41 63 000 Removing and installing flap for fuel filler neck

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Removal:

MINI Cooper base:

Open fuel filler flap.

Use a suitable tool to lift the detent out toward the front in arrow direction.

Detach fuel filler flap (1) in arrow direction.

Fig 1: Detaching Fuel Filler Flap

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MINI Cooper S:

Open flap for fuel filler neck.

Lift out lock (1), turn flap for fuel filler neck (2) in the direction of the arrow and remove.

Fig 2: Turning Flap For Fuel Filler Neck

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Installation:

MINI Cooper base:

The detents (1) must not be damaged.

If the detent is damaged, the cover housing must be replaced.

Fig 3: Cover Housing Detents

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Open hinge arm.

Place the fuel filler flap (1) on the hinge arm and push in the arrow direction until the locking mechanism engages.

Fig 4: Engaging Locking Mechanism

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MINI Cooper S:

The detent (1) must not be damaged.

If the detent is damaged, replace the cover housing.

Fig 5: Cover Housing Detent

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Open hinge arm.

Place the fuel filler flap (1) on the hinge arm and turn in the arrow direction until the locking mechanism engages.

Fig 6: Turning Fuel Filler Flap On Hinge Arm

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