Note that the location of the filldrain plugs are different on both the cooper and cooper s see figure 2 and figure 3 if you are simply checking the level of oil in your transmission, start by. How to add transmission fluid in a 2008 mini cooper s fixya. It s all on page 02028 of the bentley press mini cooper service manual. If your mini is due for one, save some money by doing it yourself. The difference with the mcs is that it takes slightly more fluid 2. Select the best automatic transmission fluid for your mini cooper. Oct 16, 20 some mini cooper cars may tout being equipped with lifetime transmission fluid, but a lawsuit claims that gives customers the wrong impression that the fluid doesnt need replacing. The nsg370 does not use standard gear oil for lubrication. How to change manual transmission oil mini cooper r53 r56. The minis manual transmission has two plugs for filling and emptying the transmission oil, located on the side and bottom of the transmission case. While all of us know the importance of regular engine oil changes and the penalties of neglecting this common maintenance task there are two other important fluid changes that we tend to ignore. Mini r53 manual transmission and differential fluid change. See how to correctly check the transmission fluid level in a 2004 mini cooper s 1.
Redline synthetic manual transmission oil quart 50204 mini. Mini cooper 20012006 changing transmission fluid in the 6 speed manual how to change transmission fluid in the 6 speed manual things will shift much easier with fresh oil in your manual transmission, and well. Shortly thereafter the car would no longer go or go into gear. Mini cooper automatic transmission fluid advance auto parts. Synthetic manual synchromesh transmission fluid mtf sae 5w30 redline. Jan 28, 2011 2006 mini cooper s automatic transmission explained. 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. How to change manual transmission fluid why and when to. Mini cooper transmission fluid change cost estimate. Some mini cooper cars may tout being equipped with lifetime transmission fluid, but a lawsuit claims that gives customers the wrong impression that. While driving my car began to hesitate when going into gear. The engine should be running when you check the transmission fluid dipstick on a 2004 mini cooper s 1. Quart 50204 best on the market gen1 gen2 fen3 lubricant transaxle red line effective 200221. Its all on page 02028 of the bentley press mini cooper service manual.
This service is typically done as part of a bigger, more expensive repair. Mini cooper s manual transmission fluid change cost. It makes awful knocking noises in low gears and is now starting to make awful noises in high gears. Aisinwarners tf60sn automatic transmission has been known to be a bit rough when shifting gears, and that flaw can ruin the experience of driving one of these cars. Transmission fluid level check mini cooper 20022008 2004. Some mini cooper cars may tout being equipped with lifetime transmission fluid, but a lawsuit claims that gives customers the wrong impression that the fluid doesnt need replacing. Select the best automatic transmission fluid for your mini.
Changing fluid in mini manual transaxle under car fluid. Mini cooper automatic transmission oil gearbox fluid requirements. I have been told the differential is going out and the transmission has to be replaced. Bmw diy manual transmission and differential fluid change. The most common problem with the 2006 mini cooper s automatic transmission is harsh shifting, usually after the engine is warmed up. In our unscientific opinion, this is too long and we dont believe in lifetime fluids. Changed the transmission fluid on my 20 mini cooper today, i thought id post a quick howto for this job. Get the best deals on manual transmission parts for mini cooper when. I have found no information indicating that the generation 2. If its in sport it will rev to a higher rpm before shifting. How to change the manual transmission fluid of a 2003 mini cooper. To check it though, remove splash shield under engine, remove 3 bolts at bottom of front bumper cover.
Page 4 weights mini cooper mini cooper s curb weight, ready for travel, with all optional extras manual transmission lbskg 2,5461,155 2,6681,210 automatic transmission lbskg 2,6341,195 2,7231,235 approved gross weight manual transmission lbskg 3,3621,525 3,4831,580 automatic transmission lbskg. Mini cooper manual transmission oil gearbox fluid requirements. It is jeep s first sixspeed manual transmission and chrysler s second after the dodge viper t56. Mini coopers misrepresent lifetime transmission fluid. Mini does not list any fluids other than the factory fluids, but several manufacturers list their. Mini cooper manual transmission and differential fluid. Now, my haynes manual says to use texaco mtf94 oil.
Additional sources of information you can find more information about the mini, for example on its technology, on the internet at if you have any additional questions, your mini dealer will be glad to advise you. My 2010 mini cooper s has had 3 thermostats replaced since ive owned the car less than a year. Mini 19592000 automatic to manual conversion basic. In this video, i changed the transmission fluid on a 2004 mini cooper s r53 with the 6 speed getrag mt285gs685 manual transmissiontransaxle. The 2006 mini cooper has 3 nhtsa complaints for the power train. How to change transmission fluid in the 6 speed manual.
However, in an effort to increase the gearbox longevity, and reduce the possibility of gearbox problems in the future, i have decided to change the gearbox oil. I have a 2004 mini cooper with the dreaded midland gearbox. Mini knows their is something wrong with certain minis. To fill the new fluid, open the hood and pull out the automatic transmission fluid dipstick. The use a 6mm hex key to remove the fillcheck flug from the side of the tranny the fluid should be level with the bottom of the hole. Manual transmission fluid change howto lone star mini club forums mib. Manual transmission parts for mini cooper for sale ebay.
