86 10... Replacing lashing plate and lashing eye

2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION 86 10... Replacing lashing plate and lashing eye
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Releasing lashing eye

Pull spring bar (1) upwards in direction of arrow A. Slide lashing eye (3) in direction of arrow B and remove from lashing plate (2).

Fig 1: Removing Lashing Eye
G05780563Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Release countersunk head screws (1) and remove lashing plate.

Installation: 

Tightening torque,

refer to 86 10 3AZ, see 86 10 PLATFORM

Fig 2: Identifying Lashing Plate Countersunk Head Screws
G05780564Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Locking lashing eye

Position lashing eye (1) on circular openings on lashing plate (2). Press lashing eye (1) in direction of arrow A into lashing plate (2). In this position, slide lashing eye (1) in direction of arrow B. Spring bar (3) snaps in, anchors and secures lashing eye (1) in lashing plate (2).

Fig 3: Pressing Lashing Eye Into Lashing Plate
G05780565Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
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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.