Replacing base plate for number/license plate (Cooper Convertible)
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Only use the vehicle-specific number plate baseplate.
The installation of other license plate baseplates is not permissible.
See: LICENSE PLATE .
The license plate must be mounted exactly on the number plate baseplate.
If a number plate baseplate is not offered for the corresponding national-market version, the license plate must be mounted directly on the bumper using a drilling template
Incorrect assembly leads to a malfunction of the sensors of the driver assist systems.
NOTE:
Schematic diagram shown on example of F56 MINI Cooper S national-market version USA.
There may be differences in detail in the case of other versions.
There may be differences in detail in the case of other versions.
Removal:
Unscrew the screws (1).
Remove holder (2) towards front.
Installation:
Position support (2).
Tighten down screws (1).
NOTE:
For initial installation on new bumper cover, pre-drill marks on bumper.