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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMINI2013COOPER COUNTRYMAN, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 3551 (SEATS - REPAIR)FRONT SEAT, COMFORT52 17... REPLACING PADDING FOR FRONT SEAT THIGH SUPPORT

2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard Trans

52 17... Replacing padding for front seat thigh support

2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION 52 17... Replacing padding for front seat thigh support

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Necessary preliminary tasks

Remove THIGH SUPPORT .

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connections, Seat Cover, Cable And Trim
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NOTE: Picture shows versions with air conditioning and seat heating.

Feed out seat cover (1) in area (2).

Installation:

Seat cover (1) is fastened by hooks in trim (3).

Remove plug connections (4) and feed out through trim (3).

Remove trim (3); if necessary, remove padding or cover.

Version with seat heating or air conditioning:

Feed out cable (1) and remove padding (2).

Installation:

Ensure correct cable routing (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Cable Routing And Padding

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Version with air conditioning:

Remove separating net (1).
Lift out fan (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Separating Net And Fan
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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.