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How to replace the steering column of the Mini Cooper 2

Model: Mini Mini R50, R52, R53 - Years 2001-2007
Part: Tie rods

Today we will explain how to replace the steering head of a Mini Cooper model 2. To perform the replacement, turn off the car, pull the handbrake, and lift the right front wheel in order to access the steering system. Then lift the front of the car and support it on jack stands. Make a mark with a marker between the tie rod and the steering head so that it is easier to remember the position after disassembly; using a 24 mm wrench, loosen the nut on the steering head, on the tie rod side. Brush the steering head fixing nut and spray some loosening agent. Using a 15 insert socket wrench, loosen the support nut of the steering head; with a steering head extractor and a hammer, push the nut that has just been positioned so that the head detaches from the pin. Push on the pin to replace it and unscrew the steering head. After removing the steering head, before continuing with the assembly of the new one, have the geometry checked by a professional to avoid steering breakage. Proceed with the assembly following the steps in reverse.

Posted on 17 January 2025 by ScegliAuto

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