Jaguar XF X250 Hood Bonnet Actuator Bracket Mount Holder Right O/S 8X23-16F640-A

Jaguar XF X250 Hood Bonnet Actuator Bracket Mount Holder Right O/S is a precision component from the Hinges, locks and other hood parts group, designed for stable support of the hood actuator on the right side of the vehicle. A properly selected bracket ensures secure hood guidance, reduces stress on the bodywork, and supports safe operation of the engine compartment in your Jaguar.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8X23-16F640-A
• Mark: Jaguar
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8X23-16F640-A
• Substitutable numbers: 8X23-16F640-A, 8X2316F640A
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Category: Hinges, Latches & Additional Bonnet Components

Purpose and function of the bracket

The presented bracket is dedicated to mounting the hood actuator on the right side of the body, which is crucial for the proper opening and support of the engine hood. The component operates in the immediate vicinity of the hinges and locks, which is why its geometry and mounting points are matched to the design of the Jaguar XF X250 model. A properly selected bracket:

• ensures stable support for the hood actuator during opening and closing,
• reduces the risk of hood misalignment and unwanted play in the closing zone,
• supports even load distribution on the body structure.

Benefits of using an original Jaguar component

The hood actuator mounting bracket from the Jaguar offer has been designed for the specific geometry of the front body section, thanks to which it maintains factory mounting points and the correct position of the actuator. Such component selection:

• facilitates installation without the need for modifications to the bodywork or the actuator,
• maintains the correct hood operating line relative to the fenders and the front panel,
• minimizes the risk of overloading the hinges and the hood lock. For the user, this means predictable operation of the hood opening mechanism and consistency with other system elements, such as hinges and locks.

Installation and operational characteristics

The bracket is intended for operation on the right side of the vehicle, which is important when planning to replace only one of the mounts or when comparing it with the element on the opposite side. The design of the bracket has been developed to transfer the loads generated by the actuator during the full cycle of opening and closing the hood, while maintaining appropriate connection rigidity. In practice, a properly selected bracket:

• prevents excessive hood vibration while driving,
• reduces actuator wear due to the correct alignment of the operating axis,
• allows for maintaining repeatable, predictable hood closing.

Component condition and service application

The offered bracket comes from disassembly and is a used component, which makes it an attractive solution for service repairs and optimizing vehicle maintenance costs. In many cases, replacing the hood actuator mounting bracket alone allows for restoring the correct operation of the mechanism without the need for interference with the hinges or lock, which shortens repair time and limits the scope of bodywork.

Selection support and additional resources

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the front hood zone in your Jaguar and need other elements from the same group, such as mounts, supports, or additional actuator brackets, check the available parts in the Jaguar hinges, locks and other hood parts category. When planning economical body and mechanical repairs, it is also worth learning about the approach to optimizing service costs described in the article Economical operation of a Ford – where to look for the greatest savings in mechanical and body repairs, which shows how conscious part selection can translate into real savings in other brands as well.