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Front underside view of a 998 cc Mini 1000 Saloon

1 Engine/transmission oil drain plug 2 Oil filter 3 Front suspension tie-bar 4 Disc brake caliper 5 Driveshaft outer CV joint 6 Front subframe 7 Subframe rear mounting 8 Offset sphere type inner CV joint 9 Gearchange extension rod 10 Battery positive cable 11 Steering tie-rod outer balljoint 12 Lower suspension arm 13 Exhaust bracket