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I have a 2002 mini cooper with a 5 speed manual transmission. What type of gear oil for a 2003 mini cooper manual fixya. Mini convertible automatic transmission fluid online. The oil mini uses in the getrag 6 speed manual transmission is supposed to be a lifetime fill. Recommended type of transmission oil for mini cooper. While driving my car began to hesitate when going into gear. Jul 19, 20 i purchased a 2004 mini cooper brand new in 2004. Oct 30, 2016 in this video, i changed the transmission fluid on a 2004 mini cooper s r53 with the 6 speed getrag mt285gs685 manual transmission transaxle. That is very different than lubricant that goes in a manual transmission.
Texaco mini mtf 94, sae 75w80, api gl4 as per label on 25l drum. Checking the brake fluid in your 2004 mini cooper is easy and should be done once a month. Our 2004 mini cooper transmissions come with a 1year warranty, free shipping and 30day money back guarantee. R50r53 mini cooper manual transmission fluid which one. I do not know about the gl5, as i use mtf94, always. Or, click here to view all available manual transmission fluids. From time to time you need to change your mini cooper transmission oil. How to change the manual transmission fluid of a 2003 mini. Increase temperature of automatic transmission fluid to 35. 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. Order power steering fluid vehicle specific for your 2004 mini cooper and pick it up in storemake your purchase, find a store near you, and get directions. I have a 2004 mini cooper with midland transmission. Toyota jws 3309 type tiv, vag g055025a2, ford wssm2c924a semisynthetic for automatic transmissions.
Amsoil transmission fluids offer the best protection for your cooper. The required transmission fluid spec for this particular year is mtf94. Aug 31, 2017 the oil mini uses in the getrag 6 speed manual transmission is supposed to be a lifetime fill. Mini cooper automatic transmission fluid change r50r52r53. 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. I drained the transmission fluid and am not sure what type of fluid to replace it with as the owners manual. When youre low on oil, coolant or some other fluid, you may be tempted to just run. Youve selected remove 2004 mini cooper accessories.
Nv 1500, nv 3500, 1998 2004 manual transmission gls mopar pn 4874464. 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. Manual transmission 53 continuously variable automatic transmission cvt 54. Gearbox oil and transmission oil for mini hatchback r50, r53. Feb 17, 2004 in the mini warranty manual the 1st check clearly includes cvt fluid change. 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. Check the temperature of the automatic transmission fluid with the bmw diagnosis system. Get the best deals on automatic transmission parts for mini cooper when you shop. Mini cooper questions what type of manual transmission. Using that last two months, transmission shifhts excellent so far. 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. Redline d6 atf is an automatic transmission fluid hence the atf name. Mini r53 manual transmission and differential fluid change.
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I have read so many posts on nam and other sites regarding what brand or type of manual trans fluid works best in their gen i. The rpms go all the way up, but the car will not go. Gearbox oil mini hatchback r50, r53 my 2004 v600211. Top up automatic transmission fluid until it flows over. The 2004 mini cooper has 5 nhtsa complaints for the power train. What type of manual transmission fluid do i use for my 2003 mini cooper s and where do i buy it.
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At the moment, and with 36,000 miles on the clock, the gearbox seems fine. Top 8 transmission fluid mini hatchback r50, r53 bestseller. I am thinking it has to do with what angle should the car be jacked up and sitting on. Select the best automatic transmission fluid for your mini cooper. Get the best deals on manual transmission parts for mini cooper.
I have a customer that had 5 of them replaced within 70,000. Mini coopers misrepresent lifetime transmission fluid. How to check transmission fluid 2004 mini cooper fixya. Most policies exclude regular maintenance like fluid top offs.
Be sure to refer to your owners manual for the type. Advance auto parts has 7 different automatic transmission fluid for your vehicle, ready for shipping or instore pick up. Mini maintenance system 112 obd socket 1 caring for your vehicle 1 vehicle storage 116 owner service procedures replacement procedures. I have a 2004 mini cooper with the dreaded midland gearbox. Mini cooper manual transmission overhaul bearing rebuild kit 2002 2006 1. Many mini cooper drivers have complained of these issues with the transmission. A safer bet is to change it yourself every 3050,000 miles. 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.
Mini coopers misrepresent lifetime transmission fluid, lawsuit. This howto applies to all r56 minis, from 200720, and includes the mcs. Shortly thereafter the car would no longer go or go into gear. I can not fathom why anyone would put atf in a manual transmission. Mini cooper automatic transmission fluid advance auto parts. Jun 04, 2015 changing the fluid frequently, as much as once a year can save you the cost of transmission replacement. Mini cooper s 97 washer fluid 98 engine oil 98 coolant 100 brake fluid 101 maintenance and care. Detailed features and specs for the used 2004 mini cooper including fuel economy, transmission, warranty, engine type, cylinders, drivetrain and more. Mini does not list any fluids other than the factory fluids, but several manufacturers list their. At carid you can find the best proven lubricants to reduce the friction almost to the zero. While the frequency of repairs is higher than normal, the severity of those issues is average, so your cooper. 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.
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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. In this video, i changed the transmission fluid on a 2004 mini cooper s r53 with the 6 speed getrag mt285gs685 manual. Trans is same as in ford focus svt differing gear ratios. Automatic transmission fluid type esso cvt ezl 799a or equivalent cvt transmission esso jws3309 or equivalent agitronic 6speed manual transmission fluid capacity 1. The minis manual transmission has two plugs for filling and emptying the. The engine should be running when you check the transmission fluid dipstick on a 2004 mini cooper s. Quart 50204 best on the market gen1 gen2 fen3 lubricant transaxle red line effective 200221. Bmw diy manual transmission and differential fluid. Mini cooper and mini cooper convertible 106 mini cooper s and. Mini cooper manual transmission and differential fluid.
I drained the transmission fluid and am not sure what type of fluid to replace it with as the owners manual does give specifications. 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. Search new and used cars, research vehicle models, and compare cars, all online at. Perhaps youve been wondering how often to change other fluids in your mini or how often to give it a once over, inspect the brakes and other common checks. I tell all of my customers that fluid is cheaper than transmission replacement. Apr 21, 2012 i have a 2002 mini cooper with a 5 speed manual transmission. 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. View and download mini 2004 cooper owners manual online. Our mini routine maintenance guide comes straight from the bestselling mini manual for 200220 model years, as compiled by our uk home office, and has all the information you need. On some minis, the owners manual suggests pumping the brake pedal 25 times before looking at the fluid level, be sure to check your owners manual to see if this applies to your 2004 cooper. Using a properly formulated transmission fluid for your mini cooper can protect your vehicle from costly problems down the road.