The cvt transmissions installed before 2008 should have regular oil changes. This diagnostic guide will help guide you through troubleshooting issues with the continuously variable automatic transmission, which 1st generation mini coopers are equipped with. Some mini cooper cars may tout being equipped with lifetime. This owners manual should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle. Page 228 reference technical data weights cooper cooper s cooper s all4 curb weight, ready for travel, with all optional extras manual transmission lbs. Jan 22, 2019 the low end for an automatic transmission fluid change interval is around 30,000 miles a little under 50,000 km. Additive technology provides proper friction characteristics for smooth shifting. Despite being the leastexpensive mini, the base mini cooper with a manual transmission is our topscoring variant.
Automatic transmission failure a big issue that has become apparent in first generation mini cooper cars equipped with cvt automatic transmissions is complete transmission failure. Vw atf transmission fluid g 055 540 a2 201018 ravenol. Mini owners and service manual access your manual mini usa. Mini cooper tf60sn transmission repair, rebuild or. How to check transmission fluid 2004 mini cooper fixya.
Select the best automatic transmission fluid for your mini. How to change your bmw automatic transmission fluid 320i, 325i, 328i, 330i, 335i, 530i, 630i, x3, z4. Your owners manual will say that you dont have to change the fluid, but dont believe it. The car maintenance schedule you should follow cargurus. Select the best automatic transmission fluid for your mini cooper. The 1979 chevy silverado pickup truck i gave my brother in law at 250k miles now has 350k miles on it and the transmission oil is origional. If you have a midland gearbox i would certainly advise you to change the oil and ignore lifetime advice for life outside of a bmw warranty.
Those are not real minis just a high priced bmw bring my wallet in a small package. Mini cooper questions i have a 2004 mini cooper with an. In this video, i changed the transmission fluid on a 2004 mini cooper s r53 with the 6 speed getrag mt285gs685 manual transmissiontransaxle. Complete auto transmissions for mini cooper for sale ebay. Transmission fluid level check mini cooper countryman 2011. Replace the spark plugs 20072010 models section 19.
Always refer to your mini owners manual for factory recommendations for your mini. Oil change on bmw without dipstick, how to bavarian. Mini coopers misrepresent lifetime transmission fluid, lawsuit. Designed for manual transmissions and transaxles with synchromesh systems that require light viscosity, nonextremepressure fortified oil. Mini cooper countryman free workshop and repair manuals. There is no requirement in the owners manual to change the auto transmission oil ever. Do you own a mini and have questions about its routine maintenance, such as.
Jun 04, 2015 mini cooper transmission failure problems with the automatic transmissions were a notorious problem for these cars. Mini cooper transmission failure problems with the automatic transmissions were a notorious problem for these cars. Automatic transmission fluid type esso cvt ezl 799a or equivalent cvt transmission esso jws3309 or equivalent agitronic 6speed manual transmission fluid capacity 1. The production model was first unveiled at the 2010 geneva motor show. I dont know those fluid specs off the top of my head. Hello, i changed the atf and filter on my automatic mini r56, 5qts jws3309. Insert a funnel and pour the new transmission fluid through the funnel. Mini cooper transmission fluid change cost estimate.
That said, a vehicle under heavy strain like a truck used to tow a boat or trailer should have its manual transmission fluid changed at more frequent intervals. The engine should be running when you check the transmission fluid dipstick on a 20 mini cooper countryman s all4 1. Mini coopers misrepresent lifetime transmission fluid. Transmission fluid level check mini cooper countryman. A handy mini cooper service and maintenance schedule guide for the gen2 2007 2016 mini cooper cooper s models. The manual transmission base cars arent available yet but i did drive the new automatic, and its really a great unit with the paddle shifter. The mini one and mini cooper were available with a zf vt1f continuously variable transmission or with a conventional midlands rover r65 5speed manual transmission model years 20022004. Im wondering if 2009 s model has cvt transmsission, or if i should be aware of any known problems.
Yes, the original fluid will last the lifetime of the transmission, be that 60,000 miles or 120,000 miles. As for your automatic transmissions, you should change the fluids. Mini owners manual automobile mini cooper, mini cooper s. In our unscientific opinion, this is too long and we dont believe in lifetime fluids. More than one vehicle ships with 90 day part replacement warranty. The solution is to replace it with an updated design. I used mobile one synthetic 75w90 fluid pump that fits your replacement. Meet vw atf part number g 055 540 a2 quality specifications and is used in volkswagen 6 and 8 speed automatic transmissions made by aisin. This procedure should work on just about any 20022018 or later mini cooper with a manual gearbox. R50 mini cooper 200206 r53 mini cooper s 200206 r52 mini cooper convertible 200508 r52 mini cooper s convertible 200508 underdrive pulley install. Mini cooper technical articles r50r53 oil change, automatic transmission fluid change, thermostat replacement, fuel filter and pump replacement view all. But ive heard some issues with automatic transmission being time bomb, especially the cvt transmission. Mini cooper automatic transmission fluid change r50r52r53. Check the applicable bentley repair manual for specific fluid and quantities.
