Removing and installing/replacing upper rollover protection trim panel (Cooper Convertible)

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Preliminary work needed :

Close soft top.
Open EASY LOAD
Fold rear seat backrest

Removal :

Lever out and remove covers (1).

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Unscrew the screws (1).

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Detach stop pad (1) towards front.

Lever out and remove covers (2).

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Release screws (1) and (2).

Unclip cover (3) carefully from the lower trim panel and remove upwards.

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Installation:

Install cover (3) and clip in on the bottom trim panel.

Tighten down screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 46 2AZ .

Tighten down screws (2).

Tightening torque 51 46 1AZ .

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Install stop pad (1).

Install covers (2).

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Tighten down screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 46 1AZ .

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Install covers (1).

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Required follow-up work :

Close EASY LOAD
Fold rear seat backrest