Jaguar S-Type Technical Service Bulletin S307-02: Stuck Ignition Key - Modify J-Gate Interlock Lever - Service Action S114

DATE 7/99
S307-02
SERVICE
TECHNICAL BULLETIN
Stuck Ignition Key –
MODEL 2000 MY-ON
S-TYPE
Modify J-Gate Interlock Lever –
VIN
Service Action S114
L00600-L11869
Issue:
Some 2000 MY S-TYPE vehicles within the above VIN range may, under high
temperature conditions, experience a malfunction of the J-Gate interlock mechanism
which results in the inability to remove the ignition key when the gear selector lever is
placed in ‘Park’.
This bulletin provides a procedure to install an e-clip on the pivot bolt to increase the
clearance of the pivot of the interlock lever.
Action:
Check if the service action has already been performed on the vehicle by performing a
DCS claim search. If the service action has not yet been performed, modify the
interlock lever of all 2000 MY S-TYPE vehicles within the above VIN range before sale
or at the first service opportunity. Install the e-clip using the procedure outlined in this
bulletin.
MODIFYING PIVOT BOLT OF INTERLOCK LEVER
1.
Fully apply the parking brake. Release the snap fastener of the boot on the parking
brake lever.
2.
Lift up the lid of the center console.
3.
Move the gear shift selector lever to ‘Neutral’.
4.
Raise the upper console. (Clips may become detached - there is a total of 7 clips).
5.
Reach under the console to detach the electrical connectors for the Traction
Control Switch, Sports/Normal mode switch, cigar lighter and phone connections,
where applicable.
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J-GATE INTERLOCK MECHANISM (S-TYPE)
IGNITION SWITCH
INTERLOCK LEVER
PIVOT BOLT
3/16” E-CLIP
MD.307.324
ILLUSTRATION 1
6.
On the right side of the J-gate assembly, remove the pivot bolt that retains the
interlock lever (Illustration 1).
7.
Check for any excess thread locking compound on the interlock lever. Wipe off any
excess.
8.
Install a 3/16 inch e-clip on to the bolt (Illustration 1), ensuring that the e-clip
does not extend beyond the shank of the bolt. Make sure that the bolt turns
freely in the lever. If necessary, use a reamer to bevel the opening of the lever.
9.
Reinstall the bolt. Do not use thread locking compound.
10. Ensure that the interlock lever moves freely and that the key can be easily
removed when the range selector lever is in ‘Park’.
11. Reassemble the console components in the vehicle.
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Parts Information:
DESCRIPTION
PART NUMBER
QTY
E-clip
JAG 000099
1
Warranty Information:
Service Action S114
VEHICLE
SUMMARY
DESCRIPTION
R.O.
TIME
CODE
NUMBER
ALLOWANCE
S-TYPE
BX
Install e-clip on pivot shaft
44.91.23
0.25 hrs.
2000 MY
-without drive-in/out time
VIN L00600-L11869
(performed with another repair.)
Model codes 6100,
6300, 6310
S-TYPE
BZ
Install e-clip on pivot shaft
44.91.23
0.25 hrs.
2000 MY
-with drive-in/out time
10.10.10
0.15 hrs.
VIN L00600-L11869
(only repair performed)
Model codes 6100,
6300, 6310
NOTE: Always perform a DCS claim search first to determine whether
this service action has been performed on this vehicle. The warranty
selection under the vehicle inquiry will give a listing of all claims
against the vehicle. If S114 appears in the fault code field, do not
perform this service action.
CLAIM SUBMISSION PROCEDURE:
Warranty summary codes have been assigned to this service action in order to simplify
claim submission. The dealership will be reimbursed the parts and labor time allowance
as indicated.
DCS DEALERS
Submit claims using the appropriate summary code for the vehicle model and work
performed. Follow standard campaign submission procedures.
NON-DCS DEALERS
Submit claims on the Recall Campaign Summary form W-25. Enter the appropriate
summary code for the vehicle model and work performed in the Repair Code column.
Do not use the W-1 warranty claim form.
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