Adjusting/replacing bump stops for engine compartment lid (Cooper Convertible)
Version 1:
The graphics 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 stop pad by pressing detents back.
Screw in stop pad (1) to create distance to front compartment lid.
Place a cone (2) of modeling or sealing compound on the stop pad.
Slowly close the hood.
Raise the hood.
Compressed cone (1) determines distance between stop pad and front compartment lid.
Measure dimension a between compressed cone and edge (1) of stop pad.
Adjust measured dimension a + 0.5 mm by unscrewing stop pad (1).
Version 2:
The graphics 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 detents back.
Screw adjusting buffer (1) until the pin (2) can be pulled out.
Slowly pull the pin (2) out approx. 15 mm.
Slowly close the hood.
The pin (2) is thus pushed into the adjusting buffer (1).
Raise the hood.
Unscrew the adjusting buffer (1) until it is flush with the upper edge of the pin (2).
Version 3:
Replace damaged stop pad (see the applicable BMW Parts Catalog):
- (1) Bump stop
Stop (1) 45° counterclockwise.
Pull stop pad (2) upwards.
Close lid slowly until it is at the same height as the side wall.
Open flap and turn stop (1) clockwise.
Installation note:
Press the stop pad into the sheet metal part and knock in the expanding pins (3).
Screw in stop pads (1) fully until the pin (2) can be pulled out.
Slowly pull the pin (2) out approx. 5 mm.
Slowly close the hood. The pin (2) is pushed into the stop pad (1) in this process.
Raise hood.
Unscrew stop pad (1) until stop pad is flush with upper edge of pin (2).