Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMINI2013COOPER COUNTRYMAN, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1257 (FRONT AXLE - REPAIR - AWD)90 TROUBLESHOOTING31 90 ... TROUBLESHOOTING SHOCK ABSORBER
2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard Trans
31 90 ... Troubleshooting Shock Absorber
2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION 31 90 ... Troubleshooting Shock Absorber
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Read and comply with Information on replacing shock absorbers. See 31 00 ... Information on Replacing Shock Absorbers .
TROUBLESHOOTING SHOCK ABSORBER
| Fault | Cause | Remedy |
|---|---|---|
| Wheel knocking (bottoming) | Auxiliary spring faulty | Visually inspect auxiliary spring for cracking, replace auxiliary spring. See 31 31 041 Replacing Front Left or Right Spring Strut (AWD) AWD only: Visually inspect support ring for damage |
| Shock absorber leaking (oil/gas) | Replace shock absorber. See 31 31 041 Replacing Front Left or Right Spring Strut (AWD) | |
| Rattling noise | Shock absorber mounting loose | Tighten shock absorber |
| Support bearing faulty/hardened | Replace support bearing | |
| Shock absorber leaking (gas/oil) | Replace shock absorber. See 31 31 041 Replacing Front Left or Right Spring Strut (AWD) | |
| Worn down areas (flattened areas) on tire profile | Shock absorber leaking (gas/oil) | Replace shock absorber. See 31 31 041 Replacing Front Left or Right Spring Strut (AWD) |
| Long after-swinging of body after driving over rough road | Shock absorber leaking (insufficient shock absorber effect) | Replace shock absorber. See 31 31 041 Replacing Front Left or Right Spring Strut (AWD) |
| Building-up of body in case of successive uneven surfaces | Shock absorber leaking (insufficient shock absorber effect) | Replace shock absorber. See 31 31 041 Replacing Front Left or Right Spring Strut (AWD) |
| Wheels jumping even on normal road surfaces | Shock absorber leaking (insufficient shock absorber effect) | Replace shock absorber. See 31 31 041 Replacing Front Left or Right Spring Strut (AWD) |
| Whistling noises | Separating skin in vent holes of auxiliary spring | Remove separating skin |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.