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How to adjust the handbrake in the Mini Cooper?

Model: Mini Mini R53, R50, R52 - Years 2001-2007
Part: Parking brake

In this tutorial, we can see how to adjust the handbrake in the Mini Cooper, an extremely simple and quick operation. First of all, we park the vehicle with the first gear engaged on a perfectly flat surface. Then, we pull the handbrake lever to the maximum position and release the base of the corresponding cover. Next, we locate the adjustment nut, tighten it slightly using a 13mm wrench, and once we reach the ideal level of tension, we reassemble everything. Finally, we test the proper functioning of the brake, obviously in a safe place.

Posted on 8 September 2023 by ScegliAuto

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When replacing the front headlight bulbs, choosing the right bulbs is certainly the first hurdle to overcome: halogen, blue white light, xenon, or LED. Once you have made your choice, installing the new bulb can be done without removing the headlight. Simply open the front bonnet, locate the protective cap of the bulb holder, and press on the corresponding latch to remove it. Then grasp the bulb's power connector and pull it out along with the bulb itself, disconnect the connector, fit the new bulb, and press it into its seat until it clicks into place.

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