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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMINI2013COOPER COUNTRYMAN, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 3551 (SEATS - REPAIR)REAR SEAT, THROUGH-LOADING52 26... REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FOLD MICROSWITCH
2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard Trans
52 26... Removing and installing/replacing FOLD microswitch
2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION 52 26... Removing and installing/replacing FOLD microswitch
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Necessary preliminary tasks
- Remove backrest cover . See 52 26 411 REPLACING BACKREST COVER FOR LEFT REAR SEAT or 52 26 412 REPLACING BACKREST COVER FOR RIGHT REAR SEAT .
- Remove TRIMS FROM BACKREST FRAME, OUTER .
Unclip microswitch (1) from seat backrest frame.
Installation:
Make sure contact sensor (2) is fitted correctly on pin (1).
Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.
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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.