LEMON Manuals: Even more car manuals for everyone
Home >> Mini >> 2002 >> Cooper Base, Standard >> Repair and Diagnosis >> Body & Frame >> Windows >> Body Equipment - Repair - Cooper (R50) , Cooper S (R53) & Convertible (R52) >> Rear Lid Trim Panel >> 51 49 005 Removing and installing/replacing trim for lower trunk lid (tailgate)

51 49 005 Removing and installing/replacing trim for lower trunk lid (tailgate)

Release screws (1).

Release trim for rear lid from clips (2) and remove.

Installation: 

If necessary, detach clips (2) from rear lid and attach to trim for rear lid.

If necessary, replace defective clips.

Secure clips (2) with body adhesive tape to trim for rear lid so that they cannot move during fitting.

Fig 1: Identifying Clips From Tailgate
G03306844Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Replacement: 

Remove stops for rear parcel shelf.

Fig 2: Locating Parcel Shelf Stops
G03306845Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.