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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMINI2013COOPER JCW, 2D CONVERTIBLE, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 3721 (BODY EQUIPMENT - REPAIR)INSTRUMENT CLUSTER TRIM PANEL51 45 075 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING SUPPORT FOR DASHBOARD

2013 Mini Cooper JCW, 2D Convertible, Standard Trans

51 45 075 Removing and installing/replacing support for dashboard

2013 Mini Cooper JCW, 2D Convertible, Standard TransSECTION 51 45 075 Removing and installing/replacing support for dashboard

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove INSTRUMENT PANEL TRIM
Unclip wiring harness
Only if equipped with Head-Up Display optional equipment:
- Remove HEAD-UP DISPLAY

Fig 1: Identifying A-Pillar Nut And Tunnel Screws

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Release nuts (1) on A-pillar.

Tightening torque 51 45 2AZ .

Release screws (2) on tunnel.

Tightening torque 51 45 3AZ .

Release screws (1) on steering column support (2).

Tightening torque 51 45 1AZ .

Release screws (3) on steering column (4).

Tightening torque 32 31 1AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Steering Column, Support, Steering Column And Screws

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Release screw (1) on earth connection.

Release screw (2) on dashboard trim holder (3).

Fig 3: Identifying Trim Holder And Screws

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Release screws (1) on dashboard trim holder (2).

Remove dashboard support and if necessary feed out through front passenger door.

Fig 4: Identifying Dashboard Trim Holder And Screws

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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.