Rear Bumper Cover: Installation

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.

All vehicles

Install the clips.
Install the lower trim panel.
- Tighten the bolts to 6 Nm (4 lb.ft).
Install the parking aid sensor.
- Carefully secure the clips.
- Repeat the above for the other 3 sensors.
Install the bumper insert.
- Install the clips.

NOTE: Do not disassemble further if the component is removed for access only.

Install the wiring harness.
- Connect and secure the electrical connectors.
- Carefully secure the clips.
Install the tire pressure antenna.
- Install the clips.
- Connect the electrical connector.
- Repeat the above procedure for the other side.
With assistance, install the rear bumper cover.
- Install the bolts and tighten to 6 Nm (4 lb.ft).
- Install the wiring harness.

Vehicles with supercharger

Attach the exhaust sound enhancement vacuum pump.
- Connect the electrical connectors.
- Tighten the bolt to 7 Nm (5 lb.ft)
- Secure the wiring harness clip.

All vehicles

Secure the lower edge of the bumper cover.

NOTE: Align to the position noted on removal.

Install the rear lamp assembly.
- Secure with the clip.
- Tighten the nuts to 2 Nm (1.5 lb.ft).
- Connect the electrical connector.
- Repeat the above procedure for the other side.
Install the fender splash shield.
- Tighten the Torx bolts.
- Repeat the above procedure for the other side.
Install the RH rear quarter trim panel.
- Install the clip.
Install the LH rear quarter trim panel. Refer to Loadspace Trim Panel - Vehicles Without: Convertible Top information.
Install the wheels and tires. Refer to Wheel and Tire information.