Bmw and mini front differential, manual transmission, automatic transmission. Changing fluid in mini manual transaxle under car fluid. By submitting this form i understand that mini usa, a division of bmw of north america, llc may contact me with offers or information about their products and. To fill the new fluid, open the hood and pull out the automatic transmission fluid dipstick. How to change your bmw automatic transmission fluid 320i. Dump it fast, and learn how to use a manual transmission, get a manual transmissioned mini. The manufacturer is trying to lower the initial cost of ownership. Mini cooper manual transmission floor shifter problems. Top up automatic transmission fluid until it flows over.
The most recently reported issues are listed below. It should stay with the vehicle when sold to provide the next owner with important operating, safety and maintenance information. Mini cooper owners have reported 4 problems related to manual transmission floor shifter under the power train category. If your transmission is shifting slowly, sloppily, or if its overly loud, these are good signs that its time to perform a transmission service. The low end for an automatic transmission fluid change interval is around 30,000 miles a little under 50,000 km. Mini cooper countryman the mini countryman is a subcompact crossover suv, the first car of this type to be launched by bmw under the mini marque. The values preceding the slash apply to vehicles the slash apply to vehicles with automatic with manual transmission.
Known for its compact size and sporty design, the mini cooper has become a popular model for car owners. This problem is actually the result of the manufacturer stating the transmission does not require routine transmission fluid services, but in reality they do. Mini cooper transmission oil change roadster r59 how to. On mk i models, the factory specifies oil service, and inspection service. How to change manual transmission oil mini cooper r53 r56 f56. 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. What color is transmission fluid on a mini cooper fixya. The best thing that you can do for your car to help it run for 100k, 200k, or 300k miles is by maintaining regular fluid services. All about mini owners manuals mini cooper 20022018.
Vw atf transmission fluid g 055 540 a2 201018 ravenol t. A convertible version was introduced in 2004, with the second generation following in 2008. Jul 27, 2010 as for your automatic transmissions, you should change the fluids. Also i agree 100% the new engine is much more refined than the old one in the base car i mean. Official pdf version of all owners manuals by year from 20022018. How often do you need to change your automatic transmission. Jan 23, 2018 official pdf version of all owners manuals by year from 20022018. It outscores the faster turbocharged cooper s and larger clubman due to its. If you cant find the service interval for your particular transmission, you could do a lot worse than to just use this interval as your guide. If you saw the state of the oil removed from a 3040,000 mile mini gearbox and the amount of metal debris on the magnetic drain plugs you would yunderstand why. See how to correctly check the transmission fluid level in a 20 mini cooper countryman s all4 1.
Changing the transmission fluid every 30,000 to 40,000 miles will save thousands of dollars in repairs. Page 1 page 2 page 3 page 4 table of contents page 5 page 6 page 7 page 8 notes on the owners manual page 9 editorial notice page 10 for your own safety page 11 reporting safety defects page 12 page page 14 cockpit page 15 display elements page 16 display elements. You have found the seattle areas best transmission engineering team trust no one but the best with your mini cooper transmission repairs. This service is typically done as part of a bigger, more expensive repair. The countryman launched in 2010 and received a facelift in 2014. Briefly press the button repeatedly until the symbol and set are. Check the temperature of the automatic transmission fluid with the bmw diagnosis system. The manual has a mis print, according to mini the correct oil to use is esso cvt z2l 799 fluid and there are no other manufacturers that use it so sorry but you will have to buy it from the main dealer. 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. This owners manual should be considered a permanent part of. Oct 30, 2016 in this video, i changed the transmission fluid on a 2004 mini cooper s r53 with the 6 speed getrag mt285gs685 manual transmission transaxle. You should check with any transmission specialist that you trust for their recommendation.
The rubber centered crank pulley on the mini is prone to failure after many miles. Mini cooper curb weight, road ready, with 75 kg load, with fuel 26052675 tank 90 % full, without special equipment. Generally, if you have a manual transmission, plan to change the transmission fluid between 30,000 and 60,000 miles. Increase temperature of automatic transmission fluid to 35. Automatic antiglare rearview mirror if so equipped, rearview mirror p. Does 2009 mini cooper s have cvt automatic transmission. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of mini cooper based on all problems reported for the cooper. See how to correctly check the transmission fluid level in a 2003 mini cooper 1. The mini hatch stylised as mini hatch, or mini hardtop in the us, also known as mini cooper, mini one, or simply the mini, is a threedoor or five door hatchback first introduced in late 2000, with a second generation launched in 2006 and a third generation model launched in 2014.
Briefly press the button repeatedly until the symbol and set are displayed. Transmission fluid level check mini cooper 20022008. How to change manual transmission oil mini cooper r53 r56 f56 duration. Mini cooper manual transmission fluid change cost estimate. Need mpg information on the 2010 mini cooper s clubman. Follow the specified oil level monitoring procedure for your specific bmw model owners manual or bentley publishing repair manual. Cooper cooper s john cooper works congratulations on your new mini this owners manual should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle. If you are unsure about what kind of transmission oil your engine calls for, check your owners manual or consult a service center. After a class action suet they finally offered to pay current and past owners for this issue. R52 mini cooper convertible s model vehicles, 2007current r56 mini. Mini cooper models use the gacvt16z cvt transmission. Mini cooper r56 technical articles 20072011 air filter replacement.
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