Alignment Specifications Table (SECTION 60, NO. 5)
Publication date: 1996-01-01Reference number: SECTION 60, NO. 5
Supersedes refnos: SECTION 11, NO. 01
ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS TABLE
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
Reference Number(s): SECTION 11, NO. 01, Date of Issue:
January, 1996
Superceded Bulletin(s): SECTION 60, NO. 5
| JAGUAR: | 1988-95 Vehicles (except XJ6 Series III) |
SUSPENSION - ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS
Original Section: 60 - Front Suspension
Reissued Section: 11 - Suspension Systems
Original Bulletin No.: 60-5
Reissued Bulletin No.: 11-01
Date: May, 1995
Revised: January, 1996
NOTE:
This Jaguar bulletin has been reissued with a new bulletin number. See Dealer Memo 05-96, dated May, 1996.
ISSUE
Current alignment specifications for 1988 MY ON Sedan Range vehicles and all XJS Range vehicles.
ACTION
Use the following specifications when performing 4-wheel alignment.
- Sedan Range - 1988-1994 MY Alignment Specifications
- Sedan Range - 1995 MY Alignment Specifications
- XJS Range Alignment Specifications
IMPORTANT:
- Adjust the tire pressures to the "Comfort Settings" found on the vehicle data plate.
- Ensure that the vehicle setting height is within specification.
- Install the correct mid-laden tools. (except on XJR-S and sportspack Coupe vehicles). Adjust to setting height as necessary (Sedan Range, front).
- When measuring caster, start the engine and use the vehicle steering wheel to turn the road wheels to the left and right. DO NOT START THE ENGINE unless the ride leveling system has been disabled.
- Center and lock the steering rack with the correct centering pin to measure and adjust toe.
- Record the "before" and "after" tire pressures and alignment data on the repair order.
SEDAN RANGE - ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS 1988 - 1994 MY
NOTE:
Install the correct mid-laden tools. Adjust the front suspension tools to the correct setting height.
VEHICLE SETTING HEIGHT-SEDAN (3.6L & 4.0L) RANGE VIN 506664-708757
VEHICLE SETTING HEIGHT
| --- | Dimension | Measurement Position |
|---|---|---|
| FRONT | 6.00 in +/-0.2 in | Bottom of the front sub frame to the alignment equipment wheel plates |
| REAR | 6.30 in +/-0.2 in | Rear edge of the wishbone to the alignment equipment wheel plates |
VEHICLE SETTING HEIGHT-XJ12 SEDAN RANGE UP TO VIN 708757
VEHICLE SETTING HEIGHT
| --- | Dimension | Measurement Position |
|---|---|---|
| FRONT | 5.63 in +/-0.2 in | Bottom of the front sub frame to the alignment equipment wheel plates |
| REAR | 6.30 in +/-0.2 in | Rear edge of the wishbone to the alignment equipment wheel plates |
VEHICLE ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS-SEDAN RANGE VIN 506664-708757
VEHICLE ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS
| Sedan Range 1988-94 MY VIN 506664-708757 | Front | Rear |
|---|---|---|
| CASTER ANGLE (degrees) | +2.0° to +7.0° | Not applicable |
| CAMBER (degrees) | +0.4° to -1.0° | -1.15° to -0.35° |
| TOTAL TOE (degrees) | +0.25° to -0.08° | 0° +/- 0.8° through VIN 696458 +0.58° to -0.08° From VIN 696459 |
| TOTAL TOE (inches) with 15 in wheels | +0.065 in to -0.022 in | 0.0 in +/- 0.023 in Through VIN 696458 +0.153 in to -0.022 in From VIN 696459 |
| TOTAL TOE (inches) with 16 in wheels | +0.070 in to -0.023 in | 0.0 in +/- 0.023 in Through VIN 696458 +0.163 in to -0.023 in From VIN 696459 |
NOTE:
Rear toe is not adjustable up to VIN 696459.
SEDAN RANGE - ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS 1995 MY
NOTE:
Install the correct mid-laden tools. Adjust the front suspension to the correct setting height.
