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Dismantling the dashboard of the Mini Cooper R56

Model: Mini Mini R56, R55, R57 - Years 2007-2014
Part: Dashboard

In this video, you will see the main instructions for dismantling the dashboard of the Mini Cooper R56 to access the cabin fan motor. First, remove the steering wheel along with its airbag; disconnect the electrical connector of the airbag and then unscrew the central bolt of the steering wheel. Next, remove all the plastic trims of the dashboard, starting with the removal of the glove compartment; use a lever to detach the side trims and then the central ones. Now unscrew the screws found on the dashboard, following the video to the end for complete dismantling!

Updated on 5 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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