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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMINI2013COOPER COUNTRYMAN, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 316 (GENERAL ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - REPAIR)ECUS MODULES61 35 285 REMOVING AND INSTALLING (REPLACING) LIGHT MODULE

2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard Trans

61 35 285 Removing and installing (replacing) light module

2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION 61 35 285 Removing and installing (replacing) light module

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 BMW 545i and 2004 BMW 545i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD protection). Refer to 61 35 ... NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE) .

Necessary Preliminary Tasks:

Remove trim panel for pedal assembly. Refer to 51 45 185 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING TRIM FOR PEDAL ASSEMBLY .

Unfasten plug connection (4) and disconnect.

Unlock catch (1) and feed out/remove light module (2) in direction of arrow.

Installation:

Make sure light module (2) is correctly seated in mounting (3) and catch (1).

Fig 1: Removing Light Module

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If necessary, unlock catch (1) and remove cover (2) from light module (3).

Installation:

Make sure cover (2) is correctly seated on light module (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Catch In Light Module Cover

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Fig 3: Locating Light Module Plug Connection

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Replacement:

Carry out programming/coding. Refer to DIAGNOSIS PROGRAMMING/CODING .

RENDER: 1.0x

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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.