Originally Posted by jimlombardi

Hi Ken
Good work finding that forum thread ("Any possible way to get the trunk open?").

Since the thread is almost one year old and has 20 postings in it, I though it might be helpful to include a copy of Forum member newuser post# 20 in the thread:

"Just remove the license plate and using a flash light look through the upper screw hole to locate where the latch mechanism is and once you see where it is, stick a semi long thin flat head screw driver through the hole and gently poke the mechanism where you see a small metal tab and it'll pop open."

And the other earlier one by newuser post# 15:

"I got it open in less than 2 minutes with the method suggested above by Gus. All I used was a long thin flat head screw driver and a a flash light to see through the hole and locate the latch mechanism. With the screw driver I lightly pushed on a small metal tab and the trunk popped right open and the valet mode was disabled (no need to disconnect battery). Hope this helps those with the same trunk issue."

I am sure these 2 posts will be helpful to others that find themselves in this same situation.

Thank you Ken for finding the thread.

Jim Lombardi

Originally Posted by motorcarman

XJ8 sedans do NOT have convertible tops!!!!!!!