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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMINI2013COOPER COUNTRYMAN, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 565 (STEERING AND WHEEL ALIGNMENT - REPAIR)13 STEERING GEAR WITH SERVO UNIT32 13... NOTES ON REMOVING/INSTALLING FCD CLUTCHESFCD COUPLING WITH PLASTIC CAPS
2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard Trans

FCD Coupling With Plastic Caps

2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION FCD Coupling With Plastic Caps
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Removal: 

To release quick-release coupling, turn cap from position (A) - closed - to position (B) - open.

Fig 1: FCD Coupling Pastic Cap Open And Close Positions
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Unlock quick-release coupling by pressing on cap (1).

Detach line while pressing cap.

In event of removal while installed, use special tool 32 1 030.

Position special tool close to locking head.

If necessary, fit repair kit for FCD coupling. Refer to 32 13... FITTING REPAIR KIT FOR FCD COUPLING .

Fig 2: FCD Coupling Pastic Cap, Special Tool (32 1 030) And Removal Directions
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Installation: 

Coat seal pack (O-ring (1), support ring (2)) with hydraulic fluid before sliding in.

Slide quick-release coupling into housing by pressing on coupling cover.

Quick-release coupling must snap into place with an audible "click".

Fig 3: O-Ring And Support Ring
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If necessary, lock coupling by turning cap from position (B) to position (A).

Lug of coupling must be over line outlet - position (A).

Fig 4: Cap Opening And Locking Positions
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