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Mini Mini Workshop Manual (1996-2000)12 · Drive shafts
12 · Transmission

Drive shaft and outer joint (page 2 of 5)

Make
Mini
Model
Mini Workshop Manual
Year
1996–2000
Section
Repairs
Drive shaftsDrive shaft and outer joint · page 2 of 5
Diagram
  1. Remove 2 bolts and collect washers securing brake caliper to front hub.
  2. Release brake caliper from front hub and tie aside.

CAUTION: Do not allow weight of caliper to hang on brake hose.

  1. Raise front suspension using a jack positioned beneath lower suspension arm.
Raise front suspension using a jack positioned beneath lower suspension arm.
  1. Remove screw securing rebound rubber to subframe.
  2. Remove rebound rubber.
  3. Fit a wedge between suspension arm and subframe, lower suspension onto wedge and remove jack.

CAUTION: Ensure that an appropriate wedge is used to prevent any damage occurring to the suspension components.

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