Cooper Convertible (R52) L4-1.6L (W10) (2005)
Note:
Completely remove rivet remnants (rattling noises).
If necessary, remove tension bar See: Replacing Tension Bar on left and right from bearing.
Remove bearing (2).
Drill out rivets from tension bar joint.
Remove locking tension bar (3) with joint.
Replacing Tension Bar
54 34 370 - Replacing tension bar
Necessary preliminary tasks:
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Remove auxiliary brake light See: Lighting and Horns/Brake Lamp/Service and Repair
The individual operations are described in detail in:
Removing trim strips See: Convertible Top Moulding / Trim/Service and Repair/Removing and Installing / Replacing Left or Right Convertible Top
Trim Strip on convertible top:
Release screws along marked area.
Remove trims strips on left (1) and right (2).