Engine and Trim Guidance

The tailgate body shape is determined primarily by X761 generation and VIN rather than engine size. The photographed donor carries a 20d badge, but a direct plug-and-play swap still depends on the recipient vehicle's tailgate equipment. Prestige, Portfolio, R-Sport, S and other pre-facelift trim levels may use different wiring, cameras, badges, modules, powered supports, hands-free sensors, spoilers or interior trim. Transfer of the original vehicle-specific equipment may be required.

Five-Point Buyer Matching Checklist

1. VIN: confirm the vehicle is pre-facelift X761 within the 2016–2020 UK registration / MY2017–MY2020 range.
2. Shape: compare the lamp cut-outs, spoiler, glass profile, hinges, latch, trim and visible wiring ends with the actual-item photographs.
3. Equipment: identify manual, powered or hands-free tailgate; reversing camera; wiper/washer; lamps; antennae; sensors and wiring.
4. Part number: compare any label on the vehicle's original tailgate with the catalogue family above; do not purchase from a badge or colour alone.
5. Colour: dark metallic grey is a visual description only. Use the vehicle paint code and allow for fading, preparation or repainting.

This assembly is hinged at the roof-side rear aperture and closes the luggage compartment. It provides the mounting structure for the rear glass, spoiler, inner rear lamps, wiper/washer equipment, latch, release handle, reversing camera and powered/manual opening hardware where fitted. It also carries the perimeter weather seal contact surface and must align correctly with the quarter panels, roof, bumper and latch striker.

A factory-fit recycled tailgate is built around the vehicle's original mounting geometry, glass profile, lamp apertures, sealing surfaces and trim interfaces. That can make alignment and component transfer more predictable than a low-cost pattern copy, provided the VIN, generation and equipment are matched correctly.

Typical Required Tools

Protective gloves and eye protection; trim-removal tools; Torx-bit set; metric socket and spanner set; ratchet and extensions; torque wrench; marker tape; protected panel stand or lifting support; body-protection blankets; electrical contact cleaner; suitable diagnostic equipment where powered-tailgate, camera or module calibration is required.

Typical Replacement Procedure

1. Confirm VIN, generation, equipment and replacement condition before dismantling. Record radio/vehicle settings and follow the manufacturer procedure for disconnecting the 12-volt battery.
2. Open and safely support the original tailgate. Protect the roof, rear quarter panels, bumper and glass. Use two technicians.
3. Remove the inner trim carefully. Photograph and label wiring, washer hose, lamp, wiper, camera, handle, latch, antenna and sensor connections before disconnection.
4. Mark the original hinge and latch positions. Support the panel on a stand, then release the gas struts or powered spindle units using the correct safety procedure.
5. Remove the hinge fasteners while the panel remains fully supported. Lift the original tailgate clear without twisting the hinges or contacting the painted body.
6. Transfer any vehicle-specific loom, camera, modules, powered hardware, trim, badges, seals or fittings that do not match. Replace broken clips and damaged seals.
7. Position the replacement, start all fasteners by hand, align the panel gaps and latch, then tighten fasteners to the current Jaguar workshop specification for the exact VIN.
8. Reconnect wiring and washer hose, refit trim, reconnect the battery, then carry out any required powered-tailgate, latch, camera or anti-pinch relearn/calibration.
9. Function-test the lock, release, lamps, camera, wiper/washer, powered movement and warning messages. Complete a controlled water-leak test and final panel-gap inspection.

Do not rely on generic torque values. Fastener torque, battery isolation, powered-spindle handling and calibration procedures must come from the current workshop information for the vehicle VIN.

Labour estimate formula: garage hourly rate × booked labour hours. The table below is static and contains no JavaScript or active content.

Illustrative labour only. Parts transfer, paint/materials, VAT charged by the installing garage, diagnostics, coding, collection/delivery and seized or damaged fixings are additional. Obtain a vehicle-specific written quotation.

FREE POSTAGE IS INCLUDED WITH THIS COMPLETE TAILGATE ASSEMBLY. This is a large glazed body panel, so service availability, surcharges, delivery method and international acceptance depend on the packed dimensions, weight, destination and eBay's checkout decision.

eBay Global Shipping Programme destination guide: shipment is available only where eBay offers the service for this item at checkout. Country coverage can change and an oversize tailgate may not be accepted for every destination.

The live checkout is the final authority for destination, price, taxes, import charges and service eligibility. Buyers are responsible for checking local import requirements.

Please complete the five-point matching checklist before ordering. Wrong-part purchases create avoidable carriage cost and risk damage to a large painted panel.

Keep all packaging until the item has been inspected and test-fitted. Report transit damage promptly through the eBay order and include clear photographs of the packaging, labels and affected area. Do not paint, modify, dismantle or install the part until fitment and condition have been confirmed.

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Licensed dispatch illustration. The actual tailgate will be protected according to its size, glass and courier requirements.

Large body panels require careful handling. Packaging may include edge protection, cushioning, film, cardboard, pallet or specialist courier preparation depending on the route. Please inspect the package on arrival and retain it in case a return is authorised.

Thank you for supporting ThePartPilot. Choosing a correctly matched recycled vehicle part keeps serviceable components in use, reduces avoidable manufacturing demand and helps prevent good material from becoming waste. Every careful VIN check also reduces unnecessary transport and returns.

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