VEHICLE SETTING HEIGHT-SEDAN (4.0L) RANGE FROM VIN 720001
VEHICLE SETTING HEIGHT
| --- | Dimension | Measurement Position |
|---|---|---|
| FRONT | 6.00 in +/-0.2 in | bottom of the front sub frame to the alignment equipment wheel plates |
| REAR | 6.20 in +/-0.2 in | rear edge of the wishbone to the alignment equipment wheel plates |
VEHICLE SETTING HEIGHT-XJ12 SEDAN RANGE FROM VIN 720001
VEHICLE SETTING HEIGHT
| --- | Dimension | Measurement Position |
|---|---|---|
| FRONT | 5.63 in +/-0.2 in | Bottom of the front sub frame to the alignment equipment wheel plates |
| REAR | 6.30 in +/-0.2 in | Rear edge of the wishbone to the alignment equipment wheel plates |
VEHICLE ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS-SEDAN RANGE FROM VIN 720001
VEHICLE ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS
| Sedan Range 1995 MY VIN 720001 | Front | Rear |
|---|---|---|
| CASTER ANGLE (degrees) | +2.0° to +7.0° | Not applicable |
| CAMBER (degrees) | +0.4° to -1.0° | -1.15° to -0.35° |
| TOTAL TOE (degrees) | +0.25° to -0.08° | +0.58° to -0.08° |
| TOTAL TOE (inches) with 16 in wheels | +0.70 in to -0.023 in | +0.163 in to -0.023 in |
| TOTAL TOE (inches) with 17 in wheels | +0.074 in to -0.024 in | +0.172 in to -0.024 in |
VEHICLE ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS
| Sedan Range 1995 MY VIN 720001 | Front | Rear |
|---|---|---|
| CASTER ANGLE (degrees) | +2.0° to +7.0° | Not applicable |
| CAMBER (degrees) | +0.4° to -1.0° | -2.0° to -1.2° |
| TOTAL TOE (degrees) | +0.25° to -0.08° | +0.58° to -0.08° |
| TOTAL TOE (inches) with 16 in wheels | +0.70 in to -0.023 in | +0.163 in to -0.023 in |
| TOTAL TOE (inches) with 17 in wheels | +0.074 in to -0.024 in | +0.172 in to -0.024 in |
XJS RANGE - ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS
NOTE:
Install the correct mid-laden tools. All setting height dimensions are for reference only. XJR-S and sportspack Coupe vehicles whose normal ride height prevents the use of mid-laden tools, should be checked/set at their normal ride height.
VEHICLE SETTING HEIGHT-XJS RANGE - ALL
VEHICLE SETTING HEIGHT
| --- | Dimension | Measurement Position |
|---|---|---|
| FRONT | 6.00 in +/-0.2 in | Bottom of the front sub frame to the alignment equipment wheel plates |
| REAR | 6.38 in +/-0.2 in | Rear edge of the wishbone to the alignment equipment wheel plates |
VEHICLE ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS-XJS RANGE - ALL
VEHICLE ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS
| XJS Range | Front | Rear |
|---|---|---|
| CASTER ANGLE (degrees) | +2.0° to +6.0° | Not applicable |
| CAMBER (degrees) | -0.1° to -0.9° | -1.0° to -0.5° |
| TOTAL TOE (degrees) | +0.5° to -0.17° | 0° +/- 0.33° |
| TOTAL TOE (inches) with 15 in wheels | +0.131 in to -0.044 in | +0.087 in to -0.087 in |
| TOTAL TOE (inches) with 16 in wheels | +0.140 in to -0.047 in | +0.093 in to -0.093 in |
VEHICLE ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS-XJR-S - ALL
VEHICLE ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS XJR-S - ALL
| XJS Range | Front | Rear |
|---|---|---|
| CASTER ANGLE (degrees) | +3.5° +/-0.23° | Not applicable |
| CAMBER (degrees) | -0.75° +/-0.25° | -1.3° |
| TOTAL TOE (degrees) | +0.33° | parallel |
WARRANTY POLICY
Wheel alignment is covered under the Jaguar New Car Warranty for a period of 12 months or 12,500 miles, whichever comes first, from first retail sale.
Wheel alignments may not be performed under warranty without a customer complaint. "Before" and "after" settings must be recorded and kept with the repair order in the vehicle file.