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How to Remove the Dashboard from a Mini Cooper R50

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

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This guide shows how to remove the dashboard from a Mini Cooper R50. The first step is to open the left side panel and unscrew the two Torx T20 screws. Perform the same operation on the right side.

Detach the dashboard finishing panels by pulling the clips from bottom to top. Unscrew the Torx screws that become visible and remove the plastic cover from the central part of the dashboard. Unscrew the screws located at the top of the dashboard and disconnect the two earth cables from the bottom of the dashboard.

At this point, the dashboard can be removed.


Updated on 4 June 2026 by ScegliAuto


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