T27 - strut mount replacement/access to same

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Have had a lingering problem with our 2010 1.8 tourer, with the car exhibiting clunks through the steering while steering at slow speeds/parking.  I can feel it through the wheel and also slightly through the brake pedal....so although I haven't been able to recreate the problem while viewing to actually see the spring snapping back, I reckon it's probably the drivers side strut mount that needs replacing.

I haven't attempted removal yet, but wondered if anyone here has done this? How hard is it to remove the metal panel that cowls the strut mount bolts for access? Any tips greatly received.

Thanks again.