New 2014 F-Type V8S Owner w/ 30k miles - what to do? Fluid swap etc
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Hi all,
Just picked up a beautiful 2014 F-Type V8S with all the options. Im not fully aware of the previous owner or condition, so I wanted to be proactive and swap all the fluids with Amsoil and have some questions.
I see they have the proper oil, but not filter, dealership only?
I see the service manual requires the brake fluid is changed well before 30,000 miles, I doubt that was done. Dealer only, and how much? best removal procedure?
I see no information on the front and rear differentials?
Am I missing anything? Anyone else recommend anything else? Im thinking maybe take to dealer for latest flashes and updates as well.
Just picked up a beautiful 2014 F-Type V8S with all the options. Im not fully aware of the previous owner or condition, so I wanted to be proactive and swap all the fluids with Amsoil and have some questions.
I see they have the proper oil, but not filter, dealership only?
I see the service manual requires the brake fluid is changed well before 30,000 miles, I doubt that was done. Dealer only, and how much? best removal procedure?
I see no information on the front and rear differentials?
Am I missing anything? Anyone else recommend anything else? Im thinking maybe take to dealer for latest flashes and updates as well.
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Welcome to the group!! You're right to be proactive.
- Change all the fluids, including the coolant. There are a lot of materials in today's engines that don't do well as the coolant ages.
- Oil with the STJLR.51.5122 spec isn't common, but you can find it outside of the dealer if you look around.
- I haven't looked around for a filter, but I'd be inclined to get it from the dealer. Be careful of alternatives.
- DOT4 ISO 4925 brake fluid should be readily available; I've even seen it on eBay.
- Change all the fluids, including the coolant. There are a lot of materials in today's engines that don't do well as the coolant ages.
- Oil with the STJLR.51.5122 spec isn't common, but you can find it outside of the dealer if you look around.
- I haven't looked around for a filter, but I'd be inclined to get it from the dealer. Be careful of alternatives.
- DOT4 ISO 4925 brake fluid should be readily available; I've even seen it on eBay.
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Heaps of compatible oil filters, ranging from cheapies to OEM in price. The same filter is used across the whole JLR range of AJ126 V6 and AJ133 V8 engines.
See this page from RockAuto for a selection of oil filters: 2015 JAGUAR F-TYPE 5.0L V8 Supercharged Oil Filter | RockAuto
I have used the WIX 57279 a few times now on both my XFR and F-Type with no problems.
See this page from RockAuto for a selection of oil filters: 2015 JAGUAR F-TYPE 5.0L V8 Supercharged Oil Filter | RockAuto
I have used the WIX 57279 a few times now on both my XFR and F-Type with no problems.
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Welcome to the group!! You're right to be proactive.
- Change all the fluids, including the coolant. There are a lot of materials in today's engines that don't do well as the coolant ages.
- Oil with the STJLR.51.5122 spec isn't common, but you can find it outside of the dealer if you look around.
- I haven't looked around for a filter, but I'd be inclined to get it from the dealer. Be careful of alternatives.
- DOT4 ISO 4925 brake fluid should be readily available; I've even seen it on eBay.
- Change all the fluids, including the coolant. There are a lot of materials in today's engines that don't do well as the coolant ages.
- Oil with the STJLR.51.5122 spec isn't common, but you can find it outside of the dealer if you look around.
- I haven't looked around for a filter, but I'd be inclined to get it from the dealer. Be careful of alternatives.
- DOT4 ISO 4925 brake fluid should be readily available; I've even seen it on eBay.
I cannot find what fluid spec, nor how much, the procedure, or a filter anywhere. Checked google, this forum, and the owners manual.
Any idea how much and the best procedure?
Heaps of compatible oil filters, ranging from cheapies to OEM in price. The same filter is used across the whole JLR range of AJ126 V6 and AJ133 V8 engines.
See this page from RockAuto for a selection of oil filters: 2015 JAGUAR F-TYPE 5.0L V8 Supercharged Oil Filter | RockAuto
I have used the WIX 57279 a few times now on both my XFR and F-Type with no problems.
See this page from RockAuto for a selection of oil filters: 2015 JAGUAR F-TYPE 5.0L V8 Supercharged Oil Filter | RockAuto
I have used the WIX 57279 a few times now on both my XFR and F-Type with no problems.
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The "recommended" trans fluid for the ZF 8 speed is ZF Lifeguard 8, but it's very expensive and there are cheaper alternatives, there are threads/posts around here about this, search is your friend.
I see you are an Amsoil fan, I believe Amsoil make a trans fluid which meets the ZF 8 speed specs, just don't ask me which one!
I see you are an Amsoil fan, I believe Amsoil make a trans fluid which meets the ZF 8 speed specs, just don't ask me which one!
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You don't have the carbon/ceramic brakes, so the fluid change interval is not as extreme. I tried to get an owner's manual online to check replacement interval but got irritated by the sites and gave up and don't feel like trundling out to car to dig in the glove box. Previous vehicles called for 30k miles on the brake fluid, but that's pretty long for such a powerful and heavy car. Can't hurt to go sooner.
For the front differential you're in great shape. There's nothing to do. Unless you actually find one. Then, you need to figure out why your 2014 has a front diff.
For the front differential you're in great shape. There's nothing to do. Unless you actually find one. Then, you need to figure out why your 2014 has a front diff.
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Here's the 2014 maintenance schedule...
https://www.dropbox.com/s/nxh35s5yx3...edule.pdf?dl=0
Brake fluid: every 3 years, regardless of mileage
Engine coolant: every 10 years or 160,000 miles
https://www.dropbox.com/s/nxh35s5yx3...edule.pdf?dl=0
Brake fluid: every 3 years, regardless of mileage
Engine coolant: every 10 years or 160,000 miles
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Here's the 2014 maintenance schedule...
https://www.dropbox.com/s/nxh35s5yx3...edule.pdf?dl=0
Brake fluid: every 3 years, regardless of mileage
Engine coolant: every 10 years or 160,000 miles
https://www.dropbox.com/s/nxh35s5yx3...edule.pdf?dl=0
Brake fluid: every 3 years, regardless of mileage
Engine coolant: every 10 years or 160,000 miles
Thank you for this. Nothing on trans fluid, even though I do want to do it. I'll still do the coolant, as its cheap insurance, and I have a leak somewhere. It went low on my way back from NJ and I can smell coolant when I drive.
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You don't have the carbon/ceramic brakes, so the fluid change interval is not as extreme. I tried to get an owner's manual online to check replacement interval but got irritated by the sites and gave up and don't feel like trundling out to car to dig in the glove box. Previous vehicles called for 30k miles on the brake fluid, but that's pretty long for such a powerful and heavy car. Can't hurt to go sooner.
For the front differential you're in great shape. There's nothing to do. Unless you actually find one. Then, you need to figure out why your 2014 has a front diff.
For the front differential you're in great shape. There's nothing to do. Unless you actually find one. Then, you need to figure out why your 2014 has a front diff.
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https://www.zf.com/corporate/en_de/a...vorgang_1.html
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Re: your thread on the top leaking. You may also consider 'reproofing' the top - I do this every year, as the waterproofing fades. I use the 303 kit, but I use a brush to apply to protectant, rather than spraying it on.
https://www.goldeagle.com/product/30...e-top-care-kit
https://www.goldeagle.com/product/30...e-top-care-kit