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Headlights - Condensation/Revised Lens

417-06

XK

DATE: 07/03
Amended 04/04

MODEL:
1997-*2004* MY XK Range

VIN:
001001 - *A39841*

Condensation Build-Up - Headlamp Assembly - Install Revised Lens

Remove and destroy Bulletin 417-06 dated 07/03. Replace with this Bulletin.

Updated information is shown with asterisks.

Issue:

On some 1997-*2004* MY XK vehicles, within the above VIN range, customers may complain of condensation build-up in the headlamp assemblies.

A new modified headlamp lens with an anti-mist coating is available to solve this complaint without replacing the complete headlamp assembly. This lens should only be installed if the ventilation modifications outline in Technical Bulletin 417-05 Amended 04/04 have not been successful.

Action:

In case of a customer complaint of the above condition on a 1997-*2004* MY XK vehicle within the above VIN range, first refer to the repair procedure in Technical Bulletin 417-05. If the modification procedure has been performed and has not solved the concern, install a new lens as outlined below.

1. Install new headlamp lens assembly (see Workshop Manual, JTIS CD ROM section 417-01, SRO 86.41.39).





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