How to change your XF X260 courtesy bulbs

[@indjanek]

Thanks Hilton, good luck finding XFR. I am thinking of changing my XF for XJR x308 :)

[@carfanfan]

You will love the XJR. I've had a look at a few already too. Very tempting!

[@aubullion]

Just finished getting this done on my driver side! (Passenger tomorrow). That clip was a real pain to get out! Thank you again for such helpful videos!

[@DS-ec6lt]

Really enjoy your videos and appreciate the time you take to make them. Wanted to add a bit of advice on changing out the mirror puddle lights. When you're trying to "push" out the clip you have to angle your screw driver downwards so that the clip compresses and not straight in. If you go straight in you'll be hitting the top of the clip and it won't budge. Mine took a bit of effort but finally popped out. One other thing worth mentioning, when you pry off the mirror there's always a good chance you'll break a clip or two. So be careful on the removal and install of the mirror.

[@Rickbearcat]

Yes, your videos are indeed helpful and entertaining at the same time. I'm happy that you have gained a following and that every comment that I read here is pleasant, unlike some other KZbin channels. I think that we all really appreciate you for what you teach us. I know that I do. The only regret in my mind with getting an XFR in the 2010-2012 range is going to be the infotainment system. It just won't have the technology of the newer cars. If you can live with that and or find solutions around it, I think that you will love the car.

[@carfanfan]

Thanks Rick. I'm looking at a 2012 and up XFR - facelift. I'm not too concerned with the media system, as long as it can play my music from USB I'm happy. Even with my new XF, I often have to use my phone's GPS because the satnav is cumbersome to use and already outdated. The XFR is just awesome to listen to and a total beast. I'm gutted I lost that one on Saturday. The salesman was actually more concerned with sanitizing everything than actually selling me the car and faffed too much. It would have been a great car to own. I'm gutted. But hopefully I'll find a better one ;) Thanks for your support and watching.

[@Rickbearcat]

@@carfanfan ...I've plugged in my iPhone into the USB port of my 2010 XF (just to keep it powered and charging) and I've never seen anything in my entertainment system that would allow me to pull music off my phone and into the entertainment system to play, say, Spotify or XM radio. Maybe a tutorial on that would be something you could look at teaching us in the future? Thanks for the kind words.

[@JoePineappless]

Thanks for the video, another little thing I now know how to do ;-)

[@AndrewKNI]

Nice look Hilton. Your car is looking good too. :-)

[@carfanfan]

Thanks Andy. Good to know you're doing well and staying safe during this CoVid19 thing. 😉

[@AndrewKNI]

@@carfanfan I'm surviving Hilton though can't wait for some normality to return and we can say "Goodbye to the Rona" :-) . Good luck with the XF Sport if you see the right one :-)

[@THA6reat1]

Another great video thanks as always again ..I was just looking at one of your older videos last week on how to do this and I learn from your old Jag how to take off tha side mirror covers but I couldn't seem to know how to take off tha mirror until you did this video showing us how and all I have to say is wow🌟you are right on time🕐 😁😄😆 .. ..

[@carfanfan]

Glad this video helped you mate 😊👍

[@drofluf]

Basically the same mirror on my 2009 SuperV8 Portfolio...thanks for your video, couldnt find any XJ materials to help me make that LED swap! Worked a treat....

[@carfanfan]

Glad it helped

[@flibbertigibbet6200]

Xfr's are weapons lol good luck. Wish somebody would post how to do retrofit folding mirrors. I have had my 2015 Jag for a month now but due to covid and working from home I just get to look at it out the window 😄 I do love her though.

[@carfanfan]

I sometimes park mine outside just so I can admire it. But I'd admire an older shape one more than the new one I have now. Can't wait to finally have an XFR. It was a hard decision because it could be financially ruining if I buy one that turns out problematic so I must be diligent in my choice and not rush it. 😉

[@FormulaEGeek]

Great video as always, i have decided to sell my XF as well, mine went in for service last week and i was given a XE for the day with that beautiful 3L V6 and i am hooked, plus its just that little smaller which would be nice given the narrow country road around my home and workplace. But i will still keep watching your videos as they are super informative and interesting.

[@carfanfan]

Hey Greg, the new facelifted XE is a brilliant car. Good choice. Jag have brought the quality up to where it should have been from the launch of that car. Now it's a true Jag and the infotainment system is finally in the current decade.

