Jaguar XJ (X351) V8-5.0L SC Technical Service Bulletin # JTB00248 Date: 120309
Body - Exterior Door Handle Sticking In The Open Position
JTB00248NAS1
09 MAR 2012
SECTION: 501
Exterior Door Handle Sticking in the Open Position
AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE:
XJ (X351) VIN: V00047 - Onwards
Model Year: 2010 - Onwards
CONDITION SUMMARY:
Situation:
After opening any door with the exterior handle, the following may occur:
^ The exterior door handle may stick in the open position
^ The door may not latch; and
^ With the ignition "ON", the "door open" warning may be activated
Action:
In the event of a customer concern of the above, refer to the Repair Procedure outlined below to rework the affected door(s) exterior handle.
PARTS:
No parts necessary
TOOLS:
Refer to Workshop Manual for any required special tools
WARRANTY
REPAIR PROCEDURE
REWORK EXTERIOR DOOR HANDLE(S)
CAUTION:
Make sure no damage is caused to the vehicle or the vehicles paint work.
NOTE:
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Do not disconnect the electrical connector.
1. Refer to Workshop Manual section 501-14: Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems, and remove the affected door handle:
^ Perform steps 1-2 only.
CAUTION:
Make sure no damage is caused to the vehicle or its paint work.
2. Use a suitable tool to remove the molded rib on both sides of the handle.
^ Make sure that all the excess plastic has been fully removed from the door handle.
3. Refer to Workshop Manual section 501-14: Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems, and install the reworked door handle.
4. Verify door handle operation.
5. Repeat steps 1-4 on each affected exterior door handle.