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How to disassemble the dashboard of the Mini Cooper.

Model: Mini Mini R57, R56, R55 - Years: 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014
Part: Dashboard

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In this guide, we will see the instructions that will allow us to disassemble and replace the entire dashboard of the Mini Cooper. First, let's get inside the vehicle and start disassembling and removing all the elements of the dashboard, as well as the car radio, the climate control buttons, and the glove compartment; we will also disassemble the instrument cluster by unscrewing the fastening screws and disconnecting the various electrical wiring.

At this point, let's unscrew the screws of the dashboard, located internally, in order to remove it; if necessary, replace it with the new one, reassembling all the elements of the dashboard!


Posted on 20 December 2025 by ScegliAuto


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