51 11 780 Replace the front deformation element on the bottom left (Cooper 4-door hatchback and Cooper 2-door hatchback, 2020-2023)

Preliminary work needed: 

• Remove FRONT BOTTOM SUPPORT FOR BUMPER COVER .

REMOVAL: 

Only MINI Cooper S: 

Release expanding rivet (1).

Remove screw (2).

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

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Release screws (1 to 3).

Remove deformation element (4).

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 .

Only MINI Cooper S: 

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

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

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Required follow-up work: 

• Install front bottom SUPPORT FOR BUMPER COVER .