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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.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSJAGUAR2008XK (X150) V8-4.2LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERING AND SUSPENSIONSUSPENSIONCONTROL ARMSERVICE AND REPAIRFRONT SUSPENSIONFRONT LOWER ARM
2008 Jaguar XK (X150) V8-4.2L
Front Lower Arm
2008 Jaguar XK (X150) V8-4.2LSECTION Front Lower Arm
Front Lower Arm
Removal
CAUTION: Nuts and bolts must be tightened with the weight of the vehicle on the suspension.
1. WARNING: Do not work on or under a vehicle supported only by a jack. Always support the vehicle on safety stands.
Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the LH front wheel and tire.
3. NOTE: Note the fitted position.
Release the forward lower control arm.
> Remove the 2 bolts and discard the nuts.
Installation
1. Install the forward lower control arm.
> Install the bolt and tighten the new nut to 60 Nm (44 lb.ft) + 135 degrees.
> Tighten the 14 mm bolt to 175 Nm (129 lb.ft).
2. Install the wheel and tire.
3. Using only four-wheel alignment equipment approved by Jaguar, check the wheel alignment, and adjust if required.
Removal
CAUTION: Nuts and bolts must be tightened with the weight of the vehicle on the suspension.
1. WARNING: Do not work on or under a vehicle supported only by a jack. Always support the vehicle on safety stands.
Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the LH front wheel and tire.
3. NOTE: Note the fitted position.
Release the forward lower control arm.
> Remove the 2 bolts and discard the nuts.
Installation
1. Install the forward lower control arm.
> Install the bolt and tighten the new nut to 60 Nm (44 lb.ft) + 135 degrees.
> Tighten the 14 mm bolt to 175 Nm (129 lb.ft).
2. Install the wheel and tire.
3. Using only four-wheel alignment equipment approved by Jaguar, check the wheel alignment, and adjust if required.
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When to See a Mechanic
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.