2023 JAGUAR F-TYPE INSTRUMENT PANEL
VIRTUAL INSTRUMENT PANEL
The virtual instrument panel comprises a speedometer (1), a tachometer (2), and an information panel (3). The engine temperature (4) is displayed within the tachometer. The fuel level (5) is displayed within the speedometer.
All instruments are only visible when the vehicle’s ignition is switched on.
The virtual instrument panel can be configured to meet personal preferences. See CONFIGURING A VIRTUAL INSTRUMENT PANEL.
CONFIGURING A VIRTUAL INSTRUMENT PANEL
The virtual instrument panel can be configured using the steering wheel controls. See INSTRUMENT PANEL MENU OPERATION and INSTRUMENT PANEL MENU OPTIONS.
To configure the virtual instrument panel:
- Select Display.
- Select Display layout.
The following layout options are available:
- Two dial: Displays the speedometer and tachometer either side of the information panel.
- One dial: Displays two information panels either side of a central tachometer.
- Full map: Displays the navigation system information over the entire instrument panel.
- Media: Displays the current media source information over the entire instrument panel.
- Driver assistance: Displays the currently enabled driver assistance features over the entire instrument panel.
The selected option is retained after the vehicle’s ignition is switched off.
Driving status information, e.g., the vehicle’s speed, is always displayed in the instrument panel, irrespective of the option selected.
SPEEDOMETER
The speedometer displays the current vehicle speed. Depending on market specification, the speedometer can be configured to display in mph or km/h via the instrument panel. See INSTRUMENT PANEL MENU OPERATION.
To configure the speedometer:
- Select Display.
- Select Units.
- Select Digital speedometer.
TACHOMETER
The tachometer displays the current engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm).
INFORMATION PANEL
The information panel displays information and menu selection options. The information panel can be configured to meet personal preferences.
To configure the information panel:
- Select Display.
- Select Info panel.
- Select the required option.
FUEL GAUGE
The fuel gauge displays the current fuel tank level. An arrow-head symbol, next to the fuel pump symbol, indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler flap is located.
The low fuel warning lamp illuminates to indicate that the vehicle should be refueled in the near future.
The approximate driving distance for the current fuel level can be viewed via the trip computer. See TRIP COMPUTER.
Never allow the engine to run out of fuel. Doing so may cause serious damage to the vehicle’s fuel system.
ENGINE TEMPERATURE GAUGE
The temperature gauge displays the current engine temperature.
- If the pointer moves into the red segment, the engine is overheating. In this event, the engine temperature warning lamp illuminates.
- If the engine overheats, stop the vehicle as soon as safety permits. Allow the engine to idle until the temperature reduces. If the temperature does not reduce after several minutes, switch the engine off and allow it to cool.
- If the problem persists, seek qualified assistance immediately.
Serious engine damage occurs if the vehicle is driven while the engine is overheating.
Engine performance may be reduced, and some vehicle systems may stop working, if the engine overheats.
INSTRUMENT PANEL MENU OPERATION
Do not operate the instrument panel menu while the vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause driver distraction. Driver distraction may cause an accident, leading to serious injury or death.
The instrument panel’s display settings and some vehicle features can be configured using the instrument panel menu. The instrument panel menu is operated via the left-side steering wheel controls.
- Press the MENU button to display the menu options.
- Press the ^ and v buttons to scroll through the menu options.
- Press the >> button to select a sub-menu.
- Press the << button to return to a previous menu.
- Press the OK button to confirm a selection.
No menu items are displayed if a warning or information message is present in the information panel. Press the OK button to clear any messages, after any relevant action has been taken.
INSTRUMENT PANEL MENU OPTIONS
Do not operate the instrument panel menu while the vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause driver distraction. Driver distraction may cause an accident, leading to serious injury or death.
Instrument panel menus do not display until any messages are read and cleared. Do not ignore any warning or information messages displayed in the instrument panel. Take appropriate action as soon as possible. Failure to do so may result in serious damage to the vehicle, serious injury, or death. See WARNING AND INFORMATION MESSAGES.
