Usually the fuse panel on an E Type Jaguar is simply accessed by removing the knurled screws in the upper corners of the instrument panel and fold the panel down. Mine refuses to move even an inch. All suggestions will be greatly appreciated.

 

Year and model always helps us help you.
that said, have you been able to lower it in the past? If so,, how long ago? Was there any work done in that area that might contribute to the problem?
here's a link that may help
https://forums.jag-lovers.com/t/e-ty...a-s1-car/99456

 

Sounds like the radio panel might interfere with the instrument panel where it hinges. Remove 2 bolts, 2 nuts then slide radio panel loose and check if instrument panel is free.

 

I agree, radio panel can interfere. Has it moved at all or been distorted by some work?

 

Must be the radio frame blocking the fuse panel and billb44 has the correct solution

 

My 67 OTS has the same exact problem. It is the radio frame. Mine has been reupholstered and the material is slightly thicker than the original, causing a much tighter fit that doesn’t allow the fuse panel to rotate properly. You must remove the radio frame in order to access the fuses. There is a rubber seal at the base of the panel you may choose not to fold that in, this way there a little more room to open the panel. It worked in mine making it a little less challenging

 

You are exactly right. It was the radio frame. My car was recently reupholstered as well.
Thanks so much for all the help.

 

you are absolutely right. I removed the radio box and the panel opened up. Thanks for all the help.