41 11 081 Replacing engine support in front of front axle, left

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 MINI Cooper Paceman, 2015 MINI Cooper Paceman, 2014 MINI Cooper Paceman, and 2013 MINI Cooper. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Read contents of BODY, GENERAL .

Remove or cover those vehicle components in the repair area which are susceptible to heat or dust.

Use only approved SPOT-WELDING APPARATUS for repairs.

Place vehicle on straightening bench.

The following new body parts are required:

(1) Engine support, front

Fig 1: Identifying Front Engine Support
Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Removal of engine support

Outer side:

Mark severance cut (1) in accordance with specified dimension and cut.

Dimension a=40 mm before 20 mm dia. bore.

Fig 2: Identifying Engine Support Mark Severance Cut Dimension (Outer Side)
Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Inside:

Mark severance cut (1) in accordance with specified dimension and cut.

Dimension a=135 mm before 16 x 12 mm dia. bore.

Fig 3: Identifying Engine Support Mark Severance Cut Dimension (Inside)
Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

New part preparation

Mark severance cuts on the new part according to vehicle and cut.

Prepare REINFORCEMENT PLATES at severance cuts.

Adjust new parts to fit with alignment bracket or universal mounting.

Installation of engine support with wheel arch

Install new parts and reinforcement plates with alignment bracket or universal mount and weld.