86 10... Disassembly Of Base Plate

2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION 86 10... Disassembly Of Base Plate
WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 12 other vehicles, including the 2010 BMW 535xi, 2010 BMW 535i, 2009 BMW 535xi, 2009 BMW 535i, and 2008 BMW 750i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:

Disassembly of bar

refer to REPLACING BAR 

Disassembly of lashing plate

refer to REPLACING LASHING PLATE AND LASHING EYE 

Disassembly of 12 volt socket

refer to REPLACING 12 VOLT SOCKET 

Remove plastic bush/metal bush

refer to REMOVING PLASTIC BUSH/METAL BUSH 

Disassembly of light guard

refer to REPLACING REAR LIGHT 

Disassembly of front apron

refer to DISASSEMBLY OF FRONT APRON 

Disassembly of left and right aprons

refer to DISASSEMBLY OF LEFT AND RIGHT APRONS 

Disassembly of left and right wheel boxes

refer to DISASSEMBLY OF LEFT AND RIGHT WHEEL BOXES 

Disassembly of rear apron

refer to DISASSEMBLY OF REAR APRON 

Disassembly of left and right lamp housings

refer to DISASSEMBLY OF LEFT AND RIGHT LAMP HOUSINGS 

Disassembly of rivet connection, rear support

refer to REMOVING REAR SUPPORTS AND BRACKET 

Unscrew bolts (1).

CAUTION:

Before drilling out rivet heads, drive in rivet pins with a punch.

Drill out rivet connections (2).

RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

Recommended Tools & Savings

Use the Manual With the Right Hardware

Pair factory procedures with proven DIY tools so the instructions are easier to execute.

Affiliate disclosure: We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

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.