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Transmission Fluid Filling

  1. Remove the fluid level/filler plug.
    Fig 1: Removing & Installing Fluid/Level Plug
    G00378305Courtesy of JAGUAR CARS, INC.
  2. Using a syringe dedicated to transmission fluid only (not used for any other type of oil or fluids), inject transmission fluid until it overflows from the plug orifice.
      CAUTION: It is essential that only the specified fluid is used.
    • Wait until the flow of fluid has reduced to a trickle.
  3. Fit, but do not tighten the plug. See Fig 1.
  4. Prepare Jaguar Portable Diagnostic Unit (PDU) at the base station.
    1. Install the appropriate disk and switch ON.
    2. Select the vehicle specification - ENTER.
    3. From Engineering Tools select Toolbox - ENTER.
    4. From Toolbox select Powertrain - ENTER.
    5. Connect MPA and download cable to PDU and base station.
    6. Select Datalogger - ENTER.
    7. Select Transmission - ENTER.
    8. Disconnect download cable.
    9. Connect MPA to PDU.
  5. Connect PDU (at the vehicle).
    1. Connect MPA cable to the vehicle diagnostic socket - ENTER.
    2. Energize the vehicle ignition - ENTER.
    3. From the menu select Transmission oil temperature (TOT) - ENTER.
    4. Check that the fluid temperature is <30°C.
  6. From above.
    7. NOTE: Ensure that the TCM is connected and functioning correctly.
    Fig 2: Engine Running Conditions
    G00378306Courtesy of JAGUAR CARS, INC.
  7. Select Park and start the engine.
  8. Cycle the gear selector.
    • From P to D.
    • From D to R.
    • From R to P.
    Fig 3: Identifying Transmission Filling Gear Selector Cycle
    G00378307Courtesy of JAGUAR CARS, INC.
  9. From below.
  10. Adjust the transmission fluid level.
    1. Remove the filler/level plug.
    2. Inject fluid until it overflows from the plug orifice.
        CAUTION: The fluid temperature MUST NOT exceed 50°C.
      • Wait for the flow of fluid to reduce to a trickle (for at least 1 minute).
    Fig 4: Adjusting Transmission Fluid Level
    G00378308Courtesy of JAGUAR CARS, INC.
  11. Refit the filler/level plug and tighten to the specified torque figure. See Fig 1.
  12. Check for leaks and remove split fluid.
  13. Shut down and disconnect PDU.
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