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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMINI2007COOPER CONVERTIBLE (R52) L4-1.6L (W10)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY AND FRAMESEATSSERVICE AND REPAIRREAR SEAT - THROUGH-LOADING SYSTEMREMOVING AND INSTALLING STRIKER FOR LEFT OR RIGHT REAR SEAT BACK
2007 Mini Cooper Convertible (R52) L4-1.6L (W10)
Removing and Installing Striker for Left or Right Rear Seat Back
2007 Mini Cooper Convertible (R52) L4-1.6L (W10)SECTION Removing and Installing Striker for Left or Right Rear Seat Back
52 26 022 - Removing and installing striker for left or right rear seat back
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Move backrest back
Installation:
- Microencapsulated screws (Loctite) must be replaced and may not be reused
- Screw connection must be completed within 20 minutes (start of curing)
- Microencapsulated screws must not be retightened
- Clean thread of nut beforehand in event of repeated use
Remove cover from lock striker.
Release screws (1).
Tightening torque 52 26 04AZ.
Remove striker (2).
Installation:
Adjust striker Adjustments(2).
R57 Series only:
Release screws (1).
Tightening torque: 52 26 04AZ.
Remove striker (2).
Installation:
Adjust striker Adjustments(2).
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.