Removing and installing/replacing cable for engine compartment lock, front (in passenger compartment) (Cooper Convertible)

Preliminary work needed: 

• Remove left windshield PANEL COVER .
• Remove FOOTWELL TRIM  on left a-pillar.

Removal: 

Disengage cable (1) at lever (2).

If necessary, detach the traction (1) from the clips to the firewall.

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Lift and open the clutch (1) from the door lock support (2).

Disengage cable (3).

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Version 1: 

Detach cable (1) from holder (2).

Feed out cable (1) with grommet (3) out of firewall.

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Version 2 with shorter Bowden cable: 

Feed out cable (1) with grommet (2) out of firewall.

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Installation: 

Version 1: 

Feed in cable (1) with grommet (3) into firewall.

Attach cable (1) in holder (2).

Ensure grommet (3) is correctly fitted on firewall.

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Version 2 with shorter Bowden cable: 

Feed in cable (1) with grommet (2) into firewall.

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Version 2 with shorter Bowden cable (RHD): 

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Attach cable (3).

Clip in and close the clutch (1) into the door lock support (2).

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If necessary, attach the traction (1) from the clips to the firewall.

Attach cable (1) on lever (2).

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Required reworking: 

• Attach left windshield PANEL COVER .
• Install FOOTWELL TRIM  on left a-pillar.