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86 and 87 are 98% identical
Haynes isn't the greatest manual for these cars but it'll cover the basics
I can't seem to find a manual for '87 that doesn't have an XJ40 on the cover. Thank you.......Jack.
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This has resulted in some interesting conversations about my cars not actually existing.
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Well, actually, the Series III V12 was not sold in the US at all. The US CAFE regulations made it impossible for Jaguar to meet the fuel economy goals if the V12 was part of the mix. Nevertheless, 6 of the XJ12 models for 1980 were sold before the decision was made. The XJ12 was virtually identical in every way to the XJ6 except for the engine/transmission. The XJ12 went out of production after 1981, replaced by the Sovereign V12 (and the Daimler Double Six). The use of the short form “XJ12” designation for all and any V12 saloon is incorrect but insurance companies and registration offices continue to use it.
There are a number of the much more luxurious Series III V12 Vanden Plas cars in the US, but they were all imported from Canada.
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Google "AKM9006 Jaguar" for a good manual. Seek out Edition 5 if possible. Also Google "RTC9885CF Jaguar" for the parts catalog which is very useful. It covers thru 1985 but most of it is the same for your 1987 car. There is a later printed edition but it is very rare.
Also...very important....the S57 wiring guide. Search the archives for a download link or PM me and I'll send it to you
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JagRepair.com - Jaguar Repair Information Resource
https://parts.jaguarlandroverclassic...xMzQyNTYyOA../
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