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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMINI2013COOPER COUNTRYMAN, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 2329 (REAR AXLE - REPAIR)TROUBLESHOOTING33 90... REAR AXLE TROUBLESHOOTING
2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard Trans
33 90... Rear axle troubleshooting
2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION 33 90... Rear axle troubleshooting
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Observe troubleshooting for shock absorbers .
REAR AXLE TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
| Fault | Cause | Remedy |
|---|---|---|
| Grinding noise (only when cornering) | Refer to TROUBLESHOOTING BRAKE SYSTEM | |
| Wheel bearings faulty | Replace wheel bearings | |
| Vibration (90 - 160 km/h) | Wheel imbalance | Balance wheels |
| Radial/lateral rim runout | Check rims , replace if necessary | |
| Radial tyre runout | Match or replace tyres | |
| Imbalance in output shaft | Replace output shaft | |
| Drumming | Rubber mount on rear axle differential suspension defective | Replace rubber mount |
| Rubber mount of rear axle carrier faulty | Replace rubber mount | |
| Rattling noise | Refer to 33 90... Troubleshooting shock absorber . | |
| Stabilizer link loose or defective | Check screw connection, replace stabilizer link if necessary | |
| Rubber mount of rear axle carrier loose or faulty | Check seat, replace rubber mount if necessary | |
| Poor straight-running stability (steering wheel inclination) | Refer to BMW diagnosis system computer | |
| Unsteady taking of curves due to self-steering or poor rear end track stability | ||
| Excessive tyre wear | ||
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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.