1998 JAGUAR X308 Workshop Manual

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JAGUAR X308 1998 2.G Workshop Manual Body Closures - Fuel Filler Door Removal and Installation 
Removal 
Installation 
 
 1. 
Remove battery cover and disconnect ground cable from battery 
terminal. Refer to Section 86.15.19. 
 
2.  Remo

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JAGUAR X308 1998 2.G Workshop Manual Body Closures - Hood 
Removal and Installation 
Removal 
1. CAUTION: The hood assembly  must be fully supported 
throughout the following procedure. 
Fit fender covers. 
2.  Open hood and apply protec

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JAGUAR X308 1998 2.G Workshop Manual Installation 
 
 
9. Remove hood insulation pad. 
Slacken and remove the hood  insulation pad securing 
screws and remove insulation pad from hood.  
Remove and discard the screw inserts  
10.

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JAGUAR X308 1998 2.G Workshop Manual  
 
 
9. Fit gas struts to hood ensuring  that securing clips fully seat. 
10.  Remove any temporary supports, carefully lower hood and 
check and adjust alignmen t. Refer to 76.16.02. 
11.  Fully tig

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JAGUAR X308 1998 2.G Workshop Manual Body Closures - Hood Hinge 
Removal and Installation 
Removal 
Installation 
 
 1. 
CAUTION: Before slackening hi nge bolts, ensure that the 
hood is sufficiently supported to  prevent damage to paint

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JAGUAR X308 1998 2.G Workshop Manual Body Closures - Hood Striker 
Removal and Installation 
Removal 
Installation 
 
 1. 
Raise hood and fit fender covers. 
 
2. Slacken locknut and screw stri ker assembly out of nylon 
insert. 
1.  Scr

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JAGUAR X308 1998 2.G Workshop Manual Body Closures - Hood Strut 
Removal and Installation 
Removal 
Installation 
 
 1. 
Open hood and fit fender covers. 
2.  Install suitable supports for hood. 
 
3. Release retaining clip in stru t upp

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JAGUAR X308 1998 2.G Workshop Manual Body Closures - Luggage Compartment Lid Hinge 
Removal and Installation 
Removal 
Installation 
1. CAUTION: Before slackening hi nge securing bolts, ensure 
that trunk lid is sufficiently supported to