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Opening the boot with a flat battery on a Jaguar S-Type

Model: Jaguar S-Type MK 1 - Years 1999-2008
Part: Body

In this video tutorial, you will learn how to open the boot lid on a Jaguar S-Type by following these simple instructions. First, access the rear of the car and remove the rear seats by taking out the retaining clips and unclipping them; then, unscrew the fixing screws to access the boot lid from the inside. At this point, obtain a long tool to unclip the boot release wire and open it from the inside, as shown in the video; all that remains is to repair the boot lock!

Updated on 2 April 2026 by ScegliAuto

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