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 4290 (BODY EQUIPMENT - REPAIR - F32)GENERAL51 00... NOTES ON FITTING WINDOW GUIDE SEALS
2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard Trans
51 00... Notes on fitting window guide seals
2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION 51 00... Notes on fitting window guide seals
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- Work safety when handling lubricant G13*
- Wear safety goggles, protective gloves and if necessary an apron.
- Do not eat, drink or smoke in the area of processing/application
- Ensure rooms are well ventilated.
- Keep heat and ignition sources well away
- In event of skin contact: Wash areas of skin affected with soap and water immediately, change work clothing which has been fouled with lubricant immediately (keep spare work clothing in reserve)
- In event of eye contact: Rinse eyes immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice
- Observe safety data sheet
- General notes
- Use only the BMW-approved lubricant for fitting
- Application only at room and object temperatures between 18 and 25 °C
- Lubricant dries at different rates depending on the quantity, temperature and ventilation and becomes sticky
- Lubricant can only be used for fitting and not for fault elimination (e.g. grating)
- Newly painted parts may only be brought into contact with the lubricant after cooling
- Optimal bonding/attachment to the background surface is achieved after approx. 48 hours. The window guide seal must not be exposed to mechanical strain beforehand (car wash, strength test, etc.).
IMPORTANT: To avoid grating noises, do not use soapy water (low-surface-tension water with washing-up liquid) or lubricant containing silicone - Auxiliary materials and tools
- CLEANING AGENT R1 OR CLEANING AGENT R2 , cleaning cloth, plastic scraper, needle
- Lubricant G13 (manufactured by Zestron) part no. 83 23 0441 032
- Preparations
- Heat and remove anti-friction agent residues with a hot air blower or clean new part thoroughly
- Immediately prior to fitting, clean the work area in order to remove silicone and grease residues
NOTE: Air drying time approx. 1 minute - Installation
- Apply a thin coating of lubricant to the reverse side of the window guide seal only
- Perform fitting within 30 minutes of applying lubricant
- Lubricant dries after fitting and becomes sticky
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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.