Which is the correct Trans fluid for an XJ6?
If you have an XJ6 your owner’s manual and the shop manual specify “Type G” trans fluid. That’s where the problem begins; “Type G” is a European designation and may be obsolete by now even in Europe. The correct fluid to use is “Type F” or “Type FA”.
Where is the transmission on a Jaguar XJ6?
Transmissions are a four-speed automatic equipped with a lock-up torque converter. The transmission is mounted to the back of the engine, and power is transmitted to the fully independent rear axle through a two-piece propshaft.
How often should you change the fluid in a Jaguar?
If you’re a quart low your transmission will probably tell you about it by giving sluggish shifts and delayed initial engagement. The major consideration in transmission maintenance is changing the fluid. At minimum the fluid should be changed every 30,000 miles but many Jaguar owners prefer to cut that interval in half.
What kind of transmission fluid does a JAG use?
If you prefer a slightly softer shift you may use “Dexron” transmission fluid with no harmful effects; some Jag owners prefer this. Incidentally, the Borg-Warner transmissions used in the 6 cylinder cars (and older V12’s) is nothing exotic, it’s cousins dating back to 1950’s Fords and Ramblers.
Transmissions are a four-speed automatic equipped with a lock-up torque converter. The transmission is mounted to the back of the engine, and power is transmitted to the fully independent rear axle through a two-piece propshaft.
If you’re a quart low your transmission will probably tell you about it by giving sluggish shifts and delayed initial engagement. The major consideration in transmission maintenance is changing the fluid. At minimum the fluid should be changed every 30,000 miles but many Jaguar owners prefer to cut that interval in half.
If you have an XJ6 your owner’s manual and the shop manual specify “Type G” trans fluid. That’s where the problem begins; “Type G” is a European designation and may be obsolete by now even in Europe. The correct fluid to use is “Type F” or “Type FA”.
What kind of engine does a Jaguar XJ6 have?
These models are equipped with dual overhead cam in-line six- cylinder engines. The engines feature a computer-controlled ignition system and electronic fuel injection. Transmissions are a four-speed automatic equipped with a lock-up torque converter.