Removing and installing/replacing trim on cowl panel at top (Cooper Convertible)

Special tools required:

Preliminary work needed:

Removal:

Remove screw (1).

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Unscrew the screws (1).

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Unclip trim on the top cowl panel (1) with the special tool 00 9 317 from the clips (2).

Disconnect plug connections and remove trim on the top cowl panel (1) upwards.

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Installation:

Replacement:

Remount antenna base.

NOTE: If required replace faulty clips (1) of the trim on the top cowl panel (2).
Sealing rings on the clips (1) should not be damaged or missing.

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Install trim on the top cowl panel (1) and in this connect plug connections.

Clip in the trim on the top cowl panel (1) into the clips (2).

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Tighten down screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 13 10AZ .

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Tighten screw (1).

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Required follow-up work: