This comprehensive Jaguar X308 Workshop Service Repair Manual covers all models from 1997 to 2003, providing you with everything you need to maintain and repair your vehicle. The manual is written for both the experienced mechanic and the do-it-yourself enthusiast, offering detailed instructions and clear illustrations to guide you through each procedure. Inside, you'll find detailed information on general maintenance, troubleshooting, engine service and repair, transmission service and repair, brake system, wiring diagrams, electrical system, suspension, periodic lubrication, steering, cooling system, fuel injection and fuel system, emission system, heater and air conditioning, engine control system, chassis and body, restraint system, interior, differential and drive, and axle. With hundreds of pages of information, this manual is your ultimate resource for keeping your Jaguar X308 running smoothly. It includes detailed substeps, notes, cautions, and warnings to highlight critical information, numbered instructions to guide you through every repair procedure step-by-step, bold figure numbers to quickly match illustrations with instructions, detailed drawings and photos to make each task clear, enlarged insets to help you identify and examine parts in detail, and a numbered table of contents for easy navigation.

The Jaguar X308, produced from 1997 to 2003, represents a pivotal moment in the British marque's history. It marked the return of the iconic XJ nameplate to its traditional, elegant sedan form after the controversial XJ40 model. The X308, internally known as the XJ Series III, was styled by Ian Callum, a name synonymous with Jaguar's design language. Featuring a more restrained and streamlined approach, the X308 evoked the classic XJ sedans of the 1960s and 1970s while incorporating modern styling cues. The design was praised for its balanced proportions, long hood, and distinctive rear taillights. Under the skin, the X308 offered a mix of traditional and modern engineering. It was built on a modified version of the previous XJ40 platform, but it featured a new, lighter aluminum monocoque chassis. This chassis, combined with advanced suspension components like independent double wishbones at all four corners, provided a refined and comfortable ride, while also offering a level of agility that was uncommon for cars of this size. The engine lineup included a range of powerful, naturally aspirated V8s, from the 3.2-liter unit to the flagship 4.0-liter supercharged engine, the latter offering exhilarating performance. The X308 also introduced a number of technological advancements, including electronic stability control, traction control, and a sophisticated air suspension system. While lauded for its design and performance, the X308 also faced criticism for its expensive maintenance costs and the complexity of its electrical systems. However, its impact on Jaguar's image was undeniable, and it laid the groundwork for the successful X350 and X358 models that followed.