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2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard Trans
Section 1275 (Rear Axle - Repair)
2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION Section 1275 (Rear Axle - Repair)
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- 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 32... Overview Of Steering Links
- Final Drive
- Final Drive With Cover
- 33 11... Replacing Rear Cover Gasket On Rear Differential (188K)
- 33 11... Replacing Rear Cover Gasket On Rear Differential (188L / 188LW)
- 33 11... Replacing Rear Cover Gasket On Rear Differential (215L / 215LW)
- 33 11... Replacing Rear Cover Gasket On Rear Differential (215 With Lock)
- 33 11... Replacing Rear Cover Gasket On Rear Differential (215K)
- 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
- Final Drive Mounting
- 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 21 000 Removing And Installing / Replacing Left Or Right Output Shaft (M5)
- 33 21 036 Replace Gaiter Of Right Output Shaft
- 33 21 071 Replacing Both Gaiters On Left And Right Of Output Shaft
- Rear Sub-Frame
- Control Arms And Struts
- 33 32 051 Removing And Installing/Replacing Left Or Right Push Rod/Integral Link
- 33 32 064 Removing And Installing/Replacing Left Or Right Swinging Arm
- 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
- 51 71 482 Removing And Installing / Replacing Left Or Right Tension Strut (On Rear Axle) (M5, M6)
- Axle Mounting
- Wheel Bearings
- Shock Absorber
- 33 00... Information On Replacing Shock Absorbers
- 33 52 100 Removing And Installing Rear Left Or Right Spring Strut Shock Absorber
- 33 52 131 Replacing Rear Left Or Right Spring Strut Shock Absorber (Early Version; Up To 2007)
- 33 52 131 Replacing Rear Left Or Right Spring Strut Shock Absorber (Later Version; After 2007)
- 33 52 161 Replacing Rear Left Or Right Thrust Bearing For Spring Strut / Shock Absorber
- Springs With Suspension
- Stabilizer Bar
- 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.