Jaguar XK120, XK140 & XK150 1949-1961 Engine Rebuild Manual | PDF Download

Detailed Engine Overhaul Manual for the Jaguar XK120, XK140 and XK150 models with the 3.4 Litre and 3.8 Litre engines made from 1949-1961.

Manual Details

• Step-by-step repair procedures – making it easy to carry out repairs
• Detailed illustrations and diagrams – making repair procedures easier to understand
• Specifications – including torque settings, fluid capacities, clearances and adjustment information
• Diagnostic and fault-finding information – to help overcome those annoying issues
• PDF format – for easy viewing on your computer, tablet or smart phone
• Bookmarked – so you can find what you need

Models Covered

• Jaguar XK120 (1949-1954)
• Jaguar XK140 (1954-1957)
• Jaguar XK150 (1957-1961)
• Jaguar XK150S

Engine Coverage

• Jaguar XK 3.4 Litre DOHC 6-Cylinder Engine
• Jaguar XK 3.8 Litre DOHC 6-Cylinder Engine
• XK150S High Performance Engine
• Standard and C-Type Cylinder Head Variants

Contents Include

General Specifications & Tune-Up Data

• Engine specifications
• Compression ratios
• Capacities and service data
• Torque settings and tightening figures
• Ignition timing specifications
• Carburettor needle specifications
• Carburettor tuning and adjustment procedures
• Spark plug specifications
• Distributor settings
• Tune-up procedures

Engine Rebuilding & Overhaul

• Engine removal and installation
• Engine dismantling procedures
• Engine assembly procedures
• Complete engine overhaul
• Cylinder head rebuilding
• Cylinder block inspection and reboring
• Cylinder liner replacement
• Crankshaft inspection and regrinding specifications
• Main bearing replacement
• Main bearing clearances
• Connecting rod rebuilding
• Connecting rod bearing replacement
• Connecting rod specifications
• Piston removal and installation
• Piston clearances
• Piston ring replacement
• Piston ring gap specifications
• Gudgeon pin servicing
• Camshaft removal and installation
• Camshaft bearing servicing
• Camshaft timing procedures
• Valve timing adjustment
• Valve clearances
• Valve guide replacement
• Valve seat replacement
• Valve seat angles
• Valve spring testing
• Timing chain replacement
• Timing chain tensioner servicing
• Timing gear servicing
• Tappet guide replacement
• Tappet clearance adjustment
• Crankshaft journal dimensions
• Oil pressure adjustment
• Oil pressure relief valve servicing
• Oil pressure specifications
• Oil pump overhaul
• Rotor type oil pump servicing
• Flywheel servicing
• Engine wear limits and inspection specifications
• XK150 and XK150S engine specifications and variations

Cooling System

• Cooling system diagnosis
• Cooling system servicing
• Radiator servicing
• Water pump overhaul
• Thermostat testing and replacement
• Fan belt adjustment and replacement
• Overheating diagnosis
• Cooling system maintenance procedures

Fuel System & Carburettors

• Carburettor servicing
• Carburettor adjustments
• Carburettor tuning procedures
• Fuel pump servicing
• Starting carburettor servicing
• Auxiliary starting carburettor repairs
• Air cleaner servicing
• Fuel system diagnosis
• Fuel gauge and sender unit servicing

Lubrication & Maintenance

• Lubrication schedules
• Recommended lubricants
• Routine maintenance procedures
• Service interval information
• Preventative maintenance procedures

Download Information

Supplied in PDF format for use on computers, tablets and smartphones. The manual is searchable and Bookmarked for quick access to rebuild procedures, specifications, tune-up data and engine overhaul information.