There are enough mini s out there and plenty of unfortunate accidents. Read on for the most common problems and solutions. Mini cooper engine removal time challenge r53 20022006 cooper s. Mini cooper questions repair will cost more than car is. I have found no information indicating that the generation 2, 6speed. The manual transmission base cars arent available yet but i did drive the new automatic, and its really a great unit with the. Which is better for a mini cooper an automatic or manual. We have gathered a wide collection of quality and durable auto parts that will help you keep your fourwheelfriend always ready for action. The cooper s is priced higher than the cooper, mostly because of the fact that the cooper s has a larger motor with more power 189 hp vs 4 hp. I have a set of oem black leather shifter boot and ebrake boot from an r56 mini cooper jcw these will fit all manual transmission mini cooper cars from 200720 they are in excellent shape without any rips or tears. This is a big problem because not changing the transmission fluid will cause it to fail early. Blew out clutch while in 3 hrs worth of traffic, on a slight incline. Also, any suggestions for which years of the cooper s are the most reliable when it comes to the automatic transmission.
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 mini bmw fluid. Hightec topgear fe manual transmission fluid 75w80 1. We show you the process of how to swap your automatic transmission to a manual transmission, including all the parts and tools needed to do the job. Transmission gear slipping problems of mini cooper s. Cvt to 6spd manual transmission conversion kit for r50 and r52 mini cooper non s with automatic trans. Its a little know secret that the manual transmission in the jcw clubman and countryman which uses the version of the b48 that outputs 258 ft. A sevenspeed automatic transmission is standard in all but the jcw, which has an eightspeed automatic. Mar 05, 2019 we show you the process of how to swap your automatic transmission to a manual transmission, including all the parts and tools needed to do the job. Whats the difference between a mini cooper and a mini cooper s. The initial automatic option was a steptronic continuously variable transmission cvt, whose build quality was variable to say the least.
Get the best deals on manual transmission parts for mini cooper when. In some cases, it can be comparatively subtle, perhaps as a slightly rough shift up or down, but in others they may experience loud bumping and rattling that makes them feel as if their car is about to come apart. Cooper r50 automatic gearbox transmission oil cooler line pipe 1503092. The engine blocks of an automatic mini and a manual gearbox mini are not interchangeable. Car a rac presents recommended by manufacturers oil types. If youve decided its time to replace the clutch on your manualtransmission car, youve. I understand that an authorized bmw dealership may contact me with offers or information about their products and services. 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 transmission gearbox. Im also disappointed that the mini went turboim not all that fond of turbo cars myself and combined with fwd, it doesnt work for me. Mini cooper questions manual transmission cargurus. This page is dedicated to the understanding, repair and maintenance of the mini constant velocity transmission. I instruct mini usa, a division of bmw of north america, llc to provide my information to an authorized mini dealership. Its a 6 speed manual vs the previous years 20022006 which were 5 speed manuals. Ive owned the car for just about 3 years and have had an occasional issue with very harsh d.
It depends on what vehicle and what manual transmission. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 245 2012 cooper models nationwide. I have been told the differential is going out and the transmission has to be replaced. Cvt to manual conversion kit cvt to manual conversion kit cvt to 6spd manual transmission conversion. Mini countryman automatic transmission 2012, automatic transmission fluid, 1 liter by febi. Mini cooper s clutch may wear prematurely 44 reports.
Classic mini automatic to manual gearbox swap mini mania. If you buy an automatic, make sure the transmission is in good shape and only buy it from a reputable dealer with a substantial guarantee. Moreover, past automatic models had only 14 gears compared to manual ones with 56 gears of transmission. If your mini cooper has been out of commission for a while now due to a transmission issue, then buying a mini cooper transmission from ebay is just what you need to get up and going again.
This diagnostic guide will help guide you through troubleshooting issues with the continuously variable automatic transmission, which 1st generation mini coopers are equipped with. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of mini cooper. The cvt auto transmission was a horrible match for the 1st gen bmw mini. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Mini cooper service recommend for sealed for life transmissions 94 reports. The mini cooper s f56 with 6speed manual transmission is so much fun. Transmissionwise, a 5speed manual was standard in the firstgeneration cooper, with a 6speed stick shift in the s.
Mini cooper s owners have reported 4 problems related to transmission gear slipping under the power train category. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of mini cooper s based on all problems reported for the cooper s. So if you have a dead cvt trans and are wanting to convert it to a manual but not shipping your car to us in atlanta you will need us to reprogram your mini after you swap out all the parts. 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. Of course, you can find plenty of coopers for sale with the sixspeed manual shift, but there is also a sixspeed automatic found on all models of the cooper and cooper s 20present. Drivetrain automatic transmission axles clutch differential driveshafts manual transmission mounts shifter tools wheel bearings. We carry a wideranging catalog of used mini transmissions for all. To help with general steps, the bentley manual, for the mini cooper s r56, was helpful at times but will not. Mini cooper transmission replacement complete manual 5 or 6 speed or automatic including cvt. The front mounted transverse configuration was a major design challenge when it came to the length of the enginegearbox unit. 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. Complete auto transmissions for mini cooper for sale ebay.
