Safety Warning
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 2328 (STEERING AND WHEEL ALIGNMENT - REPAIR)STEERING COLUMN32 31 003 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING UPPER SECTION OF STEERING COLUMN TRIM
2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard Trans
32 31 003 Removing and installing/replacing upper section of steering column trim
2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION 32 31 003 Removing and installing/replacing upper section of steering column trim
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Special tools required:
- 00 9 323
See MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL INFORMATION - SPECIAL TOOLS .
IMPORTANT:
Disconnecting the plug connection for the hands-free microphone or emergency SOS call button results in fault memory entries in the telephone control unit (limitation in the emergency SOS call system).
After installation:
- Read out fault memory and delete entries
Move steering column in "bottom" and "extended" position.
IMPORTANT:
Risk of damage!
Unclip steering column trim (1) at side with special tool 00 9 323 .
Unclip steering column trim (1) at side with special tool 00 9 323 .
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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.