How to Replace Window Glass in an XJS

The Jaguar XJS was a luxury, grand-touring car first produced in 1975. The vehicle's V-12 engine was a cause for much discussion for many right up until it was decommissioned in 1996. The XJS was based upon the popular XJ saloon. In 1981, the XJS received a high-efficiencuy efficient engine that raised the power of models sold in the U.S. to 263 hp.

Instructions

1

Open up the door containing the broken glass. Remove the door-panel screws with a Phillips screwdriver. Carefully lift the door panel away from the door.

2

Pull the water deflector away from the door. Pull it toward you until it comes free.

3

Lower the window regulator to its lowest possible position. The window regulator is a metallic. cross-shaped component. It features a horizontal bar at the top that connects to the window.

4

Remove the two bolts which connect the window to the window regulator; use a hex wrench. Lift the window out of the frame.

5

Slide a new window in to the window frame. Line up the bolt holes on the bottom of the window with those on the regulator . Secure the window in place by reattaching the two bolts. Reconnect the water deflector and door panel.