86 10... Removing loading ramp lock: Installation

2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION Installation
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Tightening Torque,

refer to 86 10 28AZ, see 86 10 PLATFORM .

Fig 1: Identifying Loading Ramp Lock And Bolts
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Pass lever (1) of rotary striker lock (2) out of square hole (3) by twisting from side to side.

Fig 2: Pass Lever (1) Of Rotary Striker Lock (2)
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Unscrew bolts (1).



Opening for securing clip (2) points to front or rear.

Square-head nut (3) rests with its square surface parallel to bearing pedestal (4).

Tightening Torque,

refer to 86 10 29AZ, see 86 10 PLATFORM .

Fig 1: Square-Head Nut (3) Rests With Its Square Surface Parallel To Bearing Pedestal (4)
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Raise edge (1) of securing clip and slide in direction of arrow towards rear.

Detach bearing pedestal (2).

Fig 2: Detaching Bearing Pedestal
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Install bearing pedestal (1) on stub (3) of locking bracket (3).

Off-center bore (4) in bearing pedestal (1) points with short distance (A) to locking bracket (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Off-Center Bore In Bearing Pedestal Points With Short Distance
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