2003 Jaguar S-Type Service and Repair Manual

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2003 Jaguar S-Type 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 Sedan 4-Door
  • Sport Sedan 4-Door
  • R Sedan 4-Door

Engines covered

  • 4.2L 4196CC 256Cu. In. V8 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
  • 3.0L 2968CC 181Cu. In. V6 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
  • 4.2L 4196CC 256Cu. In. V8 GAS DOHC Supercharged

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

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Vehicle Safety Data

2003 Jaguar S-Type Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #04V48400014/10/2004Component: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 135, "PASSENGER CAR BRAKE SYSTEM." THE BRAKE FLUID MASTER CYLINDER RESERVOIR IS RECESSED AN

Consequence

THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH THE STANDARD.

Remedy

OWNERS WILL BE SENT LETTERS WHICH WILL INCLUDE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND LABELS CONTAINING THE R

NHTSA #04V02400008/01/2004Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS, WITH THE FORWARD DRIVE GEAR SELECTED AND THE VEHICLE STATIONARY OR IN A FORWARD MOTION, THE GEARBOX COULD POTENTIALLY SELECT REVERS

Consequence

THIS FAILURE COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 1, 2004. OWNERS

NHTSA #04V48800007/10/2004Component: PARKING BRAKE

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE ELECTRONIC PARK BRAKE MODULE, WHICH CONTROLS THE APPLICATION OF THE PARKING BRAKE, MAY UNINTENTIONALLY APPLY THE PARKING BRAKE WITHOUT ANY INDICATION OR WARNING TO T

Consequence

THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO DECELERATE AND MAY CAUSE REAR WHEEL "LOCKUP" AT ANY ROAD SPE

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ELECTRONIC PARK BRAKE MODULE WITH THE LATEST PRODUCTION LEVER PARTS. THE RE

TSB #10227618

Diagnostic Concerns.

TSB #10226587

warning lights and messages in the instrument pack

TSB #10226608

Vehicle Communication Device fails to communicate

TSB #10212837

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TSB #10212838

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TSB #10212844

Attachment.

TSB #10212839

ZF Transmission ? Error message during reprogramming

TSB #10212840

Unable to access SDD after installation of DVD131.04.

Showing the 8 most recent of 95 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20080718Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported3 injured

2003 JAGUAR S TYPE, FRONT END COLLISION AT 25 MPH. BOTH FRONT FENDERS AND HOOD DAMAGED SEVERELY. THE VEHICLE IS TOTALED BY THE INSURANCE COMPANY. *TR

20130628Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported2 injured

I WAS PARKED AT A RED LIGHT AND HIT HEAD ON BY ANOTHER VEHICLE THAT HAD TO BE AT LEAST TRAVELING MORE 50 MPH AND THE AIR BAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY ON EITHER THE DRIVER AND THE PASSENGER SIDE. *TR

20130531Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROLCrash reported2 injured

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 JAGUAR S-TYPE. THE CONTACT WAS BRAKING FOR A TRAFFIC STOP WHEN THE ENGINE RPMS INCREASED AND THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED AS THE CONTACT WAS STI

20060612Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROLCrash reported1 injured

I APPLIED BRAKE & MADE RIGHT TURN INTO PARKING SPACE. I THEN APPLIED MORE PRESSURE TO BRAKE TO STOP CAR. CAR DID NOT STOP, BUT CONTINUED TO MOVE FORWARD AS IF I HAD NOT APPLIED MORE PRESSURE TO BRAKE

20050405Component: STEERING:COLUMNCrash reported1 injured

WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH REAR BRAKES LOCKED, AND THE BRAKE LIGHT ON THE DASHBOARD ILLUMINATED AND BEGAN FLASHING. THE DRIVER HAD DIFFICULTY STEERING THE VEHICLE. IT WENT INTO A SPIN ,CA

Showing the 5 most serious of 151 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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