2001 Jaguar XJRFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Service Intervals & Specifications

REPLACEMENT INTERVALS

Component Interval (Miles)
Accessory Drive Belt 100,000
Accessory Drive Belt Tension Wear Indicator Inspection (1)
Air Filter
S-Type, XJ8 & XK8 30,000
XJR & XKR 20,000
Automatic Transmission Fluid (2)
Brake Fluid (3)
Engine Coolant (4)
Engine Oil & Filter 10,000
Fuel Filter 60,000
Spark Plugs
S-Type, XJ8 & XK8 100,000
XJR & XKR 60,000
Pollen Filter
S-Type 10,000
XJ8, XK8, XJR & XKR (5)
(1) Every 10,000 miles, inspect accessory drive belt tensioner for an indication of accessory drive belt wear. Replace belt as necessary.
(2) Under normal service, transmission fluid does not require service. Under severe service, change fluid every 30,000 miles.
(3) Replace brake fluid every 2 years regardless of mileage.
(4) Replace engine coolant every 5 years or 150,000 miles.
(5) Replace pollen filter every 3 years.
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