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How to remove the dashboard of the Mini Cooper r50

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

The guide shows how to remove the dashboard of the Mini Cooper r50. The first operation to perform is to open the left side panel and unscrew the two Torx T20 screws. Do the same on the right side. Detach the dashboard trim panels by detaching the clips from bottom to top. Unscrew the Torx screws that will come into view and remove the plastic cover from the central part of the dashboard. Unscrew the screws located in the upper part of the dashboard and disconnect the two earth cables from the lower part of the dashboard. At this point it is possible to remove the dashboard.

Posted on 25 July 2022 by ScegliAuto

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