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7-2 Maintenance
General precautions against damage
• When working in the engine
compartment protect the exterior
paintwork by using suitable covers
over the wings and scuttle.
• To prevent soiling the interior, carry
out jobs requiring access to the
passenger or luggage compartments
first. If a job involves access to the
interior in the course of other work,
prevent the transfer of oil and grease
to the interior by using seat and
carpet covers and wearing clean
overalls and gloves. If protective seat
covers have been used they must be
removed before the vehicle is driven
on the public highway to ensure that,
if needed, the side airbags can
properly deploy.
• Always use a recommended service
tool, where specified.
• Avoid spilling hydraulic fluid or
battery acid on paintwork. Wash off
with water immediately if this occurs.
Battery/ignition isolator switches
Non-approved battery isolator switches,
which disconnect the power supply to all
electrical circuits, are not recommended.
Used Engine Oil
!
WARNING:
Prolonged and repeated contact may
cause serious skin disorders,
including dermatitis and cancer.
Always use a hand cream to protect the
skin from oil contamination. Avoid
contact with the skin as far as possible
and wash thoroughly after any contact.
Keep oils out of reach of children.
PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT: It is
illegal to pollute drains, watercourses and
soil. Use authorised waste collection
facilities, including civic amenity sites and
garages providing facilities for the
disposal of used oil, oil filters and
batteries. If in doubt, contact your Local
Authority for advice on disposal.
Engine and throttle settings
Do not attempt to make adjustments to
the engine or throttle settings. Many
vehicle systems are controlled by
complex electronic devices and require
specialist knowledge. Such work should
be entrusted to a Jaguar Dealer.
Hydraulic fluid
The brake hydraulic fluid in the master
cylinder and brake operating system uses
non-mineral polyglycol based brake fluid
with a minimum standard of JAGUAR
SUPER DOT 4. ONLY FLUID OF THIS
TYPE AND STANDARD MAY BE USED.
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WARNING:
Contamination of the brake system
fluid by as little as 1 per cent will
cause rapid deterioration of the
system seals. Ensure that the brake
fluid reservoir cap is securely fitted.