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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMINI2005COOPER S CONVERTIBLE (R52) L4-1.6L SC (W11)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY AND FRAMELOCKSKEYLESS ENTRYKEYLESS ENTRY RECEIVERSERVICE AND REPAIRREMOVING AND INSTALLING/ REPLACING CONTROL UNIT / RECEIVER FOR RADIO REMOTE CONTROL (UP TO 07/2004)
2005 Mini Cooper S Convertible (R52) L4-1.6L SC (W11)
Removing and Installing/ Replacing Control Unit / Receiver For Radio Remote Control (Up to 07/2004)
2005 Mini Cooper S Convertible (R52) L4-1.6L SC (W11)SECTION Removing and Installing/ Replacing Control Unit / Receiver For Radio Remote Control (Up to 07/2004)
Removing and Installing/ Replacing Control Unit/ Receiver For Radio Remote Control (Up to 07/2004)
NOTE:
For Production Date 07/2004 on: the control unit for radio remote control is integrated in the interior rearview mirror, for more information please refer to: Removing and Installing or Replacing Interior Rearview Mirror
Necessary Preliminary Tasks:
- Remove clock, Service and Repair.
- Remove interior rearview mirror, Removing and Installing or Replacing Interior Rearview Mirror.
- Remove counter-supports for sun visor on left and right, Service and Repair.
Important!
Cover instrument panel trim in order to prevent screws or threaded blind rivets from dropping into air ducts.
Release threaded blind rivet (1).
NOTE:
As from 09/2001 threaded blind rivet (2) is replaced by a retaining clip (3).
Release Torx screw (1).
Release threaded blind rivet (2)/ retaining clip (3).
Installation:
- Replace threaded blind rivet (2) with retaining clip (3).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.