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Jaguar S-Type 1999-2007
Overview
The Jaguar S-Type, produced from 1999 to 2007, is a mid-size luxury sedan that aims to combine classic Jaguar design elements with modern features and performance. Its exterior design featured distinctive styling cues reminiscent of the iconic Jaguar Mark 2, including a rounded nose, prominent grille, and elegant curves. Inside, the S-Type showcased a lavish cabin with wood trim, leather upholstery, and high-quality materials, providing passengers with a comfortable and upscale environment.
Under the hood, the S-Type offered various engine options, including V6 and V8 powerplants, providing a range of performance levels to suit different preferences. It featured rear-wheel drive and an advanced suspension system for a balanced and composed ride. The S-Type was also equipped with innovative features, such as an optional adaptive cruise control system, rain-sensing wipers, and other advanced technologies. Overall, the Jaguar S-Type from 1999 to 2007 represented Jaguar's attempt to blend its rich heritage with modern luxury and technology, making it a distinctive choice in the mid-sized luxury sedan segment.
Specifications
Jaguar S-Type specification, engine oil capacity, spark plug gap, safety rating, fuel consumption, transmission, and light bulb sizes.
Engine 3.0L 6-Cylinder DOHC
- Recommended oil viscosity: 5W-30
- Oil certification: API
- Drain Plug Torque: 18 ft-lbs
- Oil capacity: 6.9 quarts
Spark Plug Gap
- 3.0L 6-Cylinder: 0.050”
Engine 4.2L 8-Cylinder DOHC
- Recommended oil viscosity: 5W-30
- Oil certification: API
- Drain Plug Torque: 18 ft-lbs
- Oil capacity: 7.0 quarts
Spark Plug Gap
- 4.2L 8-Cylinder: 0.040”
Fuel
- Capacity:
- Total tank capacity: 18.4 US Gallons (69.7 liters)
- Indicated refIll capacity – E to F on fuel gauge: 17.0 US Gallons (64.3 liters)
- Unindicated (reserve) capacity: 1.4 US Gallons(5.3 liters)
Brake fluid
- Type: Jaguar Super DOT 4 (ESA–M6C25–A)
Coolant
- Type: WSS M97B44, colored orange, Extended Life Coolant.
- Capacity: 6.35 qt (10.0 L)
Windscreen/Headlight Washer Reservoir
- Type: Jaguar Windscreen Washer Fluid
- Capacity:
- Without headlight power wash: 4.0 qt ( 3.8 L)
- With headlight power wash: 6.95 qt ( 6.6 L)
Powertrain
Engine
- petrol
- 2.5 V6
- 3.0 V6
- 4.0 V8
- 4.2 V8
- 4.2 S V8
- diesel
- 2.7 V6
Transmission
- 5-speed Getrag 221 manual (2.5 & 3.0 V6)
- 6-speed ZF S6-53 manual (2.7 D)
- 5-speed Ford 5R55E automatic (Phase 1)
- 6-speed ZF 6HP26 J-Gate automatic (Phase 2 & 3)
Fuel Consumption


Warning Lights & Bulb Sizes
Front Lights
- LED Driving Lights & Fog Lights: FDC-MB1
- Front Fog Light Bulb: H11-55W
- Front Sidemarker Light Bulb: 2825
- Front Turn Signal Light Bulb:
- 3157-SCK
- 3457AK
- High Beam Headlight Bulb:
- 9005
- H1-55W
- Low Beam Headlight Bulb:
- H7-55W
- HID-D2S
Rear Lights
- Back Up Light Bulb: 7506
- Brake Light Bulb: 7225
- Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb: LED
- License Plate Light Bulb: 2825
- Parking Light Bulb:
- 3157-SCK
- 3457AK
- Rear Sidemarker Light Bulb: 2825
- Rear Turn Signal Light Bulb: 12496
- Tail Light Bulb: 5007
Interior Lights
- Courtesy Light Bulb: 2825
- Dome Light Bulb: 6411
- Glove Box Light Bulb: 2825
- Interior Door Light Bulb: 6418
- Map Light Bulb: 2825
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