 4.2L Eng | 11.80 GALS. | 44.66 L | Left Hand & Right Hand | 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.
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