Cylinder Block
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Jaguar XKR and 2002 Jaguar XK8. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The cylinder block is of an enclosed 'V' design with 'Nikasil' plated cylinder bores to reduce piston friction, improve warm up and oil retention. A low volume coolant jacket improves warm up time and reduces piston noise levels.
Viewed from the driving position, the right-hand cylinder bank is designated A-bank and the left-hand cylinder bank as B-bank.
The cylinder bores of each bank are numbered 1 to 4, from the front of the vehicle.