R52 how to replace reverse light bulb

Thanks for the instructions. I have a 2007 mini convertible and found a video that showed how to access the tail light assembly. As someone already mentioned there's a small access door that you can barely fit a 10mm ratchet wrench into and take off the single nut then push the tail light assembly out after squeezing the clips. The video shows the steps. However, one thing I couldn't figure out is how to remove the reverse light bulb as on my 2007 it's different than the tail/brake bulb. In the video it's the same reverse bulb and I uploaded a picture as well. Anyone replaced this reverse bulb and want to share how to do it?



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[Nick at Pelican Parts]

We don't currently have that tech article. If we get a chance to perform the procedure, we will be sure to document it.


I would grab a repair manual. It will have the procedure, special tools and torque specs.


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- Nick

[bmoody33]

Thanks Nick! I need to buy a good repair manual. Also, I can't remember if I pasted the link to the video or not or if that is allowed or not here but just in case here's the link to the youtube video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Cv9h3ic2JI showing the repair. I think it would be worthwhile to post the link so people can use both your article and watch the video as they both helped me in my repair!

[Luccia at Pelican Parts]

Bentley Manual here: Mini Cooper, Cooper S, and Clubman (R55/R56/R57) - Books & Technical Documentation - Page 1. Might be doing a promo on them sometime in the near future as well.

If you took pictures and still remember in detail how to do the repair, might I suggest submitting it for our enthusiast content? Details at the link below. If yours gets selected it will be published in our tech library and you can get 10% off your next order with us.

Enthusiast Tech Article Submissions - Pelican Parts

Let me know if you have any questions.