My Mini is in the shop getting the blower motor replaced, necessitating the removal of the entire dash. Since this process is like 8 hours of labor, I am wondering, w hat else should I have them check while it is torn apart? I would hate to go through this again for a part that would make sense to replace now!

 

The key is moving parts like motors. I cannot think of any, except if you have auto climate control which I assume has a lot of vacuum actuators, have them check the condition of the rubber vacuum hoses. Rubber vacuum hoses are a mixed bag in quality. Typically German are excellent. UK made, think Lucas electrical quality.

 

Thanks for the info. I took a look at a pic from a dash removed and could basically see wires, hoses, air ducts, and the dang blower, smack dab in the middle in the back. I know the rest of the mechanical items from the cooling/heating system are accessible as I replaced them last year!

 

You may want to replace the padding on the rear of the dash.
Chances are, the foam is falling apart. Replacing it will stop the dash from squeaking.

 

I took mine all off and used the soft side of the velcro tape all over the underside, MINI dealerships do the same thing. Just watch around the airbag system.