Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMINI2013COOPER COUNTRYMAN, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 3533 (GENERAL ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - REPAIR)PLUG CONNECTION, TERMINAL, FUSE BOX61 13... OPENING PLUG HOUSINGS AND REMOVING CONTACTS OF DIFFERENT PLUG SYSTEMS61 13... SOCKET HOUSING (RADIO PLUG), HYBRID SYSTEM MQS/MPQREMOVING MQS CONTACTS FROM CONTACT CARRIER
2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard Trans
Removing MQS contacts from contact carrier
2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION Removing MQS contacts from contact carrier
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Press lock (1) in direction of arrow and pull housing (2) out of radio plug.
Press lock (1) in direction of arrow. Pull contact carrier (2) out of housing (3).
NOTE:
When the contact carrier is pulled out, the secondary locks of the socket contacts are raised.
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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.