1994 Jaguar XJS Oil Type & Capacity
The 1994 Jaguar XJS oil type depends on the engine: the 2D Convertible, 4.0 7, Automatic takes 5W-20 (8.45 quarts with filter); the 2D Convertible, 4.0 7, Standard takes 5W-20 (8.45 quarts with filter); the 2D Convertible, 6.0 3 takes 10W-30 (10.5 quarts with filter); the 2D Coupe, 4.0 7, Automatic takes 5W-20 (8.45 quarts with filter); the 2D Coupe, 4.0 7, Standard takes 5W-20 (8.45 quarts with filter); the 2D Coupe, 6.0 3 takes 10W-30 (10.5 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 2D Convertible, 4.0 7, Automatic: 5W-20, 8.45 quarts with filter
- 2D Convertible, 4.0 7, Standard: 5W-20, 8.45 quarts with filter
- 2D Convertible, 6.0 3: 10W-30, 10.5 quarts with filter
- 2D Coupe, 4.0 7, Automatic: 5W-20, 8.45 quarts with filter
- 2D Coupe, 4.0 7, Standard: 5W-20, 8.45 quarts with filter
- 2D Coupe, 6.0 3: 10W-30, 10.5 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2D Convertible, 4.0 7, Automatic — 4.0L Eng | API - SG/CD or SH, SAE 5W-20 or 20W-50 | 8.45 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Convertible, 4.0 7, Standard — 4.0L Eng | API - SG/CD or SH, SAE 5W-20 or 20W-50 | 8.45 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Convertible, 6.0 3 — 6.0L Eng | API- SAE 10W-30 | 10.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Coupe, 4.0 7, Automatic — 4.0L Eng | API - SG/CD or SH, SAE 5W-20 or 20W-50 | 8.45 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Coupe, 4.0 7, Standard — 4.0L Eng | API - SG/CD or SH, SAE 5W-20 or 20W-50 | 8.45 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Coupe, 6.0 3 — 6.0L Eng | API- SAE 10W-30 | 10.50 QTS. | — | — |
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1994 Jaguar XJS factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
8.1 quarts (7.66 L) — 50/50 mixture of water, JAGUAR Antifreeze/Coolant and Corrosion Inhibitor. Specification: ESD M97B49 A.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1994 Jaguar XJS take?
It depends on the engine: 2D Convertible, 4.0 7, Automatic uses 5W-20; 2D Convertible, 4.0 7, Standard uses 5W-20; 2D Convertible, 6.0 3 uses 10W-30; 2D Coupe, 4.0 7, Automatic uses 5W-20; 2D Coupe, 4.0 7, Standard uses 5W-20; 2D Coupe, 6.0 3 uses 10W-30.
How much oil does a 1994 Jaguar XJS take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 2D Convertible, 4.0 7, Automatic holds 8.45 quarts with filter; 2D Convertible, 4.0 7, Standard holds 8.45 quarts with filter; 2D Convertible, 6.0 3 holds 10.5 quarts with filter; 2D Coupe, 4.0 7, Automatic holds 8.45 quarts with filter; 2D Coupe, 4.0 7, Standard holds 8.45 quarts with filter; 2D Coupe, 6.0 3 holds 10.5 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1994 Jaguar XJS?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1994 Jaguar XJS. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.