61 11... Installing repair cable for left Side View camera

2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION 61 11... Installing repair cable for left Side View camera
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Read and comply with notes on HANDLING WIRING HARNESSES AND CABLES .

NOTE: Work is shown on the E70 by way of example. There may be differences in detail in the case of other vehicle types and equipment specifications.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Carefully pull carpet (1) in driver's footwell downward. Break through opening (2) in rubber grommet (3) using a suitable tool.

Fig 1: Identifying Carpet And Rubber Grommet
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Undo clip (1) and screws (3). Remove cover (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Clip, Screws And Cover
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Unlock the lock (1) in direction of arrow with suitable tool.

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!

Unlock the lock (3) carefully  with a suitable tool. Pull connector housing (4) of line (2) in direction of arrow.

Installation note: 

Pay attention to encoding (5)!

Fig 3: Pulling Connector Housing Of Line
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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.