Jaguar S-Type AJV6 2.5 3.0 V6 timing chain kit

Jaguar AJ-V6 Petrol Timing Chain Kit

As you’ve probably found out by now, this Jaguar AJ-V6 petrol timing chain kit is no longer available from Jaguar. At the moment, our AJ-V6 timing chain kit is the only readily available option. You may see “alternatives” online listed for Ford V6 Duratec or Mazda V6 engines, but those will NOT fit Jaguar AJ-V6 engines. Ours will fit. Please read the information below before placing your order.

It’s important to note that Jaguar VIN data can sometimes be inaccurate when identifying the exact part required.

Various models were fitted with the AJ-V6 3.0 petrol engine, and the Jaguar VIN does not always reliably indicate the correct AJ-V6 generation. Because of this, we cannot give a guaranteed answer about which generation timing chain kit you need based on the VIN alone.

We advise everyone to remove the timing cover first and compare what you see with the reference pictures in our listing. This helps avoid mistakes and ensures you order the correct kit from us.

Jaguar AJ-V6 Applications

Jaguar introduced this V6 engine in 1999, and it was produced until 2011.

It was used in the Jaguar S-Type (X202, etc.), X-Type, XJ (X350) and early versions of the Jaguar XF.

• 2000–2008 Jaguar S-Type, 240 hp (179 kW; 243 PS) and 221 lb⋅ft (300 N⋅m)
• 2002–2009 Jaguar X-Type, 228 hp (170 kW; 231 PS) and 209 lb⋅ft (283 N⋅m)
• 2003–2010 Jaguar XJ, 237 hp (177 kW; 240 PS) and 216 lb⋅ft (293 N⋅m)
• 2008–2011 Jaguar XF, 240 hp (179 kW; 243 PS) and 221 lb⋅ft (300 N⋅m)
• 2000–2006 Lincoln LS

Compatible Engine Variants

These V6 timing chain kits are compatible with the following petrol engines:

• AJ20 2.1L V6 petrol engine
• AJ25 2.5L V6 petrol engine
• AJ30 3.0L V6 petrol engine

It is important to note that the AJ-V6 engines have three variants. Therefore, you will need to choose from three options. Jaguar’s VIN or UK registration number provides insufficient information to identify which AJ-V6 timing chain kit you need, but we will try to help you recognise the correct type using our pictures.

Options by Production Year

• 1999–2002: Gen 1 — VIN numbers before L76000
• 2003–2008: Gen 2 — VIN numbers between L76000 and M45254
• 2008–2011: Gen 3 — VIN numbers from M45255. This generation is fitted with VVT gear adjuster solenoids.

S-Type Gen 1: X200
S-Type Gen 2–Gen 3: X202, X204, X206

The above VIN serial numbers can be found in S-Type models. X-Type and other models fitted with the same AJ-V6 engine variant have different serial numbers.

Original Equipment Timing Chain Kit Part Numbers

• Gen 1: XR83320
• Gen 2: C2S46348

Included Parts for Gen 1

• 2x timing chains — C2S46348
• 2x thick tensioners
• 1x crankshaft sprocket — XR83323
• 2x PA66 chain slippers — XR85175
• 2x PA66 chain slippers — XR819504

Included Parts for Gen 2–3

• 2x timing chains
• 2x thin tensioners
• 1x crankshaft sprocket
• 2x PA66 chain slippers — C2C8279
• 2x PA66 chain slippers

* These AJ-V6 timing chain kits WILL NOT FIT diesel engines or AJ-V8 engines!

* We display a full timing chain kit in our main image. However, the ALUMINIUM CHAIN GUIDES ARE NOT INCLUDED in the price. You will receive the entire kit except for the aluminium guides.

* These parts were developed by us. We can undertake the development of other NLA parts if you contact us and are happy to send us samples.