Jaguar S-Type #S100-18 Date: 050701
Engine - Drive Belt Noise Diagnosis
S-TYPE
S100-18
DATE: 07/05
MODEL:
2003 MY-ON
S-TYPE
VIN:
M44998-ON
Engine Drive Belt - Noise Issues - Diagnosis
Issue:
This bulletin has been issued for information only, to assist dealers in diagnosing the cause of engine drive belt noise issues.
Action:
Obtain the following useful information prior to investigating the issue:
1. The customer description of the issue including the type of noise, when it happens, how long it lasts, is it related to external temperature, does
it only happen on engine start-up or is it constant?
2. The vehicle history - has a belt noise been reported in the past? Is it the same issue that is being reported now? What repairs were conducted
during the previous visit?
Carry out the following checks before starting the engine:
Note:
The checks below should help identify drive belt contamination or system alignment problems.
3. Are there any coolant/oil leaks onto the drive belt?
4. Is there any other contamination on the drive belt?
5. Is there any drive belt dust or debris visible?
6. Does the drive belt have frayed edges?
7. Are there any other wear marks on the drive system or drive belt?
8. Are there any loose components?
9. Are any brackets or components obviously out of alignment?
10. Are there any signs that there is run out in the pulleys or components?
11. Is the drive belt tension correct?
Caution:
Before removing a drive belt, mark the direction of rotation, and ideally belt position, on the belt so that it can be reinstalled in the same
orientation.
If the vehicle is supercharged (SC) it will be necessary to determine which of the drive belt systems is causing the noise. One way to do this is
to remove the SC belt then briefly run the engine. If the noise stops then the SC system is the source, if the noise continues it is caused by the
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auxiliary drive system.
Carry out the following checks with the engine running:
Note:
If the customer states that the noise stops when the engine warms up there is a limited amount of time (usually around two minutes) to
carry out the checks.
13. Is the drive belt tracking sideways as it passes over the pulleys?
14. Any signs of run-out on the pulleys or components?
15. Is there any contact between the edge of the drive belt and any of the engine components?
16. Is there any unusual movement of the drive belt as it enters the pulleys?
Carry out the following checks without the engine running:
17. Remove the suspect drive belt and carefully inspect for damage/frayed edges, excessive wear at edges of the drive belt.
18. Examine the pulleys and drive components for signs of damage, run out or misalignment.
19. Rotate the pulleys by hand to determine if they squeak without the belt installed.
Note:
If the belt is changed, this is likely to stop the belt noise for a short period of time, but if there is another cause, the noise may return.
20. If the belt appears worn then the belt should be replaced, otherwise the belt can be reused.
21. If the noise is only apparent from a cold start, it may be the result of the drive belt shape setting when wrapped around a pulley (normally this
will be the pulley with the smallest diameter). As the belt warms up it becomes more pliable and the noise will stop.
22. The other reason for a cold start only noise could be a component within the drive system, for example a bearing in a pulley, which is seizing
when cold but runs more freely when warm.
23. If there is evidence of misalignment in the Front End Auxiliary Drive (FEAD) system, check the generator bracket and generator for correct fit
and alignment, followed by the other drive system components and pulleys.
Disclaimer Jaguar S-Type #S310-S515 Date: 041101
Recall - Fuel Cap Seal Replacement
S310-S515
S-TYPE
DATE
11/04
MODEL
2005 MY
S-TYPE
VIN
Refer to VIN list
Fuel Filler Cap Seal Durability -
Revised Seal Ring -
Service Action S515
Issue:
A concern has been identified on a small number of 2005 MY S-TYPE vehicles. The fuel tank filler cap seal is soft and does not provide an
adequate or durable seal, resulting in fuel vapor escaping and illumination of the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) on the instrument panel.
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As a result, the fuel filler cap seal must be replaced with an improved seal.
A number of vehicles have been repaired at the Port of Entry facility. This Service Action affects vehicles that are outside of the control of the Port
of Entry facilities and any sold vehicles that have not yet been repaired.
Action:
Perform this repair on the following 2005 S-TYPE vehicles:
At the time of confirming a booking for vehicle repair, please ensure that any outstanding Field Service Actions are identified to ensure the correct
parts are available and adequate workshop time is allocated for repairs to be completed at one visit.
PROCEDURE
1. Open fuel filler flap.
2. Unscrew fuel filler cap.
3. Remove seal using a suitable pick.
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4. Install fuel filler cap seal. make sure that the seal is fully seated and that the seal is not twisted.
Parts Information:
Warranty Information:
Warranty claims should be submitted quoting program code S515 together with the applicable option code from the table.
The options that include the drive in/drive out allowance can only be claimed if the vehicle is brought back into the workshop for this action alone to
be undertaken.
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Service Action S515
NOTE:
Always perform a DDW claim search first to determine whether this service action has been performed on this vehicle. The "Review Claim
History" function will provide a listing of all claims against the vehicle. If this service action number appears in the program code field, do not
perform this service action.
