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Old 03-27-2017, 07:54 AM
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Found this part (see pics) laying in the bottom of the engine shield.
I checked the numbers on the part but nothing comes up.
Does anyone know what this part is & where it belongs?
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Old 03-27-2017, 07:55 AM
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Old 03-27-2017, 08:23 AM
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That looks like a duct for channeling water.

I have ,if I remember correctly, that duct sticking down from where the air conditioner produces water.
 
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Alternator cooling duct.
 
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Is it really necessary?
 
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Is it really necessary?
It cools the alternator by inducing air into the rear. Obviously Jaguar thought it was enough to create the scoop and ducting.
 
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+1 On alternator cooling duct
 
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