Manual transmission parts for mini cooper for sale ebay. Automatic transmission fluid type esso cvt ezl 799a or equivalent cvt transmission esso jws3309 or equivalent agitronic 6speed manual transmission fluid capacity 1. The most common problem with the 2006 mini cooper s automatic transmission is harsh shifting, usually after the engine is warmed up. Mini cooper s 2006, automatic transmission oil pan gasket by elring. I have found no information indicating that the generation 2. In my opinion, the transmission fluid should be changed every 30,000 miles or. How to change transmission fluid in the 6 speed manual. 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. We have a 2006 mini s with a 6speed automatic transmission.
Correct trans fluid for 2006 6 speed manual wrangler forum. The oil mini uses in the getrag 6 speed manual transmission is supposed to be a lifetime fill. Cooper manual trans fluid 85888sr 2005 2006 2007 fits. For manual transmission fluids, see our mini cooper manual transmission fluid application guide. Manual transmission fluid change howto lone star mini club forums mib. Dec 27, 2016 your car s manual transmission fluid is more important than you think. How to change the manual transmission fluid of a 2003 mini cooper. Mini cooper transmission fluid change cost estimate. 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. The rpms go all the way up, but the car will not go. The minis manual transmission has two plugs for filling and emptying the transmission oil, located on the side and bottom of the transmission case. When it comes to your mini cooper, you want parts and products from only trusted brands.
To fill the new fluid, open the hood and pull out the automatic transmission fluid dipstick. If you have a manual tranny, which one do you have. 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. This means that mini has not specified a fluid or filter change interval. While driving my car began to hesitate when going into gear. Known for its compact size and sporty design, the mini cooper has become a popular model for car owners. Mini cooper tf60sn transmission repair, rebuild or. Mini coopers misrepresent lifetime transmission fluid. The factory recommended interval for the automatic transmission is 100,000 miles. Mini cooper w11b16a engine automatic transmission 2006, automatic transmission fluid, 1 liter by febi. Some mini cooper cars may tout being equipped with lifetime transmission fluid, but a lawsuit claims that gives customers the wrong impression that. This transmission utilizes bronze synchronizer collars resulting in sensitivity to lubricant makeup. Easier than you think, more important than you know. Mini cvt transmission fluid change bavarian autosport blog.
In this video, i changed the transmission fluid on a 2004 mini cooper s r53 with the 6 speed getrag mt285gs685 manual transmissiontransaxle. Guide to determine correct mini manual transmission fluid. Mini does not list any fluids other than the factory fluids, but several manufacturers list their. Though it doesnt have to be changed as often as motor oil, fresh gearbox fluid keeps your stickshift transmission from. In our unscientific opinion, this is too long and we dont believe in lifetime fluids. Mini knows their is something wrong with certain mini s. Mini cooper manual transmission and differential fluid. Bmw diy manual transmission and differential fluid change. I was told it could be a sensor, or another electrical related issue.
Its all on page 02028 of the bentley press mini cooper service manual. 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. Transmission fluid level check mini cooper 20022008 2004. Keep in mind that this article is specific for mini cooper s models with the 6speed agitronic transmission. 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. 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. This howto applies to all r56 minis, from 200720, and includes the mcs. Jan 28, 2011 2006 mini cooper s automatic transmission explained. It is jeep s first sixspeed manual transmission and chrysler s second after the dodge viper t56. If its in sport it will rev to a higher rpm before shifting. Im not comfortable replacing it with a used transmission as i have learned that this is a common problem for this model.
How to change manual transmission fluid why and when to. Mini cooper s manual transmission fluid change cost. Obd socket 102 technical modifications 103 california proposition 65 warning 103 owner. 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. 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. If you have any additional questions, your mini dealer will be glad to advise you. How to change manual transmission oil mini cooper r53 r56. Select the best automatic transmission fluid for your mini cooper. To check it though, remove splash shield under engine, remove 3 bolts at bottom of front bumper cover.
