1992 Mini with 1275 cc
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If you have a 92 it probably has the Japanese instrument cluster (even if it isn't a Japanese model) to release the cable from the speedo there are two tabs on the plastic collar, one has a hole in it, the other is solid. One the one with the hole, slip a small screwdriver under the tab and lift slightly, then slide the cable off the speedo. On the other end, it merely unscrews from the transmission. I've had the most luck reaching down from above but if it's on tight it can be a bugger to get loose.
some people have successfully modified the jaws of a basin wrench to get it loose, I made a tool out of a piece of scrap metal.....
some people have successfully modified the jaws of a basin wrench to get it loose, I made a tool out of a piece of scrap metal.....
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