51 11 781 Replacing the front deformation element on the bottom right

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove SUPPORT FOR THE FRONT BOTTOM BUMPER PANEL
Release FLUID FUEL TANK FOR WINDSCREEN WASHER SYSTEM

REMOVAL:

Only Cooper S:

Release expanding rivet (1).

Release screw (2).

Feed out air duct (3) from guide (4) and remove.

Fig 1: Expanding Rivet, Air Duct, Guide And Screw

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Release screws (1 to 3).

Remove deformation element (4).

Fig 2: Deformation Element And Screws

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INSTALLATION:

Insert deformation element (4).

Tighten screws (1 to 3).

Screw	Tightening torque
(1)	51 11 9AZ
(2)	51 11 4AZ
(3)	51 11 5AZ

Fig 3: Deformation Element And Screws

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Only Cooper S:

Feed in air duct (3) with guide (4) into holder.

Secure air duct (3) with screw (2) and expanding rivet (1).

Fig 4: Expanding Rivet, Air Duct, Guide And Screw

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