Bonnet problem XJ6
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Energency Hood/Bonnet Release
In the upper wheel well on both sides is a plug (if it hasn't fallen out). It's easy to see because of the 2 nuts securing the latch to the fender wall.
Upon removing this plug (you might not want to lose it), insert a largish flat screwdriver pointing Forward.
You're looking for this:
The red arrow indicates the plug from above. The green arrow is the "lever" which you want to push BACK to release the latch. It's a simple slide mechanism.
You can see how you might need to poke around for a bit until you're sure you're on the correct object, but when you find it simply pry against the edge of the hole and the latch will release.
If you think it's a good idea, you might want to lube the latch components for easier operation.
The cable will last longer as it will pull easier if this is done once in a while.
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Upon removing this plug (you might not want to lose it), insert a largish flat screwdriver pointing Forward.
You're looking for this:
The red arrow indicates the plug from above. The green arrow is the "lever" which you want to push BACK to release the latch. It's a simple slide mechanism.
You can see how you might need to poke around for a bit until you're sure you're on the correct object, but when you find it simply pry against the edge of the hole and the latch will release.
If you think it's a good idea, you might want to lube the latch components for easier operation.
The cable will last longer as it will pull easier if this is done once in a while.
(';')
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Welcome to the forums Philipa.
Check out this old thread.
https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/x...es-1-a-125609/
When you get a moment please post an intro thread in the new member area.
https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/n...-intro-must-5/
Check out this old thread.
https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/x...es-1-a-125609/
When you get a moment please post an intro thread in the new member area.
https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/n...-intro-must-5/
Last edited by o1xjr; 06-08-2016 at 07:49 AM.
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