Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2000 Jaguar XJRFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Driver Door Module (DDM): Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Jaguar XKR and 2002 Jaguar XK8. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Open the driver's door, or both doors if necessary, to allow the side windows to drop. Ensure that the doors remain open until after the battery has been disconnected.
- Disconnect the battery ground cable.
- Refer to BATTERY DISCONNECTION PROCEDURE .
- Remove the trim pad from the door; refer to DOOR TRIM PANEL .
- Remove the door speaker from the door.
- Remove the four bolts which secure the speaker. (1)
- Disconnect and remove the speaker.
- Support the speaker, disconnect the multi-plug and remove the speaker. (1)
- Disconnect the door module.
- Remove the three screws which secure the module to the door. (1)
- Reposition the module outwards through the speaker aperture.
- Disconnect the harness from the module.
- Disconnect the two multi-plugs. (1)
- Remove the module. (2)
- If necessary remove the foam gasket from the module; note that a new gasket must be fitted when installing a new module.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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