Convertible Top Headliner: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Jaguar XKR, 2011 Jaguar XK, 2010 Jaguar XKR, and 2010 Jaguar XK. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the header rail upper trim panel. See Header Rail Upper Trim Panel .
Remove the convertible top hydraulic pump access panel
- Release the clip.

CAUTION: Do not loosen the Allen bolt more than 2 complete turns. Failure to follow this instruction may result in damage to the vehicle.

NOTE: The ignition must be switched off.

Release the convertible top system pressure.
- Loosen the Allen bolt up to a maximum of 2 complete turns.
Release the convertible top compartment lid.
- Release using the cable.

NOTE: Support as necessary.

Open the convertible top to the position shown.
- Raise the rear of the convertible top.
Release the rear edge of the convertible top headliner.
- Remove the 21 Torx screws.
- Remove the securing bracket.
Release the headliner from the rear window.
- Release from the Velcro strip.
Release the heated rear window wires from the headliner.
- Disconnect both heated rear window electrical connectors.
- Release the heated rear window wires from the headliner.
Reposition the rear window
- Fold over the rear window to allow access to the headliner retaining screws.

NOTE: Take note of the routing.

NOTE: Note the fitted position.

Release the headliner rear tension straps.
- Remove the 2 Torx bolts.
- Release the 2 springs.
Release the headliner from the rear of the convertible top frame.
- Remove the 5 screws.

NOTE: Note the fitted position.

Release the headliner central tension straps.
- Remove the 2 Torx bolts.
Release the headliner from the center of the convertible top frame.
- Remove the 5 screws.
Release the headliner from the front of the convertible top frame.
- Remove the 5 screws.
- Remove the 2 bolts.
- Collect the retaining bracket.
Remove the headliner.