Removing and installing/replacing guide for bumper, rear left or right (Cooper Convertible)

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Preliminary work needed:

Remove rear BUMPER SUPPORT .

Removal:

Remove screw (1).

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Unscrew nuts (1).

Detach cable (2) and remove guide (3).

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Installation:

Place guide (3) and fix with nuts (1).

Tightening torque 51 12 2AZ .

Attach cable (2).

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Tighten screw (1).

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Required follow-up work:

Install rear BUMPER SUPPORT .