They started making a 4 door original mini in 2015 so i was holding out on trading until that model came up. Anyone tried an automatic to manual swap for these cars. Official pdf version of all owners manuals by year from 20022018. It outscores the faster turbocharged cooper s and larger clubman due to its. Jun 04, 2015 mini cooper transmission failure problems with the automatic transmissions were a notorious problem for these cars. Carid offers you quality overdrive parts for you to safe as much money as you can.
Bmw of north america, llc bmw is recalling certain model year 20052006 mini cooper and cooper s vehicles manufactured january 5, 2005, to november 28, 2006, and 20052008 mini cooper. Secondgeneration mini cooper provides plenty of retro flair and driving. Mini owners and service manual access your manual mini usa. Intended as a guide to keep your mini properly maintained. Mini cooper s owners have reported 8 problems related to manual transmission under the power train category.
The problem can be caused by hard driving or other component issues. Manual transmission input shaft speed sensor by standard. On my subaru, the owners manual says only change it if you use your car for towing. Despite being the leastexpensive mini, the base mini cooper with a manual transmission is our topscoring variant. But ive heard some issues with automatic transmission being time bomb, especially the cvt transmission. Page 160 mini convertible cooper cooper s john cooper works curb weight, ready for travel, with all optional extras manual transmission lbskg 2,7451,245 2,8551,295 2,8771,305 automatic transmis lbskg 2,8221,280 2,9211,325 sion approved gross weight manual transmission lbskg 3,5601,615. I instruct mini usa, a division of bmw of north america, llc to provide my information to an authorized mini dealership. I own 2009 gen2 mini cooper s convertible purchased in near perfect condition at 30k miles, now at 85k miles.
Page 159 weights mini cooper cooper s john cooper works curb weight, ready for travel, with all optional extras manual transmission lbskg 2,5681,165 2,6791,215 2,7011,225 automatic transmis lbskg 2,6461,200 2,7231,235 sion approved gross weight manual transmission lbskg 3,3841,535. Mini cooper manual transmission and differential fluid. Felt clutch slipping and took the vehicle in for service around 30,000 mi. I have own this car for about 3 years, got it used in what seemed to be good condition, but had problems from the start. Mini cooper s auto transmission problems mini cooper forum.
The 2005 mini cooper cars have the most problems reported 428 problems. I understand that an authorized bmw dealership may contact me with offers or information about their products and services. Early clutch failure is a pretty common problem with early mini models with manual transmissions. Until the plugin hybrid countryman that released last year, mini usa offered a manual transmission in every model of every car.
The gearbox was changed in 2005specifically because of the transmission clutch in the earlier modelsfrom midlands to gertragwhich is the same manufacturer of the transmission in the mini s. Developed with prodrive beginning in early 2009, the countryman wrc is a race car version of mini cooper s all4 with. The automatic transmission had major problems and the manual transmission was weak. Here are five problems owners of mini coopers built between 2000 and 2006 need to know about. Mini cooper transmission failure problems with the automatic transmissions were a notorious problem for these cars. This diagnostic guide will help guide you through troubleshooting issues with the continuously variable automatic transmission, which 1st generation mini coopers are equipped with. Apr 12, 2016 the mini cooper s f56 with 6speed manual transmission is so much fun. Mini cooper owners have reported 10 problems related to manual transmission under the power train category. Mini cooper questions what is the reliability of a 2010. The chart shows the number of problems reported across all service years for each given model year of the mini cooper. It should stay with the vehicle when sold to provide the next owner with important operating, safety and maintenance information.
All about mini owners manuals mini cooper 20022018. I am faced with large repairs to correct the problem. A sixspeed manual is the only available transmission. Mini cooper midland gearbox 5speed rebuild kit oem. If the clutch pedal becomes hard to push, take your mini in for an inspection, as early clutch failure could be the culprit. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle. After a class action suet they finally offered to pay current and past owners for this issue. Used 2010 mini cooper for sale with photos cargurus. Transmission 2009 mini cooper manual transmission presented by amy harris of scott clark. Cooper cooper s john cooper works congratulations on your new mini this owners manual should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle. Sticky manual 5speed transmission maintenancerepairs. Oem midlands 5spd axle seal left driver side each mini cooper nons 20022004 gen1. This owners manual should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle.
