1987 Jaguar XJS Service and Repair Manual

Regular price $29.99 USD
Covers all 1987 XJS trims — Base Convertible 2-Door, C Convertible 2-Door, Base Coupe 2-Door ·
Digital format
Any device
Yours forever
Money-back
4.7 · Trusted by 14,000+ mechanics & DIYers
1987 Jaguar XJS Service and Repair Manual preview page 1
1987 Jaguar XJS Service and Repair Manual preview page 2
1987 Jaguar XJS Service and Repair Manual preview page 3
1987 Jaguar XJS Service and Repair Manual preview page 4
1987 Jaguar XJS Service and Repair Manual preview page 5
End of Preview

Unlock the Full Manual

Complete repair procedures
Wiring diagrams & schematics
Torque specifications
Full search & bookmarks
$29.99
Scroll to view more pages
Buy 2+ Manuals, Save 20% Discount applied automatically at checkout
20% OFF

1987 Jaguar XJS service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

Built for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you troubleshoot accurately, follow step-by-step repair procedures, and use wiring diagrams and system sections to diagnose problems faster.

What’s included

  • Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
  • Specifications and reference data (where provided)
  • Electrical coverage with wiring diagrams
  • Coverage across key systems: engine, transmission, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and more

Trims covered

  • Base Convertible 2-Door
  • C Convertible 2-Door
  • Base Coupe 2-Door

Engines covered

  • 5.3L 5343CC V12 GAS Naturally Aspirated
  • 5.3L 5343CC V12 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated

Index / Table of contents

  • Body
  • Brakes
  • Chassis Electrical
  • Driveline
  • Engine Cooling
  • Engine Electrical
  • Engine Mechanical
  • Engine Performance & Emission Controls
  • Fuel System
  • General Information & Identification
  • Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
  • Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
  • Steering
  • Suspension
  • Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
  • Wiring Diagrams
NHTSA #89V16800011/10/1989Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL

EXCESSIVE FUEL VAPOR PRESSURE CAN OCCUR.

Consequence

THIS CREATES FUEL ODORS AND AFTER PROLONGED CYCLINGCOULD CAUSE WEAKENING OF THE FUEL TANK STRUCTURE,

Remedy

INSTALL REVISED PURGE SYSTEM COMPONENTS.

NHTSA #87V14200009/09/1987Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

SEALS OF LOWER FUEL TANK GAUGE COULD FAIL CAUSING GAS TO LEAK INTO LOWER FUEL TANK CAVITY AND POSSIBLY INTO PASSENGER COMPARTMENT.

Consequence

IGNITION OF GAS VAPORS WHICH MIGHT BE PRESENT COULDCAUSE A FIRE OR EXPLOSION.

Remedy

REPLACE LOWER FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY TO UPGRADE FUEL SYSTEM TO CURRENT SPECIFICATIONS.

NHTSA #87V02500003/03/1987Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: REAR COMPARTMENT/TRUNK

ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESS MAY HAVE BEEN INCORRECTLY INSTALLED AND COULD CAUSE A SHORT CIRCUIT.

Consequence

SHORT CIRCUIT COULD RESULT IN A ELECTRICAL FIRE.

Remedy

REROUTE HARNESS; IF CHAFED OR DAMAGED CONDITION WILL BE CORRECTED.

NHTSA #93V17900001/11/1993Component: SEAT BELTS

THE NORMAL LOCKUP FUNCTION OF THE AUTOMATIC (PASSIVE) BELT REEL CAN CAUSE THE BELT MOTOR WINCH ASSEMBLY TO LOCKUP SUCH THAT THE PASSIVE BELT SYSTEM WILL NOT DEPLOY/FUNCTION OR GETS STUCK AT VARIOUS PO

Consequence

IF THIS OCCURS THE OCCUPANTS OF THE VEHICLE CANNOT USETHE SAFETY BELTS, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJUR

Remedy

JAGUAR WILL REPAIR THE PASSIVE BELT SYSTEM IF THIS PROBLEM OCCURS OR HAS OCCURRED. JAGUAR WILL NOTIF

TSB #10212837

Image.

TSB #10212857

Mongoose Update.

TSB #10212838

Image.

TSB #10212843

Attachment.

TSB #10212844

Attachment.

TSB #10212845

Attachment.

20120417Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1987 JAGUAR XJS. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE, AN ABNORMAL POP WAS HEARD FROM THE FUEL TANK. THE CONTACT OPENED THE FUEL PUMP VALVE AND GASOLINE BEGAN LEAKING FR

Other Years of the Jaguar XJS

More Jaguar Models