51 23... Adjusting/replacing bump stops
The illustrations are schematic representations and are to be applied to the relevant vehicle type.
Version 1:
Following parts must not be damaged:
- (1) Bump stop
Adjust bump stop (1) to correct height by turning left or right.
Version 2:
Replace damaged bump stops (available via BMW/MINI):
- (1) Bump stop with ejector
Press ejector (1) into bump stop and, in this position, twist approx. 90° counter-clockwise with a Phillips screwdriver.
This locks the ejectors (1) in the bump stops.
Adjust bump stop (2) to correct height by turning left or right.
Unlock the ejector (1) again after completing adjustment.
Version 3:
Replace damaged bump stops (available via BMW/MINI):
- (1) Bump stop
Turn lock (1) 45° counter-clockwise.
Pull bump stop (2) upwards.
Close lid slowly until it is at the same height as the side panel.
Open lid and turn lock (1) clockwise.
Installation:
Press bump stop into panel and drive in expanding pins (3).
The illustrations are schematic representations and are to be applied to the relevant vehicle type.
Prerequisite: Lid must be correctly adjusted.
Following parts must not be damaged:
- (1) Bump stop
- (2) Catches
Remove adjusting buffer by pressing latch mechanisms back.
Screw adjusting buffer (1) until the pin (2) can be pulled out.
Slowly pull the pin (2) out approx. 15 mm.
Slowly close engine compartment lid.
The pin (2) is thus pushed into the adjusting buffer (1).
Raise engine compartment lid.
Unscrew the adjusting buffer (1) until it is flush with the upper edge of the pin (2).