Transmission Fluid Level Check (G1868293): Check

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Jaguar XF, 2014 Jaguar XF, and 2013 Jaguar XF. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING:

Observe due care when draining, as the fluid can be very hot.
Observe due care when working near a hot exhaust system.

NOTE: Some variation in the illustrations may occur, but the essential information is always correct.

- The following steps must be observed before starting the transmission fluid level check.
- The vehicle must be on a horizontal ramp.
- Make sure that the electric park brake (EPB) is applied.
- Make sure the transmission control switch (TCS) is in the Park (P) position.
NOTE: Using Jaguar approved diagnostic equipment, make sure the transmission temperature is between 30°C (86°F) and 50°C (122°F) before starting the fluid level check.
- Connect Jaguar approved diagnostic equipment to the vehicle.
- Start the engine and allow to idle.
- Switch off the air conditioning (A/C) system and other electrical components.
- Make sure that the transmission is not in the default mode, if this is the case, stop and correct the cause first and then restart the fluid level check.
CAUTION: Make sure the hydraulic control system is filled with oil.
- Apply and hold the brake pedal.
- Select reverse gear and wait for 10 seconds.
- Select drive, then manual 1st gear and wait for 10 seconds.
- Select 2nd gear and wait for 10 seconds.
- Select Park (P) on the TCS.
NOTE: Make sure the torque converter is completely filled with oil.
- Raise the engine speed to 2000 rpm and hold for 30 seconds. Then return to idle speed.
NOTE: After completing the preparation, proceed to the actual transmission fluid level check.
- If the transmission oil temperature is lower than 30°C (86° F). Allow the transmission to warm up above 30°C (86°F) with the engine idling in the P position, then proceed with the transmission fluid level check.
- If the transmission oil temperature is above 50°C (122°F), switch off the engine and allow the transmission to cool down, then restart the fluid level check.
CAUTION: Only continue with the fluid level check if the transmission temperature is between 30°C (86°C) 50°C (122°).
- Start the engine, if not already idling.
- Maintain the engine idle speed.
WARNING: Make sure to support the vehicle with axle stands.

Raise and support the vehicle.
Refer to: Air Deflector (Front End Body Panels, Removal and Installation).
- Remove the oil filler plug, do not discard.
- If fluid flows out, proceed to Step 12.
- If fluid does not flow out, proceed to Step 11.
- Special Tool(s): 307-452
- Fill oil through the overflow hole until the level inside is high enough that oil starts to trickle back out of the same hole.
  Refer to the Specifications charts.
- Allow the transmission fluid to drain from the oil filler hole until the flow almost stops to a trickle.
NOTE: Install the original oil filler plug.
- Using the special tool, install the original oil filler plug.
- Special Tool(s): 307-452
CAUTION: Make sure the transmission fluid fill plug is tightened to the correct specification. Failure to follow this instruction may result in damage to the transmission.
- To make sure the transmission fill plug is torqued to the correct specification. Using the special tool and torque wrench the following calculation steps must be followed.
- Step 1. Multiply 35 Nm by the effective length of the torque wrench (1).
- Step 2. Add the effective length of the special tool (2) to the effective length of the torque wrench (1).
- Step 3. Divide the total of step 2 by the total of step 3.
- Step 4. Set the torque wrench to the figure arrived at in step 4.
- Tighten the transmission fluid fill plug to the torque given by the calculation.
- Remove the special tool.
- Special Tool(s): 307-452
CAUTION: Clean the area around the filler plug, wipe away any excess fluid.

Remove the container.
Refer to: Air Deflector (Front End Body Panels, Removal and Installation).
Lower the vehicle.
Disconnect the diagnostic tool.