Daimler 2.5 V8, 250 and Sovereign: Service and Repair Manuals

Jaguar XJ6, XJ & Sovereign / Daimler Sovereign - Series 1, 2 & 3 - 6-cyl (1968-Oct 1986) | Haynes Service and Repair Manual

Haynes workshop manual on the:
- Jaguar XJ6, XJ and Sovereign
- Daimler Sovereign Saloon and Coupé
Series 1, 2 and 3, also the Long Wheelbase and Vanden Plas.

Petrol engines: 6 cylinders - 2.8 L (2792 cc), 3.4 L (3442 cc) and 4.2 L (4235 cc), carburettor and injection. Manual and automatic transmissions.

Production years: 1968-10/1986.

Exclusions: This manual does not cover the XJ-S 3.6, The 12-cylinder models nor the new range which was introduced in October 1986.

This Haynes manual for the Jaguar XJ6 and Daimler Sovereign guides you through the maintenance and repair of the engine (distribution, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals and radiator).
It also includes procedures for the heater, fuel system, exhaust, starting and charging system. Additionally, it covers work on the clutch, gearbox, driveshafts, braking system, suspension, steering gear, body, interior and electrical system.

• Step-by-step instructions with detailed photos.
• Based on a complete strip-down and rebuild.
• Includes a maintenance schedule, technical specifications, torque wrench settings and troubleshooting tables.
• Clear and detailed wiring diagrams.

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Daimler 2 ½ Litre V8 and 250 Saloon - Official Service Manual

Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the Daimler 2.5 V8 and 250 Saloon from the 1960s.

Covers the complete vehicle:
- engine (cylinder head, engine block, fuel system, ignition, lubrication, cooling, heater and exhaust)
- driveline (gearbox, propeller shaft, rear axle and differential)
- chassis (front axle, suspension, shock absorbers, steering system, brakes, servo unit, handbrake, wheel bearings and wheels)
- electrical system (battery, starter motor, dynamo / alternator, voltage regulator, headlamps, tail lights, turn signals, dashboard, windscreen wipers)
- body (welded components, bumpers, bonnet, fenders, doors, boot lid, fixed windows, window mechanisms, seats, dashboard, interior trim, interior lamps).

• Clear, very detailed instructions with drawings, photos and specifications.
• High-quality reprint.
• This is the same technical manual as was used in the Daimler dealer's workshop at the time. Daimler reference: E1002/3.

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Jaguar XJ6 & Daimler Sovereign - Series 2 (1972-1979) - Official Parts Catalogue

Official parts catalogue (reprint) for the Jaguar XJ6 and Daimler Sovereign Series 2. Contains drawings (exploded views) and lists with parts numbers.

Production years: 1972-1979.

This is the same parts catalogue that was used in the Jaguar dealer's workshop at the time. Jaguar reference: RTC9883CA (01/1987).

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Jaguar XJ6 & Daimler Sovereign - Series 3 (up to August 1985) - Official Parts Catalogue

Official parts catalogue (reprint) for the Jaguar XJ6 Series 3 and Daimler Sovereign Series 3. Contains drawings (exploded views) and lists with parts numbers.

Production years: until 8/1985.

This is the same parts catalogue that was used in the Jaguar dealer's workshop at the time. Jaguar reference: RTC9885CF (08/1986).

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Jaguar XJ6 & Daimler Sovereign - Series 2 (1974-1979) - Official Repair Operation Manual

Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the Daimler Sovereign and Jaguar XJ6 Series 2.

Production years: 1974-1979.

Covers the complete vehicle:
- engine (cylinder head, engine block, fuel system, ignition, lubrication, cooling, heater / air conditioning and exhaust)
- driveline (transmission, propeller shaft, rear axle and differential)
- chassis (front axle, suspension, shock absorbers, steering system, brakes, servo unit, handbrake, wheel bearings and wheels)
- electrical system (battery, starter motor, alternator, voltage regulator, headlamps, tail lights, turn signals, dashboard, windscreen wipers, electric windows)
- body (welded components, bumpers, bonnet, fenders, doors, boot lid, fixed windows, window mechanisms, seats, dashboard, interior trim, interior lamps).

• Clear, very detailed instructions with drawings, photos and specifications.
• High-quality reprint.
• This is the same technical manual as was used in the Jaguar dealer's workshop at the time. Jaguar reference: E188/4.

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Daimler SP250 Sports Car - 2 ½ Litre V8 (1959-1964) - Official Spare Parts Catalogue

Official parts catalogue (reprint) for the Daimler SP250 Dart sports car with 2.5 litre V8-engine.

Production years: 1959-1964.

Contains drawings (exploded views) and lists with parts numbers. This is the same parts catalogue that was used in the Daimler dealer's workshop at the time. Daimler reference: D.5 (06/1964).

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Daimler 2 ½ Litre V.8 and 250 Saloon (1962-1969) - Official Spare Parts Catalogue

Official parts catalogue (reprint) covering the Daimler models:
- 2.5 litre V8 (1962-1967)
- V8-250 Saloon (1967-1969).

Contains drawings (exploded views) and lists with parts numbers. This is the same parts catalogue that was used in the Daimler dealer's workshop at the time. Daimler reference: D.4.

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