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Old 07-07-2017, 04:41 PM
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Originally Posted by Gus
The hose splice kit that was developed by Jaguar for this type of application was a failure and is no longer available.
I believe they stopped offering it as it didn't really work.
 
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Old 11-05-2017, 04:24 PM
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What is the best way to remove the windshield top plate? I see there are two plastic caps that appear to cover fasteners at the ends of the plate. I cannot seem to pry them free and I do not want to muck things up.
 
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Old 11-05-2017, 04:36 PM
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There are hidden screws under the edge of the rubber seal at each end of the top plate. Pry the glued on seal a bit to see them.
 
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Old 11-05-2017, 10:09 PM
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Is this the seal you are talking about. I assumed the round piece was a push in clip to hold the seal end in place. Here is a picture.


 
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Hi, I think this will answer the question above, and a few others. Enjoy https://www.jaguarforum.com/showthre...=1#post1094300

You will let me know if it does resolve your issues wont you?
 
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Hi, You seem to be an experienced electrical guy. Maybe you could help design an electrical replacement for the top latch on 1997-2005 XK8s?
Someone on this forum says that the 2006 XK8s use an electric system.
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Old 01-28-2019, 03:50 AM
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Hi guys,

There is a lot of postings on this topic!

I had a 'Green Shower'. Bit of a surprise to say the least. To save any hassle with pressure relief vales etc etc I took the easy/lazy option of buying aftermarket hoses. Better and stronger, not to mention cheaper.

Also did a sort of 'how to' as I went along. Some browsing this topic may find it of use at a later date, oh and if you do use it a 'thank you' on the page would be nice.
So this is my thread, enjoy. Click me to jump to topic There are also posts before and after you may find useful too.
 
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Thank you for your great and detailed posting.

If the manual release key is missing, what size Allen wrench do you use instead?

Thanks,
Dave
 
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Old 12-06-2020, 10:55 AM
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6mm but it has been awhile. Have an 8mm handy just in case.
 
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Thanks!
 
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