1998 JAGUAR X308 Workshop Manual

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JAGUAR X308 1998 2.G Workshop Manual  
The B and C posts and closing pane ls of both models are extensively reinforced to satisfy all forthcoming global legislation 
on side impact protection.  
Plenum Braces 
 
Braces bolted to welded b

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JAGUAR X308 1998 2.G Workshop Manual  
Drive shaft centre bearing support mounted in forward position, minimises NVH an d further increases floor stiffness.

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JAGUAR X308 1998 2.G Workshop Manual Front End Body Panels - Front End Body Panels 
Description and Operation 
The front body structure is de signed to satisfy bumper impact requiremen ts. The front bumper assembly forms a major 
front s

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JAGUAR X308 1998 2.G Workshop Manual Front End Body Panels - Cowl Panel Grille 
Removal and Installation 
Installation 
 
  1. 
Open the hood and fit fender covers. 
2.  Remove the wiper arm and  blade assembly. Refer to 
84.15.44.90. 
3

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JAGUAR X308 1998 2.G Workshop Manual Front End Body Panels - Driver Side Bulkhead Cover 
Removal and Installation 
Removal 
Installation 
 
 
 
1. CAUTION: Make sure the driver side bulkhead cover 
locating peg is not damaged during  rem

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JAGUAR X308 1998 2.G Workshop Manual Front End Body Panels - Passenger Side Bulkhead Cover 
Removal and Installation 
Removal 
Installation 
 
 
 
1. Lift and withdraw tool tray  cover, and remove tools. 
 
2. CAUTION: Make sure the pass

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JAGUAR X308 1998 2.G Workshop Manual Front End Body Panels - Radiator Grille Opening Panel 
Removal and Installation 
Removal 
Installation 
 
  1. 
Open hood and fit fender covers. 
 
2.  Slacken and remove the ten cl osing panel securi

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JAGUAR X308 1998 2.G Workshop Manual Front End Body Panels - Radiator Grille Opening Panel Reinforcement Removal and Installation 
Removal 
Installation 
 
  1. 
Remove radiator grilles. Refer to 76.55.03. 
2.  Remove radiator grille sur