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I'm trying to remove the alternator on my 1996 XK8 and it's proving a bit of a puzzle.

Removal of the air filter box gives access from above to undo the bolts - but there is not enough room to remove the alternator.

From below - I've removed the oil filter and alternator mounting bracket - but there isn't sufficient room to get it out that way either.

Is there a technique to remove the alternator? (other than paying your dealer )

Thanks in advance

The additional step in Jaguar's method is to remove the fan and motor assembly from radiator. This should allow the alternator to be moved forwards, then turned through 90 degs and pulled out upwards between the engine and radiator.

When refitting, its also recommended that the spacer bush in the mounting bracket is eased slightly rearwards. I'd presume that this increases clearance until the through bolt is tightened and puts the bush back.

Hi nrandlexj40,
There is a good write up of the procedure with photo's here:
https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/xk8- ... nt-126933/
As they say a "photo is worth a thousand words"
Hope that helps a bit anyway.
Take care.
Andy.

Thanks guys

I'll give this a go - there certainly isn't much room in this engine bay - makes me miss my old XJ40

Thanks again guys

Removing the fan pack gives plenty of room to swap the alternator - and whilst I'm there I'll swap the serpentine belt

Hopefully I'll get the car in for an MOT soon after many years off the road

Glad your getting there.
Let us know how you get on with the MOT if you can.
Good luck and take care.
Andy