86 10... Replacing rear light

2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION 86 10... Replacing rear light
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Release thumb screws (1), slide light guard (2) in direction of middle of car and tilt out towards rear.

Fig 1: Identifying Light Guard
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Turn handwheel (1) counterclockwise in direction of arrow and remove base (2).

Fig 2: Removing Base
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Release nuts (1) and press rear light (2) out towards front.

Installation: 

Use new self-locking nuts.

Tightening Torque  ,

refer to 86 10 1AZ, see 86 10 PLATFORM

Fig 3: Identifying Rear Light Nuts
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RENDER: 1.0x

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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.