Removing and installing or replacing clutch pedal (Cooper)

Preliminary work needed: 

• Remove BEARING BRACKET .

Press connector clips (1) together and remove.

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Push the clutch pedal completely.

Press the return spring (1) upwards and lever out from the clutch pedal.

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Destroy outer bearing bushings (1) with a screwdriver (2).

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Press the remaining of the destroyed bearing bushing (1) inwards and destroy completely and take out.

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Push the clutch pedal (1) completely in the direction of the destroyed bearing bushing.

Take out clutch pedal (1) in the direction of the arrow from the other bearing bushing.

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Preparation for the installation: 

Replace bearing bushing (1).

Parts:  Bearing bush

Grease the clutch pedal on the running surfaces in the bearing bushings with grease NBU 12K (Part Number: 83 23 9 407 810). 

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Installation: 

Insert the bearing bushing (1) and push in the direction of the arrow in the bearing bushing.

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Insert new bearing bushing (1) in the direction of the arrow till stop.

Bearing bushing (1) must be felt and heard to engage.

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On the inner side ensure, that the bearing bushing (1) is locked completely.

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Push the clutch pedal completely.

Press the return spring (1) upwards and install in the clutch pedal.

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Insert and lock the securing pins (1) in the arrow direction.

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Required follow-up work: 

• Install BEARING BRACKET .