Mini cooper transmission problems the mini 5speed gearbox gs565bh found in the cooper models nons built between 2001 and july 2004 is commonly referred to as the r65 or midlands 5speed gearbox the front mounted transverse configuration was a major design challenge when it came to the length of the enginegearbox unit. Mini automatic t o 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 transmission gearbox. Cvt to manual conversion kit cvt to 6spd manual transmission conversion kit for r50 and r52 mini cooper non s with automatic trans. How to change 6 speed automatic transmission fluid. If you getting an s, id go for the manual transmission. Service recommend for sealed for life transmissions. Transmission issues problems with the automatic transmission come down to the manufacturers saying that their transmissions do not need fluid changes. May 10, 2010 i found a 2002 mini cooper for sale with a broken transmission problem is its an autoim a sporty girl and i love my manual carsso i was wondering just how much it would be to swap ithow much work would have to be done and how much you think itd cost on averagejust a guess pleaseid have to buy a transmission and it seems like they cost about the same, manual or auto my question. Problems with the automatic transmissions were a notorious problem for these cars. The worst manual mini sells is still better than an auto. This owners manual should be considered a permanent part of. Like many modern automatic transmissions, mini has stated the fluid in the 6speed automatic transmission is good for the life of the vehicle. Our digital shop is always ready to offer customers clutch flywheels, clutch friction discs and other mini cooper transmission parts from the major names in the industry. Mini owners and service manual access your manual mini usa.
Classic mini automatic to manual gearbox swap youtube. Took my 2006 mini cooper s convert to the local dealer for a free fall maintenance check up this weekend. So im in the process of looking at two different minis. Mini cooper tf60sn transmission repair, rebuild or. Mini cooper r55, r56, r57 20072011 radiator support service position placement diy repair duration. Many mini cooper drivers have complained of these issues with the transmission. Bmw mini cooper r50 automatic gearbox transmission oil cooler line pipe 1503092. Apr 23, 2015 transmissionwise, a 5speed manual was standard in the firstgeneration cooper, with a 6speed stick shift in the s. Mini cooper transmission swap from auto to manualhow.
Mini cooper transmission problems the mini 5speed gearbox gs565bh found in the cooper models nons built between 2001 and july 2004 is commonly referred to as the r65 or midlands 5speed gearbox. Jun 07, 2011 mini cooper r55, r56, r57 20072011 radiator support service position placement diy repair duration. How to convert an automatic to manual transmission mobil. Buy used mini cooper transmission from our network that offers up to a twoyear warranty on qualified units. 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.
The origins of the mini cooper 5speed manual by mf staff 17 years ago with the decision just announced that mini will be switching from the midland r65 5speed in the current cooper to a new 5speed getrag transmission i thought id offer some background information on why the midland unit was chosen originally. It is not a step by step description of all the possible combinations you may run into, but it gives a good overview. Search new and used cars, research vehicle models, and compare cars, all online at carmax. The origins of the mini cooper 5speed manual motoringfile. Drivetrain r53 mini cooper s automatic to manual conversion. John carter has listed some of the parts, but wised out that you would also need a new wiring. Im not comfortable replacing it with a used transmission as i have learned that this is a common problem for this model. Mini cooper owners have reported 4 problems related to manual transmission floor shifter under the power train category. Get the best deals on manual transmission parts for mini cooper when you shop the largest online selection at. Decisiontime r56 with broken engine what would you. If you have a dead cvt trans and dont want to spend the big bucks replacing it with another junk cvt trans at 00, this is a kit for you.
In stock, used and new parts available for same day shipping. A convertible version was introduced in 2004, with the second generation following in 2008. Does an automatic transmission accelerate faster than a manual. In general, on a rear wheel drive vehicle, swapping out the auto for a stock style manual isnt terrible. Located in tampa, fl with worldwide shipping available. I bought a 2002 cooper just to avoid the speeding tickets an s will bring and the extra cost.
Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of mini cooper based on all problems reported for the cooper. We carry a wideranging catalog of used mini transmissions for all applications including gas and diesel engines. Are cars with automatic transmission any better than manual. Thats why we created kijiji village to help you easily find or offer support for your local community. Learn about this problem, why it occurs, and how to fix it. Along with the larger motor comes sport seats which feature bolstered seats with extra support, upgraded trim sportier bumpers and front grill, and the iconic mini center exhaust. A sevenspeed automatic transmission is standard in. Mini cooper manual transmission floor shifter problems. Rodney from wholesale automatics explains what is involved in converting a vehicle from manual to automatic something that is becoming. What should you do when youre stuck with an automatic transmission on your vintage muscle car, and you really want a manual.
Aug, 2008 the mini cooper manual made by getrag, is an amazing transmission. 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. Wmw has done more cvt conversions than anyone and we have this down to a science. They are notorious, horrible acceleration, high failure rate. It revmatches on down shifts which i wish could be disabled but other than that it is fantastic. I found a 2002 mini cooper for sale with a broken transmissionproblem is its an autoim a sporty girl and i love my manual carsso i was wondering just how much it would be to swap ithow much work would have to be done and how much you think itd cost on averagejust a guess pleaseid have to buy a transmission and it seems like they cost about the same, manual or auto my question. Decisiontime r56 with broken engine what would you do. The mini cooper manual made by getrag, is an amazing transmission. For 20112016 mini cooper countryman manual trans fluid febi 71291cm 2012 20 fits. Having just completed a transmission swap in a 2007 r56 yesterday, i agree with ripping it apart to identify the damage and then likely shopping for a used engine. Automatic or manual opinions please mini cooper forum. Manual transmission parts for mini cooper for sale ebay.
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