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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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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMINI2013COOPER COUNTRYMAN, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1289 (GENERAL ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - REPAIR)31 SWITCH61 31 195 REMOVING AND INSTALLING (REPLACING) FRONT CONTROLLER
2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard Trans
61 31 195 Removing and Installing (Replacing) Front Controller
2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION 61 31 195 Removing and Installing (Replacing) Front Controller
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IMPORTANT:
Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD protection)
. See 61 35 ... NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE)
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove knob for controller . See 61 31 192 REPLACING KNOB FOR CONTROLLER
- Remove center console . See 51 16 200 REMOVING AND INSTALLING STORAGE COMPARTMENT
Release screws (1).
Remove controller (2) in direction of arrow from storage compartment (3).
Replacement:
Carry out programming/coding . See VEHICLE PROGRAMMING AND CODING
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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.