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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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2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard Trans
Section 1258 (Rear Axle - Repair (AWD))
2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION Section 1258 (Rear Axle - Repair (AWD))
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- 00 General
- 00 Danger of Poisoning If Oil Is Ingested/Absorbed Through the Skin
- 00 Risk of Injury If Oil Comes Into Contact With Eyes and Skin
- 00 Safety Instructions For Handling Oil
- 00 ... ... Raising Vehicle With Trolley Jack
- 33 .. . Rear Axle Layout
- 33 00 ... Information On Replacing Shock Absorbers
- 33 00 ... Instructions (Chassis Components Made Of Aluminum)
- 33 00 ... Notes On Repairing Threads
- 33 00 ... Rear Axle: Wheel/Chassis Alignment Check Must Be Carried Out After the Following Work
- 33 10 ... Overview of Rear Differential/Output Shafts
- 33 31 ... Overview of Rear Axle Carrier With Rubber Mounts
- 33 32 ... Overview of Steering Links
- 10 Final Drive
- 11 Final Drive With Cover
- 33 11 ... Replacing Rear Cover Gasket On Rear Differential (168L)
- 33 11 ... Replacing Rear Cover Gasket On Rear Differential (188L/188LW)
- 33 11 ... Replacing Rear Cover Gasket On Rear Differential (215L/215LW)
- 33 11 021 Replacing Shaft Seal For Input Flange On Final Drive
- 33 11 091 Replacing Drive Flange On Left Or Right Of Rear Differential
- 33 11 151 Replacing Shaft Seal For Drive Flange Left Or Right
- 33 11 271 Replacing Rear Cover Gasket On Rear Differential
- 17 Final Drive Mounting
- 21 Output Shafts
- 33 21 ... Pressing Output Shaft Out Of Drive Flange and Drawing In (Output Shaft Removed From Rear Differential)
- 33 21 ... Ribbed Teeth
- 33 21 001 Removing and Installing Or Replacing Left Output Shaft
- 33 21 002 Removing and Installing/Replacing Right Output Shaft
- 33 21 035 Replacing Gaiter On Left Output Shaft (Altered Sealing Cover)
- 33 21 036 Replacing Gaiter On Right Output Shaft
- 31 Rear Sub Frame
- 32 Control Arms And Struts
- 33 32 021 Replacing Left Or Right Trailing Arm
- 33 32 031 Replacing Rubber Mount For Trailing Arm In Wheel Carrier
- 33 32 035 Replacing a Rubber Mount For Trailing Arm In Rear Axle Carrier
- 33 32 071 Replacing One Upper Control Arm
- 33 32 091 Replacing A Guide Arm
- 33 32 125 Replacing a Ball Joint In Lower Steering Knuckle/Wheel Carrier
- 33 32 131 Removing and Installing/Replacing A Steering Knuckle/Wheel Carrier
- 33 32 180 Removing and Installing/Replacing Left Or Right Toe Arm
- 33 32 190 Removing and Installing/Replacing Left Or Right Camber Arm
- 33 32 195 Replacing Rubber Mount For Camber Arm In Rear Axle Carrier
- 51 75 001 Removing and Installing/Replacing Left or Right Underbody Cover
- 33 Axle Mounting
- 41 Wheel Bearings
- 33 41 ... Detaching Wheel Bearing Inner Race From Drive Flange (Drive Flange Removed)
- 33 41 005 Replacing Left Drive Flange On Rear Axle Shaft
- 33 41 007 Replacing Right Drive Flange On Rear Axle Shaft
- 33 41 153 Replacing Wheel Bearing (75 MM) On Rear Axle Shaft On Left
- 33 41 153 Replacing Wheel Bearing (85 MM) On Rear Axle Shaft On Left
- 33 41 155 Replacing Right Wheel Bearing On Rear Axle Shaft
- 52 Shock Absorber
- 53 Springs With Suspension
- 55 Stabilizer Bar
- 90 Troubleshooting
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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.