Hi
Here is an rear springs removal and install PDF file extracted from the JTIS Shop Repair Manual - 2000 XJ8:

2000 xj8 rear spring R&I.pdf

Jim Lombardi

 

I have been to the New Product Jaguar training for this suspension and that is what we were taught.

If you do it this way you will spend WAY too much time screwing around with the rear suspension!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Forget the manual and just lower the rear suspension steel plate to drop the lower control arms and the springs will FALL OUT.
Remove the 4 bolts from under the diff and pry down (bent the $*!^ out of the plate) with a 3 foot prybar. Stuff a block of wood or a 1/2" drive socket or something and let the arms fall!!

Jack the plate back up when the springs are in and put the bolts back in. I see so many people try to make this job harder than it is. I bet half the dealer mechanics could not even find the stupid beaded chain in the toolroom. I tried this 2 times and it took WAY too long to get the dampers out. The manual states the correct way to perform a task but then the manufacturer denies compensation to actually do it that way.

If you are laying in your driveway and have all weekend to work on your car then by all means, buy the special tools and take your time. If you actually have to make money or want it done quickly then you will find a more expedient method.

Just Saying!!!!!!!!!!!!!

bob gauff

 

Thanks , another FAQ

 

Hi Bob (motorman)
Thank you for your post. It is exactly what I always hope that will happen whenever I post these JTIS manual R&I threads. Especially where the PDF file is large like this one (24 pages, removal is 27 steps, install is 30 steps).

All actual experience and other ways to accomplish these R&I tasks (whatever steps are involved) are welcome additions to these posts. Actual Photos are also a "nice to have" addition.

Your solution makes sense and is appreciated.

Jim Lombardi