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Stripping Operation - Replace Tail Panel Outer Section And Inner Section (Cooper, Cooper S, John Cooper Works)

NOTE: Owing to the different engine variants and equipment specifications, not all the components are taken into consideration.
The following list essentially represents the disassembly sequence.

Release screws (1) and remove shaft (2).

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Release detents and remove rear ventilation (1).

Release nuts and remove heat shield (2).

Release nuts and remove underbody planking (3).

Installation note: 

The rear ventilation must not be damaged! (watertightness).

All detents must engage audibly.

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