Get reliability information for the 2010 mini cooper from consumer reports. Developed with prodrive beginning in early 2009, the countryman wrc is a race car version of mini cooper s all4 with a 1. Mini usa to eliminate manual transmissions from some models. Indicator and warning lamps warning triangle firstaid kit jumpstarting ignition lock starting the engine multifunction steering wheel mfl. Mini cooper transmission replacement complete manual 5 or 6 speed or automatic including cvt. The minis manual transmission has two plugs for filling and emptying the. In fact it was the last automaker in the us to do so. It was introduced in 2007, as a variant of the mini hatch hatchback. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this. We have 206 2010 mini cooper vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 48 1owner cars, and 269 personal use cars. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Mini owners manual automobile mini cooper, mini cooper s. Mini workshop and owners manuals free car repair manuals. 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. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of mini cooper s based on all problems reported for the cooper s. The worst complaints are engine, cooling system, and electrical problems. The front mounted transverse configuration was a major design challenge when it came to the length of the enginegearbox unit. Mini cooper clubman the mini clubman is an estate car engineered and manufactured by bmw under the mini. A big issue that has become apparent in first generation mini cooper cars equipped with cvt automatic transmissions is complete transmission failure. But beyond that mini usa is also eliminating the manual transmission option altogether from some models for 2020. Mini cooper tf60sn transmission repair, rebuild or replacement. Proper maintenance will minimize the chance of car problems down the road, and greatly reduce the chance of expensive repairs resulting from a neglected mini.
It revmatches on down shifts which i wish could be disabled but other than that it is fantastic. Mini has since updated their options which now includes a much more comfortable ride with a lot more options. The worst complaints are body paint, engine, and cooling system problems. May 05, 2011 i think the auto box in the mini is the long fabled peugeotcitreonrenault auto box known as the al4.
Mini cooper midlands 5spd axle seal left side value line gen1 20022004. Download file pdf 2010 mini cooper owners manual 2010 mini cooper owners manual. The owners manual and the drivers guide should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle. One of the first things that you should check on a mini that is having problems shifting is the level of the transmission oil. 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 it started slipping at 40 miles an hour. It is a really good car for long distance, but might need to check the radiator and the oil once in a while. This is a big problem because not changing the transmission fluid will cause it to fail early. I have a 2004 mini cooper with an automatic transmission. Our list of 3 known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your 2011 mini cooper.
The reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2010 mini cooper clubman owners. Mini cooper transmission solenoids, sensors, switches. By staying on top of trouble with your mini cooper you will ensure that you have a chance to let a professional mini technician repair potential problems before they become bigger trouble. Mini cooper service repair manual mini cooper pdf downloads. With this mini cooper workshop manual, you can perform every job that could be done by mini garages and mechanics from.
Manual transmission problem of the 2006 mini cooper 1. This part is manufactured by one of the most trusted. Mini cooper convertible s car is a very sturdy, fun ride. Mini cooper r56 problems to expect mini cooper s problems are nothing new and people have discussed them for years now. A manual transmission is where the driver operates a pedal to engage the. Our list of 6 known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your 2010 mini cooper. This webpage contains mini cooper 2010 owners manual pdf used by mini garages, auto repair shops, mini dealerships and home mechanics. A commercial version called clubvan was added to the range in 2012. For manual 5speed mini cooper transmissions needing repair the best. View the mini cooper 2010 manual for free or ask your question to other mini cooper 2010 owners. 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. Mini cooper clubman free workshop and repair manuals. Mini cooper owners have reported a total of 2,264 problems for their cars built in the 19 model years listed in the chart below.
Does 2009 mini cooper s have cvt automatic transmission. Transmission issues problems with the automatic transmission come down to the manufacturers saying that their transmissions do not need fluid changes. Used mini with manual transmission for sale carmax. Complete auto transmissions for mini cooper for sale ebay. The mini cooper s f56 with 6speed manual transmission is so much fun. If your mini cooper has started to exhibit these problems when shifting gears. Some of the most common problems i have experienced is with the mini cooper s manual transmission not of the routine kind of things of owning a car. More than one vehicle ships with 90 day part replacement warranty. Gertrag is very reliable, but as its only in the 2005 and later models, i would steer away from the base mini cooper in any year prior to 2005. Mini cooper service and maintenance schedule for gen2 mini. Mini usa to eliminate manual transmissions from some.
Mini cooper 2010 owners manual pdf free workshop manuals. Read on for the most common problems and solutions. Using the overdrive will reduce the fuel consumption by your mini cooper significantly. Mini cooper owners have reported 10 problems related to manual. Im wondering if 2009 s model has cvt transmsission, or if i should be aware of any known problems. If at any point you experience problems with your countryman, grab a mini cooper countryman repair manual to make sure you get the job done right. The emissions certification delay on mini manual transmissions is halting all import of those models in the us starting this july and likely last a few months.
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