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 1309 (STEERING AND WHEEL ALIGNMENT -- REPAIR)00 ELECTRONIC CHASSIS ALIGNMENT32 00... CHASSIS/WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK PROCEDURE
2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard Trans
32 00... Chassis/Wheel Alignment Check Procedure
2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION 32 00... Chassis/Wheel Alignment Check Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 BMW 550i and 2006 BMW 550i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CHASSIS/WHEEL ALIGNMENT PROCEDURE CHART
| Check adherence to TEST CONDITIONS | ||||||
| I V |
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| Position vehicle on measuring stand | ||||||
| I V |
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| Measure VEHICLE RIDE HEIGHT | OK -> | Carry out CHASSIS/WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK with ride-height measurement without load | ||||
| Read off setpoint value in KDS Tolerance -20 / +40 mm per wheel permissible Difference between left / right max. 10 mm permissible |
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| Not OK / no data I V |
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| Move vehicle into NORMAL POSITION | ||||||
| Introduce load and measure ride heights | ||||||
| Read off setpoint value in KDS Tolerance ± 10 mm per wheel permissible Difference between left / right max. 10 mm permissible |
Not OK - > | |||||
| OK I V |
Check suspension for damage, repair if necessary | |||||
| Move vehicle into DESIGN POSITION | ≤ - Not OK | |||||
| Add/distribute weights and measure ride heights | ||||||
| Read off setpoint value in KDS Tolerance ± 2 mm per wheel permissible Difference between left / right max. 2 mm permissible |
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| I V |
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| Carry out KDS CHASSIS/WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK with load up to design position |
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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.