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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2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard Trans
11 11 Engine Block
2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION 11 11 Engine Block
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TIGHTENING TORQUES - ENGINE BLOCK
| Type | Thread | Tightening specification | Measure | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2AZ Main bearing screws | S62 / N62 / N62TU / N73 | M11 | Replace screws Do not wash off screw coating | |
| Jointing torque | 20 Nm | |||
| Torque angle | 100 ° | |||
| Main bearing screws Engine block lower section to upper section | N40 / N42 / N45 / N46 | M10 | Replace screws | |
| Jointing torque | 20 Nm | |||
| Torque angle | 70 ° |
TIGHTENING TORQUES - ENGINE BLOCK
| Type | Thread | Tightening specification | Measure | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3AZ Taper screw mount on main bearing | ||||
| Screws and spacer bolts | M60 / M62 / M70 / S70 / M73 / S62 | M8 | Replace screws | |
| Jointing torque | 20 Nm | |||
| Torque angle | 45 ° | |||
| N62 / N62TU / N73 | M8 | 34 Nm | ||
| Threaded support sleeves | M70 / M60 / M62 / S70 / M73 / S62 | 10 Nm | ||
| N62 / N62TU / N73 | 6 Nm | |||
| 4AZ Struts/bracing shell | M67 | M10.9 | 66 Nm | |
| M10 | 43 Nm | |||
| M8 | 22 Nm | |||
| 5AZ Drain plug for coolant in engine block | M14 x 1.5 | 25 Nm | ||
| 6AZ Main oil gallery seal plugs | M16 x 1.5 | 34 Nm | ||
| M18x1.5 | 40 Nm | |||
| N62 / N62TU / N73 | M18x1.5 | Insert screw with Loctite | 25 Nm | |
| N40 / N42 / N45 / N46 | M16x1.5 | 36 Nm | ||
| Main oil gallery, rear (seal plugs with control valve) | M62 / S62 | M18x1 | 10 Nm | |
| 7AZ Oil spray nozzle on engine block | M6 | 10 Nm | ||
| Oil spray nozzle screwed into bearing seat (coat thread with Loctite 243) | M73 | M8x1 | 5 Nm | |
| Oil spray nozzle to engine block (banjo bolt) | M8x1 | 12 Nm | ||
| 8AZ Pressure holding valve to crankcase (1bar) | S54 / B32 | 20 Nm |
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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.