63 11... Installing headlight repair kit

2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION 63 11... Installing headlight repair kit
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Necessary preliminary work: Remove headlight .

Damaged holders can be replaced with repair kit (1, 2, 3, 4). Replacement of headlight is not required!

Fig 1: Identifying Damaged Holders
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Retaining tab 1 of first image: Remove damaged holder (1) up to the line marked with arrows. Mount holder from repair kit (3) as shown at position (2) and swing upward. Tighten screws (5). Slide on clamp (4) onto retaining tab (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Retaining Tab 1
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Retaining tab 2 of first image: A: Remove damaged holder as shown. B: Mount the holder from repair kit (1) as shown. Tighten the screws (see arrows). C. Mount holder (2) on holder (1) as shown. D: Screw holder (2) onto holder (1) using screw (3) and nut (4).

Fig 3: Identifying Retaining Tab 2
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Retaining tab 3 of first image: A: Remove the damaged holder (1) as shown in the figure. B: Slide in holder from repair kit (2) on the side. Tighten screws (3).

Fig 4: Identifying Retaining Tab 3
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Retaining tab 4 from first image: A: Remove the damaged holder (1) as shown in the figure. B: Mount the holder from repair kit (3) as shown. Tighten screws (2). C: Mount metal bracket (4). Tighten screw (5).

Fig 5: Identifying Retaining Tab 4
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After installation: Adjust headlights 

RENDER: 1.0x

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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.
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