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

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Replacement: strut mount – MINI MINI Convertible (R52). Tools you need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Copper grease
Combination spanner #19
Drive socket # 13
Drive socket # 21
HEX bit No.H6.
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Tap wrench
Hydraulic transmission jack
Hydraulic strut spring compressor
Wheel chock
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Replacement: strut mount – MINI MINI Convertible (R52). AUTODOC recommends:
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the mounts of the left and right shock struts of the rear suspension.
  • All mounts of the rear shock struts should be replaced simultaneously.
  • Be sure to replace all self-locking nuts and bolts during installation.
  • Please note: all work on the car – MINI MINI Convertible (R52) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  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 rear 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:
    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 shock strut fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 7
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    Unscrew the lower fastener of the shock absorber strut. Use a drive socket #21. Use a ratchet wrench. Use a tap wrench.
  7. Step 8
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    Disconnect the wiring and the brake hose from the bracket on the shock strut.
  8. Step 9
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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 MINI Convertible (R52)
  9. Step 10
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    Remove the suspension strut.
  10. Step 11
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    Set the shock absorber strut on the spring compressor tool.
    Replacement: strut mount – MINI MINI Convertible (R52). AUTODOC experts 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.
  11. Step 12
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    Compress the spring.
  12. Step 13
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    Remove the strut piston rod nut. Use HEX No.H6. Use a combination spanner #19. Use a ratchet wrench.
  13. Step 14
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    Remove the top mount.
  14. Step 15
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    Install the top shock strut mount.
  15. Step 16
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    Tighten the shock strut piston rod nut. Use HEX No.H6. Use a combination spanner #19. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 30 Nm torque.
    Replacement: strut mount – MINI MINI Convertible (R52). Tip:
    Check to make sure the spring is positioned correctly. Avoid its misalignment.
  16. Step 17
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    Decompress the spring.
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