I had the car, which is superclean and with 42k miles checked by a mini mechanic not a deale. Synthetic manual synchromesh transmission fluid mtf sae 5w30 redline. Mini cooperi drained the transmission fluid and amowners manual i have a 2002 mini cooper with a 5 speed manual transmission. The minis manual transmission has two plugs for filling and emptying the transmission.
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. Redline synthetic manual transmission oil quart 50204. What type of manual transmission fluid do i use for my 2003 mini cooper s and where do i buy it. Advance auto parts has 7 different automatic transmission fluid for your vehicle, ready for shipping or instore pick up. Mini cooper automatic transmission 2006, atf type tiv automatic transmission fluid by aisin. How to change manual transmission oil mini cooper r53 r56. Guide to determine correct mini manual transmission fluid.
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Its mini cooper s convertible 2006 automatic rpm reach to 3 but the speed everytime. 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. 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. I understand that an authorized bmw dealership may contact me with offers or information about their products and services. Apr 21, 2012 mini cooper i drained the transmission fluid and amowners manual i have a 2002 mini cooper with a 5 speed manual transmission. 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. Get the best deals on manual transmission parts for mini cooper. Cvt failures in the mini cooper are often associated with a faulty or failed internal belt. 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. Bmw diy manual transmission and differential fluid change.
New valeo clutch, flywheel,throwout bearing kit new 6spd trans cv axles used manual clutchbrake pedal. Manual transmission 55 automatic transmission with steptronic 56 parking lampslow beams 59. The fluid assists in the lubrication and heat disputation of the transmission, and even though it is in a closed environment, the fluid can become old and contaminated. Toyota jws 3309type tiv, vag g055025a2, ford wssm2c924a semisynthetic for automatic transmissions. How to change the manual transmission fluid of a 2003 mini cooper. Manual transmission fluid lt4 extended life 1 liter. Mini coopers misrepresent lifetime transmission fluid. Royal purple synchromax synthetic high performance manual transmission fluid. Buying a used 20022006 mini cooper things to look for gen 1 r50 r53 duration. Select the best automatic transmission fluid for your mini cooper. This problem is actually the result of the manufacturer stating the transmission does not require routine transmission fluid services, but in reality they do. At fluid vehicle specific 2006 mini cooper oreilly. Manual transmission fluid your manual transmission can take a heck of a beating over the years and it is one of the most neglected service areas on a car. In our unscientific opinion, this is too long and we dont believe in lifetime fluids.
Used mini cooper with manual transmission for sale cargurus. Manual transmission fluid type, mtf 94 lifetime transmission oil mk i. Easier than you think, more important than you know. Covers the mk i and mk ii mini including 2002 cooper, 2002 clubman. Quart 50204 best on the market gen1 gen2 fen3 lubricant transaxle red line effective 200221.
My 2006 mini cooper automatic transmission wont shift out of 1st. Toyota jws 3309 type tiv, vag g055025a2, ford wssm2c924a semisynthetic for automatic transmissions. I drained the transmission fluid and am not sure what type of fluid to replace it with as the owners manual does give specifications. Order transmission fluid for your 2006 mini cooper and pick it up in storemake your purchase, find a store near you, and get directions. When it comes to your mini cooper, you want parts and products from only trusted brands. If your mini is due for one, save some money by doing it yourself. Use our mini model designation tool 20022006 r50 hatchback non s click here 20052008 r52 convertible non s. Mini cooper manual transmission oil gearbox fluid requirements. The transmission took 2l without leaking from the fill hole.
The procedure for changing the transmission fluid on the nons cars. The chrysler nsg370 is a sixspeed overdrive manual transmission sourced from mercedes and built in the stuttgart transmission plant. If you have any additional questions, your mini dealer will be glad to advise you. Order at fluid vehicle specific for your 2006 mini cooper and pick it up in storemake your purchase, find a store near you, and get directions. Took it to the dealer for a check and they added 0. How to change manual transmission oil mini cooper r53. The 2006 mini cooper has 3 nhtsa complaints for the power train. This product is made of highquality components to meet and exceed strict quality requirements.
Mini cvt transmission fluid change bavarian autosport blog. Cvt to 6spd manual transmission conversion kit for r50 and r52 mini cooper non s with automatic trans. Safely place your car on jackstands with the car level, and make sure you get it high enough to get your bottle of new fluid with pump attached underneath it. Redline synthetic manual transmission mtl oil 70w80 api gl4. Mini owners and service manual access your manual mini usa. Aug 31, 2017 the fluid you want to use is manual transmission fluid with the gl4 specification such as redline 75w80w mtf. Mini cooper convertible 112 mini cooper s and mini cooper s convertible 1 engine oil 114 coolant 115 brake system 117 maintenance and care. Mini cooper 2001 2006 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. How to change transmission fluid in the 6 speed manual. You should check with any transmission specialist that you trust for their recommendation.
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. Mk i models include 20022006 cooperclubman and 20022008 convertibles. Is the process the same for my type of transmission as this. Or, click here to view all available manual transmission fluids. Mini cooper 2006, chf 202 hydraulic fluid by pentosin. Get the best deals on manual transmission parts for mini cooper when you shop the largest online selection at. Car a rac presents recommended by manufacturers fluid types. Mini cooper manual transmission and differential fluid. This procedure should work on just about any 20022018 or later mini cooper with a manual gearbox. Service recommend for sealed for life transmissions. 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 minibmw fluid. More than one vehicle fits 0506 cpe and 0508 convertible. They started making a 4 door original mini in 2015 so i was holding out on trading until that model came up. A big issue that has become apparent in first generation mini cooper cars equipped with cvt automatic transmissions is complete transmission failure.
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Bmw diy manual transmission and differential fluid. What type of manual transmission fluid do i use for my 2003 mini cooper s and where do. 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. The 2006 mini cooper has 6 nhtsa complaints for the power train. To check it though, remove splash shield under engine, remove 3 bolts at bottom of front bumper cover. I instruct mini usa, a division of bmw of north america, llc to provide my information to an authorized mini dealership. On late 20042006 models wo limited slip differential, bmw mtflt3. The required transmission fluid spec for this particular year is mtf94. Get detailed information on the 2006 mini cooper s including specifications and data that includes dimensions, engine specs, warranty, standard features, options, and more. Buy a 2006 mini cooper manual trans fluid at discount prices. I own a mini cooper s 2006 with manual transmission and dynamic. Genuine sae 75w90 lt4 manual transmission fluid, 1 liter 83222339223. Technical service bulletin transmission fluid guide. The fluid you want to use is manual transmission fluid with the gl4 specification such as redline 75w80w mtf.
Transmission fluid 2006 mini cooper oreilly auto parts. Redline synthetic manual transmission oil quart 50204 mini. I was told it could be a sensor, or another electrical related issue. 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.
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