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 1474 (BODY EQUIPMENT - REPAIR)00 GENERAL51 00 ... SERVICE POSITION OF ENGINE HOOD/BONNET
2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard Trans
51 00 ... Service position of engine hood/bonnet
2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION 51 00 ... Service position of engine hood/bonnet
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Special tools required:
- 51 0 040 HOOD/BONNET STAY (2 X)
- 51 2 160
- 51 2 170
- 51 2 180
- 51 2 240
NOTE:
Only the special tool pertaining to the model series can be selected.
SPECIAL TOOL CHART
| Model series | Special tool |
|---|---|
| E46, R50, R52, R53 | 51 2 160 |
| E53, E60, E61, E63, E64, E81, E85, E86, E87, E90, E91, E92, E93 | 51 2 170 |
| E65, E66, E67 | 51 2 180 |
| E83 | 51 0 040 |
| E70 | 51 2 240 |
WARNING:
Risk of injury and damage!
Engine hood/bonnet must be held by a second person helping.
Engine hood/bonnet must be held by a second person helping.
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.