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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMINI2013COOPER COUNTRYMAN, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 30 (BRAKES - REPAIR)BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEMBASIC BLEEDING PROCEDURES
2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard Trans
Basic Bleeding Procedures
2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION Basic Bleeding Procedures
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CAUTION:
Use only clean brake fluid. Ensure no dirt or other foreign matter contaminates brake fluid. DO NOT mix different brands of brake fluid, as they may not be compatible. DO NOT spill brake fluid on car, as it will damage paint. If brake fluid contacts paint, immediately flush with water.
- If using a bleeder device, refer to documentation. Attach to expansion tank. Charging pressure must not exceed 29 PSI (2 bar).
- Reservoir on master cylinder must be full at start of bleeding procedure. Connect bleeder hose with bottle to rear-right brake caliper. Open bleed valve and fully depress brake pedal at least 12 times. Brake fluid must emerge without bubbles.
- Apply steady pressure and close bleeder valve.
- Switch off bleeder unit and disconnect from expansion tank. Check brake fluid level. Close expansion tank. Take care of rubber gasket in lid.
- Repeat procedure on left-rear brake caliper, right-front brake caliper and left-front brake caliper.
CAUTION:
With fixed caliper, bleed both sides of brake caliper, removing wheel if necessary.
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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.