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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMINI2013COOPER COUNTRYMAN, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 3015 (TRAILERS - REPAIR - E90)8610 LOADING PLATFORM8610... DISASSEMBLY OF LOADING RAMP FRAME/DISASSEMBLY OF RAIL, LEFT/RIGHTNOTES
2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard Trans
8610... Disassembly of loading ramp frame/disassembly of rail, left/right: Notes
2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION Notes
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NOTE:
Two persons are required to disassemble the loading ramp frame.
Disassembly of license plate mounting plate
REFER TO 86 10... DISASSEMBLY OF LICENSE PLATE .
Disassembly of pull rod
REFER TO 86 10... DISASSEMBLY OF OVERRUNNING EQUIPMENT .
Disassembly of license plate mounting plate
REFER TO 86 10... DISASSEMBLY OF LICENSE PLATE .
Disassembly of pull rod
REFER TO 86 10... DISASSEMBLY OF OVERRUNNING EQUIPMENT .
Release screws (1) of loading ramp frame (2) on cross-strut (3).
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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.