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Mini cooper r56 manual transmission fluid replacement. How to change manual transmission oil mini cooper r53 r56. I drained the transmission fluid and am not sure what type of fluid to replace it with as the owners manual does give specifications. Mini cooper owners have reported 10 problems related to manual transmission under the power train category. I found an easy way to fill the 6speed transmission on my 2008 mini cooper s with the 1. Or, click here to view all available manual transmission fluids. If you kill the transmission because of bad fluid, thats.
To check it though, remove splash shield under engine. Cvt 2002 mini cooper transmission check and change the only way to check the trans fluid is to drain the fluid right out of the trans pan. The rpms go all the way up, but the car will not go. The 1st gen cvt r50 was the worst of all of them and bmw and. 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. Mini cooper manual transmission and differential fluid.
Used mini cooper countryman with manual transmission for sale. The oil mini uses in the getrag 6 speed manual transmission is supposed to be a lifetime fill. 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 2010 mini cooper s has had 3 thermostats replaced since ive owned the car less than a year. 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. Aug 31, 2017 the oil mini uses in the getrag 6 speed manual transmission is supposed to be a lifetime fill. R50r52 mini cooper models up to 0704 use 2 quarts of oil. What type of manual transmission fluid do i use for my 2003 mini cooper s. Our team at mini of manhattan has provided this article to help you learn about checking the transmission fluid in an automatic transmission. Changed the transmission fluid on my 20 mini cooper today, i thought id post a quick howto for this job. The mini cooper and cooper s specifies the use of lifetime fluid. Automatic transmission fluid type esso cvt ezl 799a or equivalent cvt transmission esso jws3309 or equivalent agitronic 6speed manual transmission fluid capacity 1.
Mini knows their is something wrong with certain mini s. 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. If you kill the transmission because of bad fluid, thats the end of its lifetime. When servicing your fluid, check the label on the transmission that identifies the fluid your transmission requires. 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. What type of manual transmission fluid do i use for my 2003 mini cooper s and where do i buy it. This item genuine mini manual transmission fluid mtflt4 sae 75w90 5 liter valvoline syncromesh manual transmission fluid 1 qt red line 50204 sae 75w80 api gl4 manual transmission and transaxle lubricant car gear oil1 quart bottle. Using that last two months, transmission shifhts excellent so far. Purple synchromax synthetic high performance manual transmission fluid. Manual transmission parts for mini cooper for sale ebay. While driving my car began to hesitate when going into gear. Toyota jws 3309type tiv, vag g055025a2, ford wssm2c924a semisynthetic for automatic transmissions. The listed capacity of the manual transmission oil is 1. Current information from 022019 release notes specifies mtf2 or mtf3.
This service is typically done as part of a bigger, more expensive repair. Acdelco is transmission oil, minibmwmtf94 or redline mtl are transmission and transaxle oil, you need to look at the label for what its designed to do, additives, its api type. How to add transmission fluid to a 2005 mini cooper fixya. This product is made of highquality components to meet and exceed strict quality requirements. However, many enthusiasts have discovered that changing the fluid every 50k miles not only helps the longevity of the transmission, but also smooths gear changes. In my opinion, the transmission fluid should be changed every 30,000 miles or about once every two years. Manual transmission vehicles require a slightly different set of steps. 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. Redline synthetic manual transmission oil quart 50204. Advance auto parts has 7 different automatic transmission fluid for your vehicle, ready for shipping or instore pick up. Mini cooper questions what type of manual transmission.
Mini cooper owners have reported 4 problems related to transmission fluid leaking under the power train category. The check engine light stays on and only goes off a day or so at a time. Over time that oil will loose some of its lubricating properties, and also get full of microscopic metal and other particles. Mini cooper transmission failure problems with the automatic transmissions were a notorious problem for these cars. Synthetic manual synchromesh transmission fluid mtf sae 5w30 redline.
Shortly thereafter the car would no longer go or go into gear. Mini cooper manual transmission overhaul bearing rebuild kit 2002 2006 1. Mini specifies this mtf lt4 as a substitute for the mtf lt3 used in the 2005 and later mini cooper with the. Mini is bringing back the sixspeed manual transmission. To check it though, remove splash shield under engine, remove 3 bolts at bottom of front bumper cover. I have a bmw mini cooper about 5 12 years old with only about 25,000 miles. Mini r53 manual transmission and differential fluid change. The best part is, our mini cooper automatic transmission fluid products start from. R56 mini cooper s 2008 transmission fluid fill tip youtube. Mini cooper manual transmission oil gearbox fluid requirements. Im trying to find out if and when i should change the automatic 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.
