The Jaguar XK120 1948-1954 Workshop Service Manual is a comprehensive resource for repairing and maintaining your classic Jaguar. This detailed manual provides step-by-step instructions, illustrations, exploded diagrams, and detailed information on every aspect of the vehicle, from bumper to bumper. It includes comprehensive explanations of all installation, removal, disassembly, assembly, repair, and check procedures presented in sequential order. This manual offers the most detailed, step-by-step procedures, explanations, and pictorial diagrams you will ever see for a Jaguar XK120. It covers all service and repair instructions, including adjustment and repair operations, referencing service tool numbers and associated illustrations for each tool. Where tool usage is not obvious, the manual shows the tool in use. The manual also provides wear limits for each component, relevant data, useful assembly details, and torque charts for specific tightening torques. All information, illustrations, and specifications in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication. The manual includes specifications, maintenance information, component details, and diagnostic information where necessary. This manual is intended for mechanics and DIY individuals as a handy, easy-to-read reference book. It is designed to help even novice technicians provide satisfactory after-sales service, disassemble, and maintain the vehicle. To ensure the safe, reliable operation of your Jaguar XK120 and your personal safety, follow the appropriate service methods and correct repair procedures outlined in this manual. The manual also includes a periodic maintenance chart to help you maximize the life of your Jaguar XK120 by following the recommended maintenance schedule.

The Jaguar XK120, launched in 1948, was a groundbreaking sports car that catapulted Jaguar into the international spotlight. It was the brainchild of William Lyons, the company's visionary designer, who envisioned a sleek, powerful machine capable of challenging the established European sports car marques. The XK120's name itself reflected its performance potential, signifying a top speed exceeding 120 mph, a feat unheard of for a production car at the time. The car's aerodynamically sculpted body, designed by Malcolm Sayer, was a marvel of engineering, featuring a low-slung profile, a distinctive teardrop-shaped canopy, and a wraparound windshield. Under the hood, a newly developed 3.4-liter XK straight-six engine, boasting a remarkable power-to-weight ratio, propelled the XK120 to new heights of performance. This engine, with its advanced design and innovative features like a hemispherical combustion chamber and a twin-SU carburetor setup, became synonymous with Jaguar's sporting heritage. The XK120's impact extended beyond its impressive performance. Its striking aesthetics, with its flowing lines and purposeful stance, made it a sensation at its debut at the 1948 London Motor Show. It captured the imagination of the public and quickly garnered a reputation as a symbol of elegance, power, and prestige. The XK120's influence was felt in subsequent Jaguar models, with its design philosophy and engine technology shaping the future of the brand. The car's success laid the groundwork for a legacy of iconic sports cars that continues to this day. The Jaguar XK120, with its groundbreaking performance, captivating design, and enduring legacy, remains a cherished classic and a testament to Jaguar's enduring spirit of innovation and performance.