[@carfanfan]

@@laisvunas1977 You are right.

[@geordieboy5679]

Another great video I have a new video coming up and Maybe a few interested facts that you might not have known

[@ManagerArinc]

First of all thanks for the nice video, Hilton. I would keep this Jag. You done so much things on it and it's technically much newer than an older XF. But it's your own choice mate 😊

[@carfanfan]

Thanks man. Yeah, its been a difficult decision but I really love the XFR and before I die, I must own one. Best to try and get one while there are some for sale with low mileage still ;)

[@husseinaziz7824]

Thanks a lot dear very appreciated with your nice work and service

[@JoePineappless]

I've got to admit, I think the X250 looks miles better, more muscular, sporty and characterful. I'm not criticizing the Jaguar designers in any way but I think they've made the new version a bit "flat" if you know what I mean. When I bought mine I didn't really understand the difference but after viewing both there was only one for me.

[@carfanfan]

I know exactly what you mean Jeff. The new one looks really awesome, but with no performance models, it's let down and comes across rather bland. Jaguar's used to stand out among the crowd, but nobody looks as much at this car as they did my old 10 year old XF.

[@JoePineappless]

@@carfanfan I agree mate, even though mine is 7 years old, I keep it well looked after, its NEVER dirty, I notice people looking at her, for she is a female lol. All my cars have been..............Yesterday I even saw a guy in a Merc 6.2 looking "lovingly" at my car. It is a beautiful creation, I wish I could leave a legacy like that.

[@carfanfan]

@@JoePineappless Jeff, your legacy is your car mate. You can't compete with that.

[@sqwidink1]

@@carfanfan I have a 2010 xf in black far better looking vehicle. Thinking about a 5.0 supercharged beast next

[@JoePineappless]

@@sqwidink1 Thats insane lol. But god am I jealous.

[@yh_itsbillybilalahmed4991]

Hi, can you make a video on jag eco start and stop battery position. I have got x260 start and stop not working and i am confused if it's the some sensor or battery issue. I can't even find a smaller battery if there is any in the car. thank you

[@carfanfan]

Hey Billy, this link should help you www.jaginfo.org/threads/start-stop-auxiliary-battery.96946/

[@billybob241]

Love all your vids Hilton, just got my 2017 XF prestige and absolutely love it, have to admit I do envy your enthusiasm in pulling your jags to bits you really do it with ease, very informative 👍😄🇬🇧

[@carfanfan]

Thanks BB. If you have the workshop manuals, it's easy to work on these cars. You just need to be patient the first time and take your time while doing things. Always use logic as to how things are put together and that there are probably hidden screws somewhere and then use the manuals as guidance. Thanks for watching ;)

[@dontuno]

Be interesting to see you proposing to get back into a 250. Lots of debate on a Jag forum I frequent and a polarising suggestion the 250 remains a superior car to the 260.

[@carfanfan]

Hey BC. My own opinion is the older car is the better car. And if I'm going back to an X250, it might as well be the top dog, the XFR 😂

[@JoePineappless]

@@carfanfanLunatic lol I once ran a 4.2 supercharged XKR. Pure madness, truth is, I really got fed up of filling her up.

[@edwinajones3067]

Hello I have a question I remember you should have in the video when the trunk will not pop open but I noticed that there looks like there's two shocks so I have the Jaguar 2009 XF and there's two shot so is it the shorter shock that I should be replacing where the little tap hits or should it be the larger my husband slam that truck one time and it never opened again I would appreciate your help with provided me what shots I should be replacing or should I be just replacing the little tab that that shot kids thank you and have a blessed day be safe

[@carfanfan]

Hi Edwina. You need to replace the two larger shocks. The smaller one's are actually not shocks, they are springs which assist in the auto open. The shocks are called gas struts and I'd recommend getting the Jag ones because I used the aftermarket ones on my car first and they kept popping off.

[@edwinajones3067]

@@carfanfan I went down to the Jaguar dealership to order the. Gas Struts they don't think it's the gas struts it's possibly the truck latch or the wiring go to it do you have a video on replacing the truck latch

[@karluk7724]

Great video,but you can access the tab by adjusting up mirror to the maximum upright position.🙂👍

[@nevillefletcher7518]

Keep this Jag, you have done so much to it now, it’s a shame to trade it or sell it... 🤔😔

[@emadjajaan3057]

Many thanks for the useful and helpful videos Could you please explain to us how toRetrofit Blind Spot Monitoring Jaguar XF X260 and which parts we need to do it?

