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Replacing the Windscreen on the Mini Cooper

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

Let’s discover in this guide the steps that will allow us to remove and replace the windscreen on the Mini Cooper, following the instructions below. First, open the bonnet and start by removing the plastic panel found under the wipers; now use a lever and thin tools to gently unclip the windscreen from the sides, as shown in the video. Once the windscreen is removed, clean the area where the new glass will sit; then apply the new sealant and the windscreen, following the video until the end!

Updated on 7 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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