1989 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
- Base Coupe 2-Door
- Collection Rouge Coupe 2-Door
Engines covered
- 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
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
IF THIS OCCURS THE OCCUPANTS OF THE VEHICLE CANNOT USETHE SAFETY BELTS, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJUR
JAGUAR WILL REPAIR THE PASSIVE BELT SYSTEM IF THIS PROBLEM OCCURS OR HAS OCCURRED. JAGUAR WILL NOTIF
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CONVERTABLE SOFT TOP REPLACING OUTER COVER. *EH
MOTORIZED AUTOMATIC DIAGONAL SEAT BELTS LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY FAULT DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM OPERATION. *EH
Showing the 8 most recent of 13 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.
THIS FORM SUCKS! I CAN'T MANAGE TO GET ANYTHING TO FIT! I GUESS I'LL JUST HAVE TO FORGET ABOUT IT.
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VEHICLE FIRE DUE TO CATALYTIC CONVERTER OVERHEATING. *AK
FUEL LEAK FROM FUEL INJECTOR RAIL, CAUSING FIRE. *AK
TL * THE CONTACT OWNS A 1989 JAGUAR XJS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RESTRAINT SYSTEM HAD BECOME INOPERABLE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 93V179000 (SEAT BELTS) AND C
Showing the 5 most serious of 17 complaints filed with NHTSA.
