Replacing service cover for Head-Up Display (Cooper Convertible)
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Special tools required:
- 64 1 020
When working on trim panel components, make sure that visible surfaces are not scratched or damaged (e.g. by sharp-edged tools).
IMPORTANT:
The NOTES
on component bonding with double-sided adhesive tape serve as the basis for this repair instruction and must be observed without fail.
Preliminary work needed:
- Remove TRIM for head-up display.
Removal:
Fold out service flap (1) in arrow direction.
NOTE:
Release service cover (1) on the side using special tool 64 1 020.
NOTE:
The service cover can only be unclipped in only one particular position.
Carefully unclip service cover (1) towards the front.
Installation:
NOTE:
The adhesive area of sound insulation (2) on service cover (1) must be free of any adhesive residue. Remove adhesive residues by means of cleaning agent if necessary.
Detach the liner (2) from the sound insulation (1).
NOTE:
If possible, do not tap the bonding surface with your fingers.
Bond sound insulation (2) onto service cover (1), starting with one side, without applying pressure.
If necessary, carefully detach the sound insulation (2) and correct.
NOTE:
Make sure sound insulation (2) is properly seated and bonded on service cover (1).
If sound insulation (2) is seated properly, firmly press it on service cover (1).
NOTE:
The service cover can only be clipped on in one particular position.
Carefully clip in service cover (1).
Close service cover (1) in arrow direction.
NOTE:
Make sure the service flap (1) is properly engaged.
Required reworking:
- Install the TRIM for the head-up display.