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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 MANUALSMINI2012COOPER COUNTRYMAN, AUTOMATIC TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENTINTERIOR/EXTERIOR TRIMBODY EQUIPMENT - REPAIR (R60) -- COOPER COUNTRYMANSAFETY AND GENERAL INFORMATION51 00... NOTES ON INSTALLING RUBBER WINDOW SEALS
2012 Mini Cooper Countryman, Automatic Trans
51 00... Notes on installing rubber window seals
2012 Mini Cooper Countryman, Automatic TransSECTION 51 00... Notes on installing rubber window seals
- Work safety when handling lubricant G14
- 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 away from heat and ignition sources
- 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 applicable materials safety data sheet (MSDS)
- 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 to the surface is achieved after approx. 48 h. The rubber window seal must not be exposed to mechanical strain beforehand. (car wash, strength test, etc.).
IMPORTANT: To avoid groaning noises, do not use soapy water (low-surface-tension water with washing-up liquid) or lubricant containing silicone. - Auxiliary materials and tools
- Spirit, cleaning cloth, plastic squeegee, needle
- LUBRICANT G14
- 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 with spirit in order to remove silicone and grease residues
NOTE: Air drying time approx. 1 min: - Assembly
- Apply a thin coating of lubricant to the rear side of the rubber window seal only
- Perform fitting within 30 min 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.