[@carfanfan]

I'm afraid blind spot monitoring is something you must purchase already fitted to the car. It's not just a plug and play affair. The canbus of the car needs to be updated and the entire mirror needs to be changed as the sensors are built into the internals of the mirror housing.

[@mohammadalrawi2116]

Love your channel hoping that you’ll keep your x260. One thing I wanted to know is can I swap my 8 inch screen with a used oem 10inch

[@carfanfan]

Thanks Mo. Switching the 8 for a 10 inch screen is difficult when going OEM. The plugs are different and the canbus needs to be programmed for the larger screen. It can be done but it will be quite a faff to get right. Sort of when guys replace their stand6 headlights with the LED ones and then have a fast ticking blinker which can't be resolved. Some things will work, others just won't. Hope that helps 😉

[@elegram9767]

Hello it is possible to have instructions for replacing the complete mirror of the jaguar xf 2015

[@carfanfan]

Woah, that's a completely different job. It requires taking the door pad off. My next video will be about the brakes, but the video after that, will be on how to remove the door pad to fix an annoying rattle. Watch that video, because you need to remove the door pad in order to change the mirror - I'll quickly cover that in my video when I film it as well and show you which bolts need to be undone to take the entire mirror off.

[@markparker-king3844]

Ill be having a go at the wing mirrors tomorrow.

[@markparker-king3844]

I've only gone and swopped bulbs for white LEDs. I didn't even have to remove the mirror just adjusted so the gap at the bottom opened up enough to get the screw driver in. Then boom as you said the lens just pops out.

[@carfanfan]

That's a good tip Mark. Thanks for sharing ;)

[@royster3345]

I'll try that with the mirror still fitted as well now I know where the clip is, thanks. I have a white XF and don't like the yellow shade of the light.

[@luisicomur]

Nice video ! any link for white bulbs (not blued) ???

[@jaguarbelgium-BE]

Thanks nice video

[@severnsea]

Great video as always, but would it not be possible to prise out the light fitting from outside the mirror housing rather than removing the mirror? I only ask because I broke one mirror when trying to snap it off on my last car (as luck has it, it was a heated mirror and the heating element had failed so I was replacing it anyway), but I had to be really careful putting the new one back on as I had to press really hard to snap it back in and I was concerned I might break the new one too. It looks to me as though a small knife would slide in from the bottom of the mirror, on the side where the clip is. Having removed these already, do you think it would be possible to do it that way? I can't try it at the moment as I don't have the car for a couple of days. Very odd that the owner's handbook tells you how to change all the exterior bulbs except this one - in fact there's no mention of it at all in the handbook!

[@carfanfan]

Unfortunately, you then risk breaking the light fitting. That clip is really in there tight and one needs to leverage a screw driver on top of the clip in order to press it down. Some guys have said they've left the mirror in place and stuck the screwdriver under the mirror. I tried that and it didn't work.

[@aburkhon9136]

Hi bro, what do you think about engine and highway body noise in Jaguar XF 2020? I know that diesel engines are actually surprisingly quiet, as well as powerful, helping the XF to be a great overall package as a motorway car. Although the 3.0-litre diesels pack more punch and are slightly smoother, the 197bhp 2.2-litre is still a good engine and is the one to go for if you want the best all-rounder. Do you think does external insulation work? Cheers

[@carfanfan]

The XF is very quiet at motorway speeds. I only my XF's engine if I floor it hard to overtake, but once cruising again, it's really quiet. the NVH in Jags has always been good - even in the older generation XF's. The older one suffered from a little bit of wind noise by the mirrors but not all of them did which was the case with my older XF. It was super quiet. You won't hear much wind or engine noise, just a bit of road noise from the tires, but it's quiet enough at high speed to have a conversation - around 140kph or 80mph - very quiet.

[@thebigtl913]

Many thanks for your instructions in fitting replacement LED courtsey bulbs to my XF and purchased the exact LED's you recommended... tested them in situ... both flashed once... then nothing!!

[@carfanfan]

That's odd. Perhaps they are defective. Mine are still working perfectly and I've been messing around with my mirrors with the indicators and covers and haven't had a light go out on me yet. Perhaps try some other canbus brand and see if they work better.