Cvt transmission fluid mini cooper 04 automatic 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. Mini cooper automatic transmission fluid change r50r52r53. The listed capacity of the manual transmission oil is 1. Correct trans fluid for 2006 6 speed manual wrangler forum. How to add transmission fluid to a 2005 mini cooper fixya. Use mini automatic transmission fluid jws 3309 you will want to have shop drain and refill because it is sealed unit and requires special pump to refill. The 2006 mini cooper has 6 nhtsa complaints for the power train. The oil mini uses in the getrag 6 speed manual transmission is supposed to be a lifetime fill. This howto applies to all r56 minis, from 200720, and includes the mcs. 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. Its mini cooper s convertible 2006 automatic rpm reach to 3 but the speed. The mini s manual transmission has two plugs for filling and emptying the transmission oil, located on the side and bottom of the transmission case. The 5 speed manual from 1st gen mini was also a terrible design and failed prematurely. If you have any additional questions, your mini dealer will be glad to advise you.
Guide to determine correct mini manual transmission fluid. For manual transmission fluids, see our mini cooper manual transmission fluid application guide. Redline synthetic manual transmission mtl oil 70w80 api gl4. If you have a manual tranny, which one do you have. This book contains 270 pages of full color projects detailing everything from performance modifications to changing your brake pads. I have found no information indicating that the generation 2, 6speed. How to change cvt transmission fluid cvt failures in the mini cooper are often associated with a faulty or failed internal belt. If you kill the transmission because of bad fluid, that s the end of its lifetime. Mini cooper tf60sn transmission repair, rebuild or. Im not comfortable replacing it with a used transmission as i have learned that this is a common problem for this model. 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.
Automatic transmission fluid type esso cvt ezl 799a or equivalent cvt transmission esso jws3309 or equivalent agitronic 6speed manual transmission fluid capacity 1. Though it doesnt have to be changed as often as motor oil, fresh gearbox fluid keeps your stickshift transmission from. How to change manual transmission oil mini cooper r53 r56 f56. My 2006 mini cooper automatic transmission wont shift out of 1st. At the moment, and with 36,000 miles on the clock, the gearbox seems fine. Or, click here to view all available manual transmission fluids. 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. My 2006 mini convertible transmission is slowly dying. Changing the fluid frequently, as much as once a year can save you the cost of transmission replacement. Dec 27, 2016 your car s manual transmission fluid is more important than you think. This transmission utilizes bronze synchronizer collars resulting in sensitivity to lubricant makeup. Easier than you think, more important than you know. Mini cooper questions what type of manual transmission. When it comes to your mini cooper, you want parts and products from only trusted brands.
Here at advance auto parts, we work with only top reliable automatic transmission fluid product and part brands so you can shop with complete confidence. This means that mini has not specified a fluid or filter change interval. The good news is that the japanesemade aisin transmission in these later mini cooper generations is actually fairly reliable otherwise. On late 20042006 models wo limited slip differential, bmw mtflt3.
Mini cvt transmission fluid change bavarian autosport blog. Mini cooper s 2006, automatic transmission oil pan gasket by elring. How to install lsd limited slip diff in a fwd mini cooper r53 20022006. Toyota jws 3309type tiv, vag g055025a2, ford wssm2c924a semisynthetic for automatic transmissions. Even though there are several gear oils that meet these specs, it is not recommended to use regular gear oils in mini cooper transmissions as it. Cooper manual trans fluid 85888sr 2005 2006 2007 fits. The rpms go all the way up, but the car will not go. We have a 2006 mini s with a 6speed automatic transmission. Your cars manual transmission fluid is more important than you think. Known for its compact size and sporty design, the mini cooper has become a popular model for car owners. A safer bet is to change it yourself every 3050,000 miles. Bmw and mini front differential, manual transmission, automatic transmission, transfer. When youre low on oil, coolant or some other fluid, you may be tempted to just run down to the local auto parts chain store. It is not a step by step description of all the possible combinations you may run into, but it gives a good overview.
Mini cooper w11b16a engine automatic transmission 2006, automatic transmission fluid, 1 liter by febi. Keep in mind that this article is specific for mini cooper s models with the 6speed agitronic transmission. Mini automatic to manual conversion basic information revised feb 24, 2010 the following is an overview of the steps to convert a mini from an automatic transmission to one with a manual transmissiongearbox. In my opinion, the transmission fluid should be changed every 30,000 miles or. It is jeeps first sixspeed manual transmission and chryslers second after the dodge viper t56. Obd socket 102 technical modifications 103 california proposition 65 warning 103 owner.
The factory recommended interval for the automatic transmission is 100,000 miles. The cost of this service or repair can vary by location. Only a fluid characterized by chrysler specification ms9224 should be used in order. Jan 26, 2008 the use a 6mm hex key to remove the fillcheck flug from the side of the tranny the fluid should be level with the bottom of the hole. Additional sources of information you can find more information about the mini, for example on its technology, on the internet at.
Mini knows their is something wrong with certain mini s. Mini cooper automatic transmission fluid change r50r52. Dec 18, 2006 a mate of mine found this link on changing the transmission oil on a mcs, gonna do mine as i have the grating sound when turning at low speed under load. I was told it could be a sensor, or another electrical related issue. While there is no hard evidence on the reason for premature belt failure, many believe that sticking to a regular fluid maintenance schedule is the key to success. Mini maintenance system 98 caring for your vehicle 99 vehicle immobilization 101 laws and regulations. Mini cooper transmission replacement maintenancerepairs. Insert a funnel and pour the new transmission fluid through the funnel. If its in manual, it shifts via tapping to change gears. It s highly recommended that the transmission fluid be changed every 45,000 miles. Download free mini cooper manual transmission fluid change 2004 mini cooper s r53. The check engine light stays on and only goes off a day or so at a time.
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