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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMINI2013COOPER COUNTRYMAN, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 30 (BRAKES - REPAIR)TESTINGPOWER BRAKE BOOSTERLOW PRESSURE TEST
2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard Trans
Low Pressure Test
2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION Low Pressure Test
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- Remove left microfilter for interior ventilation.
- Pull hose off connection. Install Vacuum Tester (34 3 100) between connection and vacuum hose on non-return valve. See Fig 1.
- Start engine and check buildup of partial vacuum. Stop engine.
- Press brake pedal to set a partial vacuum of no more than 11.6 PSI (.8 bar) and wait for value to stabilize.
- When the brake pedal is not pressed, the partial vacuum is allowed to drop by maximum .8 PSI (.06 bar) over a test period of 1 minute. If specified values are not reached:
- Check line connections for vacuum seal.
- Replace vacuum non-return valve.
- Check seal between brake booster and brake master cylinder (sealing ring) for perfect condition and correct seating.
- If the specified values are not achieved when the test is repeated, replace the brake booster.
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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.