1998 JAGUAR X308 Workshop Manual

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JAGUAR X308 1998 2.G Workshop Manual Front End Body Panels - Radiator Splash Shield Removal and Installation 
Removal 
Installation 
 
 1. 
Raise front of vehicle and support on stands. 
 
2. Remove and discard seven scrivets  securing u

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JAGUAR X308 1998 2.G Workshop Manual Body Closures - Body Closures 
Description and Operation 
Front and Rear Doors 
 
Each front and rear door consists of a welded, mild steel inner frame and an outer  panel. The outer panel is welded t

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JAGUAR X308 1998 2.G Workshop Manual the BIW front upper crossmember. Two gas struts secured to the hood by pi vot pins and snap-on couplings, support the 
hood in the open position. A full width  insulating pad is secured by screws to t

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JAGUAR X308 1998 2.G Workshop Manual  
The hinged fuel filler flap which is attached to the rear saddle panel by two nuts, incorporates a rubber buffer, snap-in 
striker, hinge spring and fuel cap stowage magnet. The rubber fuel bowl mou

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JAGUAR X308 1998 2.G Workshop Manual Body Closures - Hood Alignment 
General Procedures 
 
 1. 
Open hood and fit fender covers. 
 
2. Slacken hood to hinge securing bo lts. just sufficiently to permit 
movement of hood. 
 
3.  Adjust po

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JAGUAR X308 1998 2.G Workshop Manual Body Closures - Door 
Removal and Installation 
Removal 
Installation 
WARNING: FOLLOWING REPAIR OR RENEWAL OF A FRONT DOOR, IT MUST BE ENSURED THAT A SIDE AIRBAG 
WARNING LABEL IS AFFIXED TO THE REAR

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JAGUAR X308 1998 2.G Workshop Manual  
 2. 
Ensure that multiplugs are clea r of door front edge, and check 
arm is fully retracted, then with assistance, lift door into 
position and locate hinge pins. 
3.  Fit and fully tighten new hin

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JAGUAR X308 1998 2.G Workshop Manual Body Closures - Front Door Opening Weatherstrip 
Removal and Installation 
Removal 
• NOTE: Door seals should only be remove d when absolutely necessary, as removal may result in damage and the nece