2000 Jaguar XJ8 BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

In Vehicle Temperature Sensor - Removal and Installation: Notes

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All vehicles. 

  1. Reposition the steering column to its maximum rearward position.
  2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to Battery, Mounting and Cables .

Left-hand drive vehicles. 

  1. Remove the ignition lock cylinder. Refer to Steering Column .

All vehicles. 

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    CAUTION: Make sure damage does not occur to the instrument panel finish panel.
  1. Remove the instrument panel finish panel.
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  2. Remove the instrument cluster finish panel.
    1. Remove the retaining screws.
    2. Remove the instrument cluster finish panel.
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  3. Remove the instrument panel lower trim panel.
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  4. Remove the steering column finish panel retaining screws.
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  5. Remove the steering column finish panel.
    1. Remove the steering column finish panel retaining screws.
    2. Remove the steering column finish panel.
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  6. Detach the steering column lower shroud.
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  7. Remove the lower steering column lower shroud.
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  8. Disconnect the in-vehicle temperature sensor electrical connector.
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  9. Disconnect the in-vehicle temperature sensor hose.
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  10. Remove the in-vehicle temperature sensor.
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.