51 13 000 Removing and installing/replacing front grille center section
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 MINI Cooper, 2009 MINI Cooper, and 2008 MINI Cooper. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove trim from front grille
Release expansion rivets (1).
Press together catches (2) and remove front grille (3) towards front.
Installation:
Catches (2) must not be damaged.
If necessary, replace faulty expander rivets (1).