The following main menu options are available:
- Phone: Contains a list of recent phone contacts, when a smartphone is paired and connected.
NOTES
The phone menu only displays when a smartphone is paired and connected. - Media: Displays information on the current media source.
- Driver assistance: Contains sub-menus and settings to allow the driver to configure a number of vehicle safety features.
- Trip: Displays trip computer information.
- Display: Contains sub-menus and settings to allow the driver to configure the instrument panel’s display. See CONFIGURING A VIRTUAL INSTRUMENT PANEL.
- Vehicle settings: Contains sub-menus and settings to allow the driver to configure a number of vehicle settings, including vehicle security, exterior lighting, and convenience features.
- Vehicle info: Contains sub-menus to allow the driver to view vehicle status information, including next service information, and tire pressures.
Not all menu options are available in all markets.
Some menu options are not available once the engine is started.
WARNING AND INFORMATION MESSAGES
Do not ignore any warning or information messages displayed in the instrument panel. Take appropriate action as soon as possible. Failure to do so may result in serious damage to the vehicle, serious injury, or death.
- The instrument panel displays warning and information messages to the driver.
- Warning messages require the driver to take action as soon as safely possible, and are supported by a warning lamp.
- Information messages provide the driver with vehicle information, or actions to be taken.
- Press the OK button on the left-side steering wheel controls to clear a message. See INSTRUMENT PANEL MENU OPERATION.
Clearing a warning message does not rectify the fault. The associated warning lamp remains illuminated until the fault is rectified.
If a persistent fault is detected, the instrument panel displays the relevant message each time the vehicle’s ignition is switched on. The messages are displayed in order of importance, with the highest priority message being displayed first. Each message is displayed for 2 seconds. Some messages may be accompanied by an audible tone.
Some messages may also display an Owner’s Handbook symbol. Further information on the message can be found in the relevant section of the Owner’s Handbook.
TRIP COMPUTER
The trip computer displays and stores trip information. Trip information is displayed in the information panel.
The following information can be displayed:
- Date.
- Trip distance.
- Average speed.
- Average economy.
- Instantaneous economy.
- Range.
Press and release the trip button, located on the end of the lighting control, to scroll through the available options.
Some trip computer information can be reset to zero. Press and hold the trip button for 2 seconds, when the required information is displayed in the information panel.
Two trip computers are available: Trip A, and Trip B. Both display the same information. To switch between the trip computers:
- Select the Trip instrument panel menu. See INSTRUMENT PANEL MENU OPERATION and INSTRUMENT PANEL MENU OPTIONS.
- Select Trip bank.
- Select Trip A or Trip B.
A third option, Trip Auto, is also available. Trip Auto allows the driver to add or remove data from either Trip A or Trip B, to a running total.
To add data for the last journey to Trip Auto:
- Select Trip Auto from the Trip bank menu.
- Press the trip button for longer than 1 second.
- The instrument panel displays either Adding last journey or Removing last journey. Press the trip button for longer than 1 second to select the desired option.
The trip computer can be configured to display in miles or km via the instrument panel menu.
SERVICE INTERVAL INDICATOR
The next required service can be displayed via the instrument panel menu. See INSTRUMENT PANEL MENU OPERATION.
To view information on the next required service:
- Switch on the vehicle’s ignition. See SWITCHING ON THE IGNITION.
- Press the MENU button on the steering wheel control.
- Use the steering wheel control to navigate to and highlight Vehicle info.
- Press the OK button to confirm the selection.
- Navigate to and highlight Next service.
- Press the OK button to confirm the selection.
Dependent on the vehicle’s specification, different service info and messages are available as part of the flexible servicing strategy.
Dependent on the vehicle’s specification, other fluid intervals and capacities may also be displayed.
The required service interval displays as a distance or time left until the next service is due. If the distance is exceeded, the display shows a negative (–) value to indicate that a service is overdue.
Refer to a retailer/authorized repairer for details.