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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMINI2013COOPER COUNTRYMAN, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 2506 (STEERING AND WHEEL ALIGNMENT - REPAIR)MECHANICAL STEERING GEAR32 11... NOTES ON CHECKING STEERING BACKLASH ON VEHICLES WITH RACK-AND-PINION STEERING (WITH FRONT AXLE RAISED)
2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard Trans
32 11... Notes on checking steering backlash on vehicles with rack-and-pinion steering (with front axle raised)
2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION 32 11... Notes on checking steering backlash on vehicles with rack-and-pinion steering (with front axle raised)
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When the front axle is raised, the applied force is distributed via the tie rod into horizontal and vertical forces. If there is now no electric or hydraulic assistance, the forces created cause the thrust member (1) to be unloaded against the spring (2). The play created in this way is incorrectly referred to as steering backlash.
3 = Rack
3 = Rack
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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.