🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Jaguar Model: Mark 1, Mark 2, 240, 340 Production Years Covered: 1956-1969 Codes Model Codes Mark 1: XK140-based chassis, often referred to as 'XK150 Chassis' in development Model Codes Mark 2: JDN (Right Hand Drive), JDS (Left Hand Drive) Model Codes 240: J62/J63 (Right Hand Drive/Left Hand Drive), 2.4 Litre Model Codes 340: J64/J65 (Right Hand Drive/Left Hand Drive), 3.4 Litre 👋 Introduction Market Position Positioning: Essential technical resource for owners and restorers of classic Jaguar saloons, offering factory-accurate information for DIY maintenance and repair. Competitive Analysis Value Proposition: Saves time and money by enabling owners to perform maintenance and repairs themselves, fostering a deeper understanding and connection with their vehicle. Key Features Ease Of Use: Features easy-to-read text sections and high-quality diagrams for clear instruction. Completeness: Provides a complete informational book covering all essential aspects of vehicle maintenance and repair. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Primary Coverage: Comprehensive service, repair, and parts information for 1956-1969 Jaguar Mark 1, Mark 2, 240, and 340 models. Scope: Covers mechanical systems, bodywork, electrical systems, and auxiliary components. Page Count Estimated Page Count: Varies by specific manual edition, typically hundreds of pages for comprehensive coverage. Manual Type Type: Service Repair Workshop Manual / Parts Manuals Language Language: English Format Format: PDF 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine: Detailed information on XK series engines (2.4L, 3.4L, 3.8L), including disassembly, assembly, tuning, and troubleshooting. Fuel System: Carburetters (e.g., SU HD6, Zenith-Stromberg), fuel pumps, fuel lines, and tank servicing. Cooling System: Radiator, water pump, thermostat, hoses, and cooling fan maintenance and repair. Clutch: Single dry plate clutch inspection, adjustment, and replacement procedures. Transmission: Manual gearbox (Moss, Jaguar D-Type 'Constant Mesh' patterns), and Laycock de Normanville Overdrive unit servicing. Propeller Shafts: U/J bearings, shafts, and universal joint replacement. Rear Axle: Differential, half-shafts, and bearing inspection and overhaul. Steering: Worm and roller steering box, kingpins, track rods, and associated components. Suspension: Front independent suspension (wishbones, coil springs, telescopic dampers), rear semi-elliptic leaf springs, and Panhard rod. Brakes: Girling hydraulic disc brakes (front and rear), brake master cylinder, wheel cylinders, brake lines, and shoe adjustment (where applicable on early models). Wheels Tyres: Wire wheels (Dunlop), hub assembly, wheel bearing maintenance, and recommended tyre sizes. Body Exhaust: Body panel repair, door mechanisms, window winding, chassis lubrication, and exhaust system layout. Heating Washers: Smiths Heater unit, windscreen washer system operation and servicing. Electrical Instruments: Lucas electrical components, dynamo/alternator charging system, starter motor, ignition system, lighting, wiring diagrams, and instrument cluster diagnostics. Procedures Included Maintenance: Routine servicing, lubrication schedules, tune-ups, fluid changes, and filter replacements. Repair: Detailed step-by-step repair procedures for all major mechanical and electrical components. Troubleshooting: Diagnostic guides for identifying and rectifying common faults and problems. Rebuilds: Comprehensive instructions for engine, gearbox, and differential overhauls. Technical Depth Depth: Factory-level technical detail, suitable for experienced mechanics and dedicated enthusiasts undertaking complete restorations and repairs. Diagrams: Includes high-quality, detailed diagrams and exploded views for component identification and assembly. Specifications: Provides critical torque settings, clearances, timings, and fluid specifications. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format Format: PDF Compatibility: Compatible with all versions of Windows and Mac. Software Requirements: Adobe PDF Reader and WinZip (for potential archive extraction). Print Quality Printability: All pages are printable. Binding Type Binding: Digital (PDF format), no physical binding. Paper Type Paper Type: Not applicable (digital format). ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Types: Jaguar XK Inline-6 (2.4 Litre, 3.4 Litre, 3.8 Litre) Performance Horsepower 2.4L: Approx. 112-120 bhp (depending on tuning and year) Horsepower 3.4L: Approx. 180-210 bhp (depending on tuning and year) Horsepower 3.8L: Approx. 220-230 bhp (as fitted to later Mark 2 variants) Torque 3.4L: Approx. 200-225 lb-ft Fuel System Carburettor Types: Primarily twin SU HD6, later models might use Zenith-Stromberg CD-series. Fuel Type: Leaded gasoline (original specification), suitable for unleaded with additives or hardened valve seats. Engine Block Material Material: Cast Iron Cylinder Head Material Material: Light Alloy (Aluminum) Valvetrain Type: Dual Overhead Camshaft (DOHC) 🔧 Transmission Standard Manual Gearbox: Moss 4-speed manual (column or floor shift) with optional Laycock de Normanville overdrive. Optional Automatic Gearbox: Optional Borg-Warner DG series 3-speed automatic transmission. Features Overdrive Operation: Engaged electrically via a switch, effectively providing a 5th gear. Fluid Specifications Manual Gearbox Oil: EP 90 Gear Oil (e.g., Castrol EPX 90, Mobilube HD 80W-90) Automatic Transmission Fluid: Borg-Warner Type 3 or Dexron II (check specific vehicle manual for definitive recommendation) 📐 Dimensions Exterior Wheelbase Mark 2: 107 inches (2718 mm) Overall Length Mark 2: Approx. 180 inches (4572 mm) Overall Width Mark 2: Approx. 66 inches (1676 mm) Weights Gross Vehicle Weight Mark 2: Approx. 3400-3700 lbs (1542-1678 kg) 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Crash Testing: No formal crash safety ratings available as per modern standards during this era. Active Features Brakes: Four-wheel Girling disc brakes standard on most models from the Mark 2...