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. How to add transmission fluid in a 2008 mini cooper s fixya. Mini cooper questions what type of manual transmission. The cost of this service or repair can vary by location. 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. I have been told the differential is going out and the transmission has to be replaced. The good news is that the japanesemade aisin transmission in these later mini cooper generations is actually fairly reliable otherwise. If your mini is due for one, save some money by doing it yourself. Its mini cooper s convertible 2006 automatic rpm reach to 3 but the speed. My 2006 mini convertible transmission is slowly dying. On late 20042006 models wo limited slip differential, bmw mtflt3. It s highly recommended that the transmission fluid be changed every 45,000 miles. Mini cooper automatic transmission fluid change r50r52. 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.
My 2006 mini cooper automatic transmission wont shift out of 1st. Mini cooper automatic transmission oil gearbox fluid requirements. 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. Changed the transmission fluid on my 20 mini cooper today, i thought id post a quick howto for this job. Mini cooper automatic transmission fluid advance auto parts.
Toyota jws 3309type tiv, vag g055025a2, ford wssm2c924a semisynthetic for automatic transmissions. 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. Synthetic manual synchromesh transmission fluid mtf sae 5w30 redline. Mini cooper automatic transmission fluid change r50r52r53. How to change manual transmission oil mini cooper r53 r56 f56. The engine should be running when you check the transmission fluid dipstick on a 2004 mini cooper s 1. 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. Changing the fluid frequently, as much as once a year can save you the cost of transmission replacement. Shortly thereafter the car would no longer go or go into gear. It makes awful knocking noises in low gears and is now starting to make awful noises in high gears. 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. Engine compartment mini cooper 92 engine compartment mini cooper s 93 washer fluid 94 engine oil 94 coolant 96 brake fluid 97 maintenance and care. Bmw and mini front differential, manual transmission, automatic transmission, transfer. 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.
Redline synthetic manual transmission mtl oil 70w80 api gl4. I have a 2004 mini cooper with the dreaded midland gearbox. The check engine light stays on and only goes off a day or so at a time. If you kill the transmission because of bad fluid, that s the end of its lifetime. The difference with the mcs is that it takes slightly more fluid 2. How to change cvt transmission fluid cvt failures in the mini cooper are often associated with a faulty or failed internal belt. Redline synthetic manual transmission oil quart 50204 mini.
Only a fluid characterized by chrysler specification ms9224 should be used in order. My 2010 mini cooper s has had 3 thermostats replaced since ive owned the car less than a year. Now, my haynes manual says to use texaco mtf94 oil. The 2006 mini cooper has 6 nhtsa complaints for the power train. This service is typically done as part of a bigger, more expensive repair. Mini cooper manual transmission oil gearbox fluid requirements. Changing fluid in mini manual transaxle under car fluid. I have found no information indicating that the generation 2, 6speed. 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. Additional sources of information you can find more information about the mini, for example on its technology, on the internet at. This book contains 270 pages of full color projects detailing everything from performance modifications to changing your brake pads. 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. Select the best automatic transmission fluid for your mini.
Download free mini cooper manual transmission fluid change 2004 mini cooper s r53. If its in manual, it shifts via tapping to change gears. 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 r53 manual transmission and differential fluid change. Your cars manual transmission fluid is more important than you think. The nsg370 does not use standard gear oil for lubrication. Quart 50204 best on the market gen1 gen2 fen3 lubricant transaxle red line effective 200221. Mini 19592000 automatic to manual conversion basic. Get the best deals on manual transmission parts for mini cooper when. 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.
A safer bet is to change it yourself every 3050,000 miles. The 5 speed manual from 1st gen mini was also a terrible design and failed prematurely. You should check with any transmission specialist that you trust for their recommendation. It s all on page 02028 of the bentley press mini cooper service manual. See how to correctly check the transmission fluid level in a 2004 mini cooper s 1. It is jeeps first sixspeed manual transmission and chryslers second after the dodge viper t56. Or, click here to view all available manual transmission fluids. How to install lsd limited slip diff in a fwd mini cooper r53 20022006.
Insert a funnel and pour the new transmission fluid through the funnel. 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 maintenance system 98 caring for your vehicle 99 vehicle immobilization 101 laws and regulations. At the moment, and with 36,000 miles on the clock, the gearbox seems fine. The listed capacity of the manual transmission oil is 1. How to add transmission fluid to a 2005 mini cooper fixya. Mini knows their is something wrong with certain minis. 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. 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. The 2006 mini cooper has 3 nhtsa complaints for the power train. Mini cooper transmission replacement maintenancerepairs. 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.
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