How to carry out replacement: Strut Mount Cooper Mini r52
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How to change front strut mount on MINI Convertible (R52) – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
MINI Convertible (R52) One, MINI Convertible (R52) Cooper, MINI Convertible (R52) Cooper S, MINI Convertible (R52) Cooper S … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Tools
Replacement: strut mount – MINI MINI Convertible (R52). Tools you might 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: strut mount – MINI MINI Convertible (R52). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the mounts of the left and right shock struts of the front suspension.
  • All mounts of the front shock struts should be replaced simultaneously.
  • Be sure to replace all self-locking nuts and bolts during installation.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: strut mount – MINI MINI Convertible (R52). Recommended sequence of steps:
  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
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: strut mount – MINI MINI Convertible (R52). Tip from AUTODOC:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6
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    Clean the fasteners of the shock strut upper mount. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 7
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    Disconnect the wiring and the brake hose from the bracket on the shock strut.
  7. 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.
  8. 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.
  9. Step 10
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    Unscrew the lower fastener connecting the shock strut to the steering knuckle. Use XZN #14. Use a ratchet wrench. Use a tap wrench.
  10. 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.
  11. Step 12
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    Prop up the steering knuckle. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  12. 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: strut mount – MINI MINI Convertible (R52). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Make sure that the steering knuckle is not released from load.
  13. 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:
    MINI MINI Convertible (R52) – To avoid injury, hold the suspension strut while unscrewing the fastening bolts.
  14. Step 15
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    Remove the suspension strut.
  15. Step 16
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    Set the shock absorber strut on the spring compressor tool.
    Replacement: strut mount – MINI MINI Convertible (R52). Professionals recommend:
    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.
  16. Step 17
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    Compress the spring.
  17. 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.
  18. Step 19
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    Remove the shock strut mount.
  19. Step 20
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    Install a new strut mount.
  20. Step 21
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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: strut mount – MINI MINI Convertible (R52). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Check to make sure the spring is positioned correctly. Avoid its misalignment.
  21. Step 22
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    Decompress the spring. Remove the assembled shock strut.
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