Genuine BMW MINI factory replacement standard antenna base for the R52 MINI Convertibles WITHOUT the factory Navigation option.
Fits the following models:
- 2005-2008 R52 MINI Cooper and Cooper S Convertibles
For the convertibles with Navigation or for a replacement securing nut, see NMX7685-P.
For 2002-2006 MINI Hatchbacks, see NMX7686-P.
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Question:
I'm looking at your Gen1 MINI Cooper R52 antenna base, but I don't want to order it if I can't replace it myself. Do you have instructions on how to change the antenna base for a convertible?
Answer:
Yes, we made a video on it
https://www.minimania.com/How_to_Install_an_Antenna_Base_in_Your_MINIHere are the instructions
Unscrew the antenna mast.Twist the black base cover 45° and this should come off.The base module is held on with a 17mm or 19 mm nut, You'll now need to release the roof-lining to gain access to the module (you need to do this properly as you can easily damage it by creasing it and once the damage is there it doesn't always come out, releasing the roof-lining properly can turn out to be a big job ).Once you have enough access to the antenna module there is a white wire (power from audio unit) with a simple spade connector, this will just pull off. Now the antenna cable (coax cable) has a complicated clip on it , it has a sleeve in it which you can grip between two fingers, slide it back towards the module and the cable ejects , refitting it is simple it just pushes back in (easily done if you know how and someone who knows how to do it could do it with less access, however if you have never done one before it can be difficult and you may need more access.Once all the above has been done undo the nut on top and remove the module and replacement is a reversal of refitting making sure that any seals are in-place as water leaks can occur.Also there is a clip that holds up the rear of the roof-lining at the rear in the centre this just pops out with the aid of a screw driver but it's better done with a clip removal tool if one is available this needs to be unclipped no matter what but when it's left in it holds up the roof-lining while you release of other panels to release of the roof-lining.
Hope that helps!
Mini Mania Tech Team
The MINI Cooper Parts and Accessories Experts