I am about to do this job on my 2008 r56 Copper S hardtop with the subframe down and I have a question. The driver's side inner steering tie rod end is recessed into the rack so that no "flats" are sticking out. I assume you need to use an inner tie rod puller for this or some special Mini/BMW tool?

Also, your method is fine accept for the fact that you cannot torque the inner tie rod end to spec using the open ended wrench. Its better to use a inner tie rod tool for that reason. Yes?

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It's always better to use the tie rod tool, however access to the tool can be tough.

- Nick