You will also want to replace your fluid if you have repaired a leak. The g253 and g253 are both utilized, and vary slightly in design, noticeable in the transmission shaft end casings. This product is made of highquality components to meet and exceed strict quality. How to change transmission fluid in the 6 speed manual. Cooper, clubman, convertible, getrag g255, mtflt4 fluid. For more information, be sure to contact our service department. They started making a 4 door original mini in 2015 so i was holding out on trading until that model came up. The g253 and g253 are both utilized, and vary slightly in design, noticeable in. Sae 75w90 lt4 manual transmission fluid, 1 liter by genuine.
This means that the fluid is designed to never be replaced. Api gl4 although mini considers the transmission fluid to be a lifetime fluid if you talk to any reputable transmission shop, they will beg to differ. Search new and used cars, research vehicle models, and compare cars, all online at. This item genuine mini manual transmission fluid mtflt4 sae 75w90 5 liter valvoline syncromesh manual transmission fluid 1 qt. Get the best deals on manual transmission parts for mini cooper when you shop. R50r53 mini cooper manual transmission fluid which one. Red line 50204 sae 75w80 api gl4 manual transmission and transaxle lubricant 1 quart. Mini bmw factory mtf lt4 extended life manual transmission fluid sae 75w90 in 1 liter bottles. I drained the transmission fluid and am not sure what.
Get the best deals on manual transmission parts for mini cooper when you shop the largest online selection at. Mini does not list any fluids other than the factory fluids, but several manufacturers list their. Automatic transmission fluid capacity drain and refill. Quart is one of the many mini cooper parts and accessories that we carry and will fit the following mini cooper models and years. Used mini cooper countryman with manual transmission for sale on. May 05, 2019 i found an easy way to fill the 6speed transmission on my 2008 mini cooper s with the 1. Fluids cannot be shipped via air they can be shipped by ground methods only. Mini owners manual automobile mini cooper, mini cooper s. Pump the transmission case full of fluid until it just starts to run out the filler hole. Mini cooper and mini cooper convertible 106 mini cooper s and mini cooper s convertible 107 washer fluid 108 engine oil 108 coolant 110 brake fluid 111 maintenance and care. This howto applies to all r56 minis, from 200720, and includes the mcs. The old information we have specifies mtf94 for the getrag 6speed gs685 bgdg transmission with the mechanical limited slip. Choose top quality brands febi, fuchs, genuine, motul. The difference with the mcs is that it takes slightly more fluid 2.
This procedure should work on just about any 20022018 or later mini cooper with a manual gearbox. Mini cooper r56 manual transmission fluid replacement 2007. Jul 05, 2016 like many modern automatic transmissions, mini has stated the fluid in the 6speed automatic transmission is good for the life of the vehicle. Considering the value of your mini, this is a small expense for extra peace of mind. 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. Redline synthetic manual transmission oil quart 50204 mini. The oil in the 6 speed getrag manual transmission of your mini cooper doesnt degrade anywhere near as fast as your engine oil, but if you want smooth shifts, you should change it occasionally. The two 6speed manual transmissions available in r56 minis are manufactured by getrag. Mini cooper automatic transmission fluid advance auto parts. Acdelco is transmission oil, mini bmwmtf94 or redline mtl are transmission and transaxle oil, you need to look at the label for what its designed to do, additives, its api type. The first generation mini cooper s used a 6 speed manual from getrag, as did all of the manual equipped second generation cars. Mini cooperi drained the transmission fluid and amowners manual i have a 2002 mini cooper with a 5 speed manual transmission.
The cost of this service or repair can vary by location. The most recently reported issues are listed below. A mini spokesperson clarified to cd that the john cooper works version of the mini hardtop will in fact get a manual transmission. Mini cooper manual transmission fluid change cost estimate. 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. A safer bet is to change it yourself every 3050,000 miles. Jun 04, 2015 mini cooper transmission failure problems with the automatic transmissions were a notorious problem for these cars. Guide to determine correct mini manual transmission fluid. Its all on page 02028 of the bentley press mini cooper. Mini coopers misrepresent lifetime transmission fluid. Mini cooper hatchback standard transmission 2007, sae 75w90 lt4 manual transmission fluid by genuine. Mini factory manual transmission fluid mtf 2 sae 75w80 in the 1 liter bottle. This redline synthetic manual transmission oil 75w80.
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