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How to Remove the Front Headlight Frame on a Mini Cooper S

Model: Mini Mini R53, R50, R52 - Years: 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007

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In today's tutorial, we will see how to remove the front headlight frame on the first generation Mini Cooper S, following the instructions below. First, open the bonnet of your car and start by disconnecting the electrical connector of the front headlight bulbs; then unscrew the fixing screws of the headlight using a Torx screwdriver, as shown in the video.

Once the headlight is removed, release the mechanism that locks the frame so you can separate it from the headlight; then simply reassemble everything by applying the reverse procedure!


Updated on 27 April 2026 by ScegliAuto


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