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2012 Mini Cooper Base, 2D Convertible, Automatic TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

99 00... Separate components/paintwork: Tailgate

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Area specification applies to paint stage 1.

Fig 1: Identifying Paint Applying Areas On Tailgate (Area Specification Applies To Paint Stage 1)

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Area specification applies to paint stages 2 and 3.

Fig 1: Identifying Paint Applying Areas On Tailgate (Area Specification Applies To Paint Stages 2 And 3)

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Additional area specification inner panel for paint stages 2 and 3.

Fig 1: Identifying Paint Applying Areas On Tailgate (Additional Area Specification Inner Panel For Paint Stages 2 And 3)

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Tailgate bottom

Area specification applies to all paint stages.

Fig 2: Identifying Paint Applying Areas On Tailgate Bottom (Area Specification Applies To All Paint Stages)

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Tailgate bottom

Additional area specification inner panel for paint stages 2 and 3.

Fig 3: Identifying Paint Applying Areas On Tailgate Bottom (Additional Area Specification Inner Panel For Paint Stages 2 And 3)

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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.