How to carry out replacement: Springs 1.6 Cooper Mini R53
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
MINI Hatchback (R50, R53) One, MINI Hatchback (R50, R53) Cooper, MINI Hatchback (R50, R53) One D, MINI Hatchback (R50, R53) One D … View more

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How to change front springs / front coil springs on MINI COOPER 1 (R50, R53) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Published on: 18/03/2019
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Tools
Replacement: coil springs – Mini R50, R53. List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Copper grease
Combination spanner #16
Combination spanner #18
Drive socket # 13
Drive socket # 16
Drive socket # 18
HEX bit No.H6
HEX bit No.H7
XZN socket bit # 14
Shock absorber socket
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Flat chisel
Hammer
Tap wrench
Crow bar
Hydraulic transmission jack
Hydraulic strut spring compressor
Wheel chock
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Replacement: coil springs – Mini R50, R53. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
  • Both coil springs of the front suspension should be replaced simultaneously.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right coil springs of the front suspension.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: coil springs – Mini R50, R53. Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  3. Step 3
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    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
  4. Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Mini R50, R53
  5. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 6
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    Clean the fasteners of the shock strut upper mount. Use WD-40 spray.
  7. Step 7
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    Disconnect the wiring and the brake hose from the bracket on the shock strut.
  8. Step 8
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    Clean the fasteners connecting the stabiliser link to the shock strut, and those connecting the shock strut to the steering knuckle. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  9. Step 9
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    Unscrew the nut and remove the stabilizer rod from the shock strut. Use a combination spanner #16. Use HEX No.H6. Use a ratchet wrench.
  10. Step 10
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    Unscrew the lower fastener connecting the shock strut to the steering knuckle. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench. Use a tap wrench.
  11. Step 11
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    Release the lower fastener connecting the shock strut to the steering knuckle. Use a special drive socket to remove the shock absorber. Use a ratchet wrench.
  12. Step 12
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    Prop up the steering knuckle. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  13. Step 13
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    Disconnect the steering knuckle from the shock absorber strut. Use a flat metal-working chisel. Use a hammer.
    Replacement: coil springs – Mini R50, R53. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Make sure that the steering knuckle is not released from load.
  14. Step 14
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    Unscrew the upper fastening of the shock absorber strut. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the suspension strut while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Mini R50, R53
  15. Step 15
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    Remove the suspension strut.
  16. Step 16
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    Set the shock absorber strut on the spring compressor tool.
    Replacement: coil springs – Mini R50, R53. Tip from AUTODOC:
    Note that when using a spring compressor, spring coils need to be securely gripped, compressing the spring on the opposite sides.Ensure the correct position of the spring in the retainer.Make sure that the spring coils tightly entered the lock handles.
  17. Step 17
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    Compress the spring.
  18. Step 18
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    Remove the strut piston rod nut. Use HEX No.H7. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  19. Step 19
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    Remove the top mount.
  20. Step 20
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    Release the coil spring.
  21. Step 21
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    Remove the spring.
  22. Step 22
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    Install the spring on the shock absorber.
  23. Step 23
    Compress the spring.
    Step 24
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    Install the upper strut mount and the strut mount bearing. Use a crowbar.
  24. Step 25
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    Tighten the shock strut piston rod nut. Use a drive socket #18. Use a combination spanner #18. Use HEX No.H7. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 64 Nm torque.
    Replacement: coil springs – Mini R50, R53. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Check to make sure the spring is positioned correctly. Avoid its misalignment.
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