Disclaimer
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Engine - Drive Belt Noise Diagnosis
S-TYPE
S100-18
DATE: 07/05
MODEL:
2003 MY-ON
S-TYPE
VIN:
M44998-ON
Engine Drive Belt - Noise Issues - Diagnosis
Issue:
This bulletin has been issued for information only, to assist dealers in diagnosing the cause of engine drive belt noise issues.
Action:
Obtain the following useful information prior to investigating the issue:
1. The customer description of the issue including the type of noise, when it happens, how long it lasts, is it related to external temperature, does
it only happen on engine start-up or is it constant?
2. The vehicle history - has a belt noise been reported in the past? Is it the same issue that is being reported now? What repairs were conducted
during the previous visit?
Carry out the following checks before starting the engine:
Note:
The checks below should help identify drive belt contamination or system alignment problems.
3. Are there any coolant/oil leaks onto the drive belt?
4. Is there any other contamination on the drive belt?
5. Is there any drive belt dust or debris visible?
6. Does the drive belt have frayed edges?
7. Are there any other wear marks on the drive system or drive belt?
8. Are there any loose components?
9. Are any brackets or components obviously out of alignment?
10. Are there any signs that there is run out in the pulleys or components?
11. Is the drive belt tension correct?
Caution:
Before removing a drive belt, mark the direction of rotation, and ideally belt position, on the belt so that it can be reinstalled in the same
orientation.
If the vehicle is supercharged (SC) it will be necessary to determine which of the drive belt systems is causing the noise. One way to do this is
to remove the SC belt then briefly run the engine. If the noise stops then the SC system is the source, if the noise continues it is caused by the
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auxiliary drive system.
Carry out the following checks with the engine running:
Note:
If the customer states that the noise stops when the engine warms up there is a limited amount of time (usually around two minutes) to
carry out the checks.
13. Is the drive belt tracking sideways as it passes over the pulleys?
14. Any signs of run-out on the pulleys or components?
15. Is there any contact between the edge of the drive belt and any of the engine components?
16. Is there any unusual movement of the drive belt as it enters the pulleys?
Carry out the following checks without the engine running:
17. Remove the suspect drive belt and carefully inspect for damage/frayed edges, excessive wear at edges of the drive belt.
18. Examine the pulleys and drive components for signs of damage, run out or misalignment.
19. Rotate the pulleys by hand to determine if they squeak without the belt installed.
Note:
If the belt is changed, this is likely to stop the belt noise for a short period of time, but if there is another cause, the noise may return.
20. If the belt appears worn then the belt should be replaced, otherwise the belt can be reused.
21. If the noise is only apparent from a cold start, it may be the result of the drive belt shape setting when wrapped around a pulley (normally this
will be the pulley with the smallest diameter). As the belt warms up it becomes more pliable and the noise will stop.
22. The other reason for a cold start only noise could be a component within the drive system, for example a bearing in a pulley, which is seizing
when cold but runs more freely when warm.
23. If there is evidence of misalignment in the Front End Auxiliary Drive (FEAD) system, check the generator bracket and generator for correct fit
and alignment, followed by the other drive system components and pulleys.
Disclaimer Jaguar S-Type #S310-S515 Date: 041101
Recall - Fuel Cap Seal Replacement
S310-S515
S-TYPE
DATE
11/04
MODEL
2005 MY
S-TYPE
VIN
Refer to VIN list
Fuel Filler Cap Seal Durability -
Revised Seal Ring -
Service Action S515
Issue:
A concern has been identified on a small number of 2005 MY S-TYPE vehicles. The fuel tank filler cap seal is soft and does not provide an
adequate or durable seal, resulting in fuel vapor escaping and illumination of the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) on the instrument panel.
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As a result, the fuel filler cap seal must be replaced with an improved seal.
A number of vehicles have been repaired at the Port of Entry facility. This Service Action affects vehicles that are outside of the control of the Port
of Entry facilities and any sold vehicles that have not yet been repaired.
Action:
Perform this repair on the following 2005 S-TYPE vehicles:
At the time of confirming a booking for vehicle repair, please ensure that any outstanding Field Service Actions are identified to ensure the correct
parts are available and adequate workshop time is allocated for repairs to be completed at one visit.
PROCEDURE
1. Open fuel filler flap.
2. Unscrew fuel filler cap.
3. Remove seal using a suitable pick.
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4. Install fuel filler cap seal. make sure that the seal is fully seated and that the seal is not twisted.
Parts Information:
Warranty Information:
Warranty claims should be submitted quoting program code S515 together with the applicable option code from the table.
The options that include the drive in/drive out allowance can only be claimed if the vehicle is brought back into the workshop for this action alone to
be undertaken.
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Service Action S515
NOTE:
Always perform a DDW claim search first to determine whether this service action has been performed on this vehicle. The "Review Claim
History" function will provide a listing of all claims against the vehicle. If this service action number appears in the program code field, do not
perform this service action.
Disclaimer
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