51 75 001 Removing and installing/replacing left or right underbody cover

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Work shown on F56 MINI COOPER by way of example, deviations in detail are possible in other models.

Removal:

Loosen screws.

Remove cover (1).

Fig 1: Cover Screws

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Remove screws and nuts.

Remove covers (1) and (2).

Fig 2: Cover Screws And Nuts

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Installation:

Position cover (1).

Tighten the screws.

Fig 3: Cover Screws

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Position covers (1) and (2).

Tighten bolts and nuts.

Fig 4: Cover Screws And Nuts

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