The 2016 base models now feature a slickshifting, sixspeed transmission with a 4horsepower, turbocharged threecylinder engine, precollision automatic braking and rearview cameras. Synthetic manual synchromesh transmission fluid mtf sae 5w30 redline. Mini cooper s manual transmission fluid change cost. I instruct mini usa, a division of bmw of north america, llc to provide my information to an authorized mini dealership. Safely place your car on jackstands with the car level, and make sure you get it high enough to get your bottle of new fluid with pump attached underneath it.
Mini cvt transmission fluid change bavarian autosport blog. The fluid that i removed is very thin and not like a gear oil. Manual transmission parts for mini cooper for sale ebay. When it comes to your mini cooper, you want parts and products from only trusted brands. One guy said it was low on transmission fluid and thats why when it was cold it ran perfectly but once the engine warmed up. Mini owners and service manual access your manual mini usa. Increase temperature of automatic transmission fluid to 35.
Mini cooper automatic transmission fluid advance auto parts. Mini cooper manual transmission and differential fluid. Took it to the dealer for a check and they added 0. I drained the transmission fluid and am not sure what type of fluid to replace it with as the owners manual does give specifications. Mini cooper transmission failure problems with the automatic transmissions were a notorious problem for these cars. How to change manual transmission oil mini cooper r53. Top up automatic transmission fluid until it flows over. See how to correctly check the transmission fluid level in a 2003 mini cooper 1. You should check with any transmission specialist that you trust for their recommendation.
Mini cooper questions manual transmission cargurus. Mini cooper s 93 washer fluid 94 engine oil 94 coolant 96 brake fluid 97 maintenance and care. The listed capacity of the manual transmission oil is 1. Mini does not list any fluids other than the factory fluids, but several. Advance auto parts has 7 different automatic transmission fluid for your vehicle, ready for shipping or instore pick up. Manual trans input shaft seal corteco 23117518633 fits 20022008 mini cooper.
This product is made of highquality components to meet and exceed strict quality requirements. Toyota jws 3309type tiv, vag g055025a2, ford wssm2c924a semisynthetic for automatic transmissions. Mini cooper manual transmission fluid application guide click here for our mini cooper automatic transmission fluids application guide use the guide below to determine which manual transmission fluid is appropriate for your mini. The transmission took 2l without leaking from the fill hole. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. Even though the automatic transmission is advertised as sealed for life, our technicians recommend the automatic transmission fluid be replaced every 30,000 miles with only the approved minibmw fluid. Service recommend for sealed for life transmissions.
Mini knows their is something wrong with certain minis. Toyota jws 3309 type tiv, vag g055025a2, ford wssm2c924a semisynthetic for automatic transmissions. I understand that an authorized bmw dealership may contact me with offers or information about their products and services. Mini cooperi drained the transmission fluid and am. Since its revival in 2002, bmw has expanded the line to include the mini hatch, mini convertible, mini coupe, mini clubman, mini roadster, and mini hardtops. The fluid you want to use is manual transmission fluid with the gl4 specification such as redline 75w80w mtf. The required transmission fluid spec for this particular year is mtf94. Mini cooper automatic transmission fluid change r50r52.
Get the best deals on manual transmission parts for mini cooper when you shop the largest online selection at. We have 184 mini cooper base vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 51 1owner cars, and 246 personal use cars. This article is one in a series that have been released in conjunction with pelican parts new book, how to maintain and modify your mini cooper. Click here for info on manual transmission fluid mix to help prevent gearbearing rattle. Transmission fluid level check mini cooper 20022008.
New listing mini cooper manual transmission 5 speed fits. Car a rac presents recommended by manufacturers fluid types. The factory recommended interval for the automatic transmission is 100,000 miles and mini states the manual transmission fluid is a lifetime fluid that does not require fluid replacement. Mini cooper questions what type of manual transmission. The check engine light stays on and only goes off a day or so at a time. My 2010 mini cooper s has had 3 thermostats replaced since ive owned the car less than a year. Guide to determine correct mini manual transmission fluid.
Na contact bmw for fluid type available from dealer 1995. In our unscientific opinion, this is too long and we dont believe in lifetime fluids. This procedure should work on just about any 20022018 or later mini cooper with a manual gearbox. Manual transmission 48 continuously variable automatic trans mission cvt 49. Dark red to almost black is an indication of trouble and a burnt smell is another indication of problems. I have a 2002 mini cooper with a 5 speed manual transmission.
Designed using stateoftheart technology and with customers in mind. The transmission should be in park when checking fluid. Valvoline synchromesh manual transmission fluid high performance manual transmission lubricant. Check the temperature of the automatic transmission fluid with the bmw diagnosis system. Mini knows their is something wrong with certain mini s. More than one vehicle fits 0508 models with 5 speed. We have 16 2002 mini cooper vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 1 1owner cars, and 19 personal use cars. Select the best automatic transmission fluid for your mini. There should be a small pipetype plug on the side of the gear case. Or, click here to view all available manual transmission fluids. The 1st gen cvt r50 was the worst of all of them and bmw and mini were the subject of a class action lawsuit forcing mini to cover the transmissions under warranty for 8 years or 150,000 miles whichever comes first.
This video explains how to change the manual transmission fluid of a 2003 mini cooper. For 20022004 mini cooper manual trans shift cable right genuine 69754xt 2003 fits. Its frictionmodified formula and excellent coldflow properties promote smooth, fast engagement of synchronizers and gears for quick, smooth shifts. Bmw and mini how to diagnose clutch problems, worn out. The 2002 mini cooper has 11 nhtsa complaints for the power train. Mini r53 manual transmission and differential fluid change. This part is manufactured by one of the most trusted names in the.
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