[@thebigtl913]

@@carfanfan Thanks for your input. However, they are NOT defective, and so as not to waste them... they are now the Philips LED -T10 W5W areworking perfectly in the front footwells left and right! My Jage model is Aug 2012. My local Jaguar dealer states; " that the later models, fitting LED's also interior lighting can trigger a 'default', the the electrical system", and goes on to say; even the LED, registration plate bulbs has been known to cause a problem. I fitted mine over two years ago, and the LED's are still working perfectly!! The plot thickens!

[@carfanfan]

@@thebigtl913 very interesting. What I found when doing mine was that the puddle lights on the mirrors must be canbus as well as the licence plate lights and then no issues. I tried fitting non canbus to my puddle lights and got the same results you got. They flash and then don't work thereafter.

[@Mukith93]

Thanks for the video ive just changed my puddle lights to LED ones but ive got purple dots appearing from them, any idea why?

[@carfanfan]

LoL, yeah unfortunately you won't get rid of this little dots. The LED disperses light differently to incandescent and thanks to the little perforations on the cover through which the light shines, it causes it to make little dots, some of varying color. Mine does it too, but still, it looks better than that yellow light ;)

[@Mukith93]

@@carfanfan no worries thanks for the video mate keep it up! one more question, im thinking of changing the reverse light bulbs to led aswell as they look abit dull, will the same t10 bulb fit or is it a different one?

[@carfanfan]

@@Mukith93 yup, same T10 bulbs will fit 😉

[@harrysquatter9896]

Same here, fitted LEDs to the puddles, one flash then nothing. I guess they need to be canbus

[@LisaRogerC]

Thanks Hilton, you rock.....

[@РусланРагимов-э9т]

Hi Hilton! Thanks for the videos. I have an XF x260 too. And I'm very disappointed by the interior squeaks and rattles. The one I still can't find and fix is around the front right door. Did you notice something like this in your XF?

[@carfanfan]

Hey there. My X260 had absolutely no rattles or squeaks. The noise in your right front door, is it a squeak or a rattle?

[@РусланРагимов-э9т]

​@@carfanfan Lucky you:) It's a rattle. More info: 1) It appears on middle speeds: from ~40km/h to 140km/h; 2) Seems, it's caused by vibrations came from our Russian rough asphalt:); 3) It's heard especially clear when the road curves to the left. Thank you in advance!

[@Smileydrb]

Hello Hilton. Thank you so much for your videos for the XF. Beautiful car by the way. They have helped me immensely. I hope your search leads you to your find. This video is going to be very helpful. I have 2011 XF. I changed all the bulbs except the mirrors. Had a hard time with it. Seeing it done let's me know was not far off. The screw driver was probably to small to release the he clip. I will try again soon. Thank you again for the video help. I do have one question, Looking to upgrade or just change the roof antenna and having problems with XM. Signal drops fairly often in the open air. Any suggestions? Thanks in advance. Keep up the awesome videos .

[@carfanfan]

Hey there. Many thanks for watching. As far as I'm aware, the antenna has a booster which is part of the rear screen demister. Check that your demister is working properly because if it isn't, it's possible even the smallest scratch on the inside of that glass can break the contact. If broken, your booster will not be working. I doubt the antenna itself is faulty as if it is, it would be the first time I hear of one becoming faulty. The same antenna have been used on multiple other brands for many years.

[@palenoi]

I made it! Many thanks from Italy

[@sergamespl]

Should I pull out the original bulbs to remove them (like these blue in 1:38)? because I don't want to damage anything :D

[@carfanfan]

Yes, you just pull them out. You won't damage anything. Just be careful when insert them again as the little housing can unclip from the lower panel - if it does, just remove the lower panel with a trim tool and clip it back in again. Mine did so on the passenger side when I first got my car - the factory hadn't clipped it in properly.

[@sergamespl]

@@carfanfan Yeah I had the same issue but now it's okay, thanks! And you do the same (pull off) with the lights in the trunk? Because I tried but I can't pull them off (it's hard because they're hot and I'm not sure if you pull them or do something different)

[@carfanfan]

@@sergamespl The trunk lights are different, to get the housing off, you must push the housing to the right and then it will unclip.

[@davidharris7429]

May I ask pls where I can get the adaptors for the led lights for the xf pls as there is two different types....haven problems trying to locate ....appreciate....

