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.
2012 Jaguar XJ BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 3.70 OZS. | 0.1 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.54 LBS. | 0.69 KG | For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge type and amount, see "Air conditioner specification label". | S | |||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | Shell DOT4 ESL is preferred | If unavailable, a low viscosity brake fluid that meets ISO 4925 specs may be used. | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | Normally Aspirated | Dry fill | 11.10 QTS. | 10.5 L | 50% mixture antifreeze of water and spec WSS M97B44 (colored orange) Extended Life Coolant | S | |
| Engine Coolant | Normally Aspirated | Service fill | 8.50 QTS. | 8.04 L | 50% mixture antifreeze of water and spec WSS M97B44 (colored orange) Extended Life Coolant | S | |
| Engine Oil | w/Filter | 7.65 QTS. | 7.23 L | Castrol SLK Professional OE SAE 5W-20 meeting Specification: WSS M2C925-A | In an emergency, if the oil is unavailable, the engine can be topped-up using a maximum of 2 US pints of 5W-20 oil meeting spec ILSACGF-4 API SM. | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 21.10 GALS. | 79.87 L | Includes: a reserve of 1.1 gal. | S | |||
| Power Steering Fluid | N/A | N/A | MOBIL ATF320 PAS Fluid | S | |||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | 5.80 QTS. | 5.48 L | Windshield Wash with frost protection | Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. | 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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