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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMINI2013COOPER COUNTRYMAN, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 2306 (ENGINE - REPAIR (N51))VACUUM PUMP

2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard Trans

Vacuum Pump

2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION Vacuum Pump

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Remove DRIVE BELT .
Remove BELT TENSIONER for drive belt.
Remove SEALING CAP for vacuum pump.
Remove intake PLENUM .

Rotate crankshaft at central bolt.

Rotate camshaft sprocket (3) until drilled holes and screws (1) match up.

Screw in special tool 11 4 362 (adapter).

Secure special tool 11 0 290 in sprocket (3) and on special tool 11 4 362 (adapter).

Release screw (2).

Tightening torque: 11 66 2AZ .

Release screws (1) and secure against falling out.

Tightening torque: 11 66 1AZ .

Remove vacuum pump towards rear.

Installation note:

Replace gasket.

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool (11 0 290) And (11 4 362)

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Press chain tensioner with chain (1) in direction of arrow.

Insert special tool 11 4 120 .

Remove special tool 11 0 290 .

Remove camshaft sprocket (2) in direction of arrow.

Fig 2: Removing Camshaft Sprocket

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Assemble engine.

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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.