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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMINI2013COOPER COUNTRYMAN, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1572 (SEATS - REPAIR)30 3RD SEAT ROW52 30 .. REPLACING ASSEMBLY FRAME FOR 3RD SEAT ROW
2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard Trans
52 30 .. Replacing Assembly Frame For 3rd Seat Row
2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION 52 30 .. Replacing Assembly Frame For 3rd Seat Row
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Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove gap cover. See 52 30 020 Removing and Installing Gap Cover For Floor Panel On Left Or Right
- Remove seat backrest frame on left and right. See 52 30 080 Removing and Installing/Replacing Left Seat Backrest Frame or 52 30 085 Removing and Installing/Replacing Right Seat Backrest Frame .
- Remove center lower strap fitting.
- Remove belt lock on left and right
- If necessary, remove rear cabin fan
- Remove control units for seat heating
Overview of assembly frame
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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.