X-Type Workshop Manual - Caution - Jaguar Forums

kenzed · #1 10-16-2007, 05:20 PM

Yes, just a word of caution if you should come across websites offering thesedownloadable electronic workshop manuals. I've fell for this twice now only tofind upon opening the downloaded file a copy ofthe Jaguar (JTIS). This particular website chargedÂ£10 for this downloadand the upsell suggested they were offeringa completeDIY workshop manual. Although I believe Haynes don't do a workshop manual for the X yet, I was expecting something similar. I have emailed the supplier but received no response to date - Not impressed...

happilute · #2 10-16-2007, 06:16 PM

thanks. good to know...

i had been working for workshop manuals a while back. no luck. :-\

#3 10-16-2007, 07:18 PM

my JTIS disc that I got from ebay is quite complete and good???? what is wrong with the thing you downloaded? what is it missing?

JimC64 · #4 10-16-2007, 08:22 PM

Thanks for the heads up Kenzed

SAorry to hear about your poor experience......As Bo says, what was missing, or how was it incomplete?

Jim

bigdreams05 · #5 10-16-2007, 11:48 PM

I've run into a similar problem with the S-type manual.

cadillac · #6 10-17-2007, 05:39 AM

Helminc manuals are the best manuals for DIY jobs

kenzed · #7 10-17-2007, 03:20 PM

Like I say, for those that remember the old Haynes manuals even the most reluctant DIYer could have a go atmany of the repairs etc following explicit instructions, excellent pictures and practical tips. On the other hand I think the JTIS is best suited as a reference for perhaps Jaguar trained mechanics. If for example a part has to be removed in order to gain access to a faulty part, the information is very limited and does not explain in any great detail. For example check out the section on replacing brake rotors / pads! (You may, of course, disagree)...

kenzed · #8 10-17-2007, 03:27 PM

A useful link.. thanks ... but again, must say this does not provide the same level of hands-on information that a good workshop manual should provide. I'll keepsearching and let you all know if I discover something better....

BuckMR2 · #9 10-17-2007, 04:59 PM

You are right Kenzed the JTIS is for Jag techs at the dealerships, etc.
I contacted Haynes shortly after getting my X Type and if I rememberthey said they have no plans to introduce a manual for the X type as they have to wait until it is a certain age before Jaguar will allow them to bring one out.

kenzed · #10 10-17-2007, 07:08 PM

Oh right ... that makes sense too.. in the meantime the less educated have to either cough off or figure things out the hard way!