Unable to unlock XJS
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Oh, me. Sounds like a link has come free.
1. Get a lock smith. They have methods. Your insurer may reimburse you!!
2. A "slim Jim". A flat strip with a notch on the end to snare a link and release the latch. Most of us do not have them. Cops and tow truck guys do !!!
3. At times it works, DIY method. A clothes hanger wire. Straightened with a hook
on the end to probe and grab a link to release the latch.
Carl
1. Get a lock smith. They have methods. Your insurer may reimburse you!!
2. A "slim Jim". A flat strip with a notch on the end to snare a link and release the latch. Most of us do not have them. Cops and tow truck guys do !!!
3. At times it works, DIY method. A clothes hanger wire. Straightened with a hook
on the end to probe and grab a link to release the latch.
Carl
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Andy,
Not sure on that year model,
BUT,
On my '85 I got locked out, forget how or why now, and I simply removed the 2 screws holding the RH outer door mirror to the door, then CAREFULLY moved it away from the door, and the backside of the lock flap of the remote handle is right there in your face, flicked that flap with a screwdriver, refitted the mirror, and opened the door.
Not sure on that year model,
BUT,
On my '85 I got locked out, forget how or why now, and I simply removed the 2 screws holding the RH outer door mirror to the door, then CAREFULLY moved it away from the door, and the backside of the lock flap of the remote handle is right there in your face, flicked that flap with a screwdriver, refitted the mirror, and opened the door.
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Welcome to the forum Andy,
I've merged your three identical threads together including ALL REPLIES into this single thread. DO NOT MAKE MULTIPLE POSTS of the same question.
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I've merged your three identical threads together including ALL REPLIES into this single thread. DO NOT MAKE MULTIPLE POSTS of the same question.
Please follow this link New Member Area - Intro a MUST - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum to the New Member Area - Intro a MUST forum and post some information about yourself and your vehicle for all members to see. In return you'll get a proper welcome and some useful advice about posting to the forum.
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