51 47 161 Removing and installing/replacing right trunk wheel arch panel (Cooper 2-door hatchback models 2020-2023, except JCW GP)

Preliminary work needed: 

• Remove COVER FROM TAIL PANEL .

REMOVAL: 

Open lid (1).

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Detach gas cap emergency actuation.

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Detach cover (1).

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Remove cover (1) and release bolt underneath.

Release screw (2) and remove cover (3).

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Remove cover (1) and release bolt underneath.

Remove lashing point.

Release expanding rivet (2).

Feed out and remove trunk wheel arch panel.

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INSTALLATION: 

Feed in trunk wheel arch panel.

Mount expanding rivets (2).

Position lashing point, tighten bolt and mount cover (1).

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Position cover (3).

Tighten bolt and mount cover (1).

Tighten screw (2).

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Mount cover (1).

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Attach gas cap emergency actuation.

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Install end cover (1).

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Required reworking: 

• Install COVER ON TAIL PANEL .