Jaguar S-Type (X200) V6-3.0L Technical Service Bulletin # S501-29 Date: 050801

Jaguar S-Type (X200) V6-3.0L Technical Service Bulletin # S501-29 Date: 050801

Instruments - Incorrect Compass Readings

S501-29

S-TYPE

DATE:

08/05

MODEL

2000 MY-ON

S-TYPE

VIN:

L00001-ON

Interior Mirror Compass - Compass Reading Incorrectly - Reroute Wiring

Issue:

Some S-TYPE vehicles equipped with the interior mirror compass may exhibit a condition where the compass is functioning but reading incorrectly.

Cause:

Interference from nearby wiring.

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Action:

In case of a customer complaint of incorrect compass indication, reroute the interior mirror wiring as outlined below.

1. Remove the auto-dimming interior mirror (see Global Technical Reference GTR Workshop Manual, section 501-09).

Note:

No wires should cross over the compass circuit board. Each set of wires should be routed as a twisted pair for maximum effect.

2. Reroute the wires around the edge of the plastic casing.

3. Install the auto-dimming interior mirror (see Global Technical Reference GTR Workshop Manual, section 501-09).

Global Technical Reference (GTR) Workshop Manual Information:

Internet access: http://www.jaguartechinfo.com

Warranty Information:

Warranty claims should be submitted quoting the information found in the table.

This will result in payment of the stated time and, where applicable parts/miscellaneous expense codes as listed.

Note:

Repair procedures are under constant review, and therefore repair times are subject to change. The times quoted here must be taken as guidance

only. Always refer to DDW to obtain the latest repair time.