Workshop Manuals Factory service & repair Mini
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Mini Mini Workshop Manual (1996-2000)17 · Body
17 · Body & interior

LH side only

Make
Mini
Model
Mini Workshop Manual
Year
1996–2000
Section
Exterior fittings › LH side only
BodyLH side only
Diagram
  1. Using a 5mm drill, drill out rivet securing wheel arch extension to sill panel.
  2. Remove 5 nuts securing wheel arch extension to body.
  3. Remove wheel arch extension.

Refit

  1. Clean mating faces of wheel arch extension and body.
  2. Fit wheel arch extension to body ensuring sealing rubber is correctly seated.
  3. Fit nuts securing wheel arch extension to body and tighten to 9 Nm.
  4. Rivet wheel arch extension to sill panel.
  5. Fit rear quarter trim pad. See Interior trim components.

LH side only

  1. Manoeuvre fuel tank into position and position restraining strap.
  2. Fit and tighten strap retaining bolt.
  3. Connect Lucars to sender unit.
  4. Fit fuel tank side cover and secure with studs.
  5. Fit spare wheel.
  6. Refill fuel tank with fuel.
  7. Connect battery earth lead.

RH side only

  1. Secure washer reservoir to mounting bracket.

Parts & tools for this job For 1996 Mini Mini

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