Rear Door Latch (G1818508): Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Jaguar XE and 2019 Jaguar XE. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: Protect the surrounding paintwork to avoid damage.

NOTE:

This procedure contains illustrations showing certain components removed to provide extra clarity.
This procedure contains some variation in the illustrations depending on the vehicle specification, but the essential information is always correct.
Make sure the door window is in the fully closed position.

Disconnect the startup battery ground cable.
Refer to: STARTUP BATTERY DISCONNECT AND CONNECT
To avoid accidental deployment, wait at least 2 minutes after you disconnect the startup battery ground cable.
Remove the rear door trim panel.
Refer to: REAR DOOR TRIM PANEL
Remove the exterior rear door handle.
Refer to: EXTERIOR REAR DOOR HANDLE
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Remove the 3 bolts.
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- Disconnect the 2 electrical connectors.
- Release the wiring harness clip.
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- Remove the screw.
- Remove the gasket.
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Release the rear door interior handle cable.
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Remove the rear door latch assembly.
NOTE: Only do the following step(s) if a new component is to be installed.

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Release the 2 boots.
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Remove the upper cover.
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Remove the lower cover.
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Detach the exterior handle cables from the door latch.
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Detach the rear door interior handle release cable.