Removing and installing left or right front door trim panel (Cooper Convertible)

Special tools required: 

• 00 9 317

Preliminary work needed: 

• Remove POWER WINDOW SWITCH .
• Remove DOOR ENTRY LIGHTING .

Removal: 

Remove cover (1).

Unscrew the screws (2).

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Unscrew the screws (1).

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F55  only:

Lift off cover.

Remove screw (1).

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Release door trim panel (1) from clips (2) and clamps (3) using special tool 00 9 317.

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Detach cable (1) on door lock.

Unlock and disconnect all associated plug connections.

Release associated cable clips.

Remove door trim panel.

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Installation: 

Make sure cable (1) is in correct position in holder (2).

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Attach cable (1) on door lock.

Connect all associated plug connections.

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Engage door trim panel (1) in clips (2) and clamps (3).

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F55  only:

Tighten screw (1).

Install cover.

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Tighten down screws (1).

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Engage cover (1).

Tighten down screws (2).

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With door open, check function of door opener and outer door handle!

Required reworking: 

• Install DOOR ENTRY LIGHTING
• Install POWER WINDOW SWITCH .