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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 2126 (STEERING AND WHEEL ALIGNMENT - REPAIR)TROUBLESHOOTING32 90... TROUBLESHOOTING ON STEERING
2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard Trans
32 90... Troubleshooting on steering
2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION 32 90... Troubleshooting on steering
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 BMW 535i, 2009 BMW 535i, and 2008 BMW 535i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Observe TROUBLESHOOTING ON FRONT AXLE AND DIAGNOSIS HELP FOR STEERING (SI).
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
| Fault | Cause | Remedy |
|---|---|---|
| Excessive steering wheel play/steering wheel shake | Screws at lower section of steering spindle to steering gear/steering column loose | Replace screws and tighten down (refer to REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LOWER SECTION OF STEERING SPINDLE ) |
| Bolt connection, universal joint/double joint, to lower section of steering spindle/steering gear/steering column loose | Replace and tighten down bolts | |
| Journal of tie rod end deformed | Replace STEERING GEAR and TIE ROD ENDS | |
| Tie rod end worn | Check steering gear rack; if necessary, replace steering gear. See REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING POWER STEERING GEAR and REPLACING LEFT OR RIGHT TIE ROD . | |
| Check TIE RODS , replace if necessary | ||
| Replace TIE ROD END | ||
| Steering gear rack damaged | Replace steering gear. See REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING POWER STEERING GEAR and REPLACING LEFT OR RIGHT TIE ROD . | |
| Refer to TROUBLESHOOTING ON FRONT AXLE | ||
| Steering wheel inclination | Tie rod end worn | Replace TIE ROD END |
| Front axle alignment incorrectly adjusted | Carry out chassis/wheel alignment check, adjust toe/track if necessary. See KDS CHASSIS/WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK WITH LOAD UP TO DESIGN POSITION or KDS CHASSIS/WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK WITH RIDE-HEIGHT MEASUREMENT WITHOUT LOAD . | |
| Refer to TROUBLESHOOTING ON FRONT AXLE | ||
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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.