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Old Feb 13, 2014 | 06:53 AM
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Just wondering where the bonnet/hood release handle is located in the car, sounds like a stupid question but on the test drive I couldn't see it.

Its a right hand drive 1999 XJ8, picking her up this afternoon.

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Old Feb 13, 2014 | 07:24 AM
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Its under the dash on the extreme right - right below the heater vent.
You'll need the door open to access it.

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Old Feb 13, 2014 | 07:27 AM
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Originally Posted by kyle04
Its under the dash on the extreme right - right below the heater vent.
You'll need the door open to access it.

AndyP
Thanks, no wonder I couldnt see whilst sat in the drivers seat with the door shut.
 
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Old Feb 14, 2014 | 07:56 PM
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1999 XJ Vehicle Care Handbook gives the hood release location and instructions on proper handling the hood (bonnet) when opening or closing it (see page 12 - page reference 1-8) in this PDF file:

https://www.dropbox.com/s/grqvg520q5...20Handbook.pdf

You can view on the webpage or download it to your PC (click on the download button).

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Old Feb 14, 2014 | 08:05 PM
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Should you ecide to go ahead, hopefully we'd see you at the upcoming planned meet event?

https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/u...y-tour-111085/

Its in your backyard after all......lol

Good luck with the car
 
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