[@carfanfan]

I found mine on eBay.

[@lynnettepagan6317]

Could I change my mirror courtesy light with the Jaguar symbol light my xf doesn’t have puddle lights in the door wondering if this light could be used for that as well.

[@carfanfan]

Nope. The shape of the puddle light isn't round. The entire fitting and clips are different. Trust me, I wanted to do this myself.

[@TobiG59]

Hey Hilton, would you recommend chiptuning for the Jaguar XF? I own a XF x250, 241HP Diesel. Just curious to hear your thoughts or if you had any experience with chiptuning.

[@carfanfan]

Hey there. Honestly, it's up to each person. I do know the diesel felt a bit underpowered to me when I test drove it. Lots of torque though, but runs out of breath at higher RPM. The petrol was way more punchier to me. If your engine is in good condition and regularly serviced, then it shouldn't pose a mechanical issue. But if you're uncertain of the history, I'd be careful. Even though engines can be tuned to produce more power, the hang-on ancillary components are not designed for that extra power and they start to fail. Just saying, but honestly, it's your car and you should do what you want with it. You only live once. My motto is, regret your mistakes today than live to get old and regret not having made those mistakes at all.

[@bogdanvintila5766]

Very nice video! Must the LEDs used be CANBUS?

[@carfanfan]

Yes. If you install non canbus they won't light up. 😉

[@bogdanvintila5766]

@@carfanfan Thank you!

[@desichamarr]

Hey bro I have got a Jaguar XJ351 2014 model it’s the same lights mirrors as the XF jags I took out and the tried the LED bulbs and it just makes a flash and turns off it doesn’t work but I have done few research on jagforums they say the canbus error free bulb will work is that true or all led should be just plug and play?

[@carfanfan]

Absolutely 100% correct. You need canbus for the mirrors. I also tried non-canbus and they did what yours is doing. Get a good set of canbus T10 bulbs and you won't have any issues ;)

[@lt21ize]

Where can I get that boot lip please do you have a video on it

[@carfanfan]

I do. Just search spoiler on my channel in the videos section.

[@BaybieK]

SMH I don't know why Jag just didn't make removing the puddle light possible from the outside rather than popping the mirror off...other OEMs do this.

[@petergibbons6091]

Have you done a video concerning the buzz noise in the passenger footwell, blower motor I think apparently a common issue, love the video clips

[@carfanfan]

Hey Peter. I haven't had that issue yet with any of my XF's but if I do, rest assured, there'll be a video on it 😂

[@petergibbons6091]

JagFan Hilton thankyou Hilton

[@brayonassis8059]

thanks man , its help very much

[@LPV7]

WHAT ARE THOSE YELLOW TABS IN THE TRUNK??

[@carfanfan]

They release the back seat rest so they fold down.

[@Player-px8dl]

The toughest part of the mirror light was the angle needed to pry it out with the flathead . Let the mirror glass dangle so you have the up top leverage as you slide flathead into the slit . Then go left to right with an up top downwards angle as you push to light thru the bottom of the mirror housing . Pause

[@marikbreahna3287]

Where you get from this spoiler boot from jaguar xf ?

[@carfanfan]

Aliexpress

[@kirwanjohn101]

Unfortunately when I did this on my xf it was very hard to remove the lamp holder from the mirror. Eventually I got it out but heard a loud click when it was being removed. Not good. The tabs on the lamp holder are fine but I must have broken something in the mirror as when I put it back in it falls out after about 2 days use. It is now held in place with some tape. I may have to disassemble the entire wing mirror to see what is wrong. My advise to others is to leave it alone.

[@carfanfan]

The mirror tabs don't break that easily. Pull the mirror off and make sure you didn't accidentally bend them when putting the mirror back on. If you did, gently bend them back to their position and gently try and click it back in place to ensure all tabs click onto the bracket inside the housing. Don't rush it, check the housing to see where the tabs click on and then align the mirror properly before clicking it back in place.

[@szajsung747]

hi, my niece has jaguar XE and there is weird issue with mirrors puddle lights, they are not working, bulbs are ok. i digged the forums and it seems that this is common issue that only software update can resolve, is this correct? did someone have similar issue?

[@carfanfan]

That's a very odd problem. I haven't heard of this happening before. Are the bulbs LED?

[@scappellos]

I did the same!

[@theluckyreviewerchannel9546]

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