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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 409 (MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL INFORMATION - REPAIR)00 00 ... SERVICE - FRONT BRAKES
2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard Trans
00 00 ... Service - Front Brakes
2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION 00 00 ... Service - Front Brakes
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NOTE:
Issue a separate invoice for replacing the brake pads.
Remove front brake pads. For details on how to proceed:
- Removing and installing/replacing brake linings on both front disc brakes, refer to 34 11 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING BRAKE LININGS ON BOTH FRONT DISK BRAKES .
NOTE:
- Clean brake air duct.
- Replace brake discs if they drop below minimum thickness and in event of scoring, heat cracks or thickness difference.
- Apply a thin coat of grease to wheel centering on light alloy wheels, refer to BMW SERVICE OPERATING FLUIDS .
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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.