51 45 435 Removing and installing/replacing cover for instruments (Cooper 4-door hatchback and Cooper 2-door hatchback, 2020-2023)

Removal:

Press in the pin (1) from the clips (2) a maximum of 2.5 mm, up to the first detent.

Remove the clips (2).

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NOTE: The cover (1) must only be slightly raised from the bottom, otherwise there is the danger that the fiber-optic conductor will break.

Raise the cover (1) bottom from the detent (dimension X: maximum of 8 mm ).

Maintain the position of the cover (1).

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Press the cover (1) together on the positions (2 and 3) with both palms.

Tightly grip the cover (1) in this position and rotate it counter clockwise, until the detent releases.

Remove the cover (1) towards the rear.

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Installation:

Engage the cover (1) and mount the clips (2).

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