I plan to change the oil every 6k miles, regardless of what the computer says. The 2006 mini cooper has 6 nhtsa complaints for the power train. The mini s manual transmission has two plugs for filling and emptying the transmission oil, located on the side and bottom of the transmission case. Automatic transmission for 2006 mini cooper mini parts. Mini cooper manual transmission fluid which one worked best for me. Recommended type of transmission oil for mini cooper. Advance auto parts has 7 different automatic transmission fluid for your vehicle, ready for shipping or instore pick up. Gearbox oil and transmission oil for mini hatchback r50, r53. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. Guide to determine correct mini manual transmission fluid. Redline synthetic manual transmission mtl oil 70w80 api gl4. 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.
The 20052006 minis are substantially better from an overall quality standpoint than their 2002 predecessorsfrom such mundane things as the quality of the dash to more substantial things such as gear ratios. 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. Mini cooper automatic transmission fluid advance auto parts. Modern cars and trucks need much less maintenance than the vehicles of 25 years ago. Toyota jws 3309 type tiv, vag g055025a2, ford wssm2c924a semisynthetic for automatic transmissions.
Recommendations for 2006 mini cooper s bob is the oil guy. For mini cooper 20022008 acm automatic transmission heat exchanger oil cooler. The listed capacity of the manual transmission oil is 1. Engine oil cooler manual transmission for mini cooper s 1. Best motor oil for mini cooper shop by oil type or. My 2006 mini cooper automatic transmission wont shift out of 1st. Mini cooper manual transmission and differential fluid. 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. Pentosin chf 202 longlife synthetic hydraulic fluid, 1 liter mini cooper 2006, chf 202 hydraulic fluid by pentosin.
Mini coopers misrepresent lifetime transmission fluid. Mini cooper s convertible 1 engine oil 114 coolant 115 brake system 117 maintenance and care. The mini is equipped with a display in the center of the instrument panel, which will show the type of service next due, and the. Redline synthetic manual transmission oil quart 50204. You should check with any transmission specialist that you trust for their recommendation. Search over 9,700 listings to find the best local deals. Some vehicles come with several transmission choices and could be very confusing. 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. Complete auto transmissions for mini cooper for sale ebay.
In this video, i changed the transmission fluid on a 2004 mini cooper s r53 with the 6 speed getrag mt285gs685 manual transmission transaxle. 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. Mini cooper manual transmission oil gearbox fluid requirements. Used mini cooper by transmission type used mini cooper with automatic transmission. My 2006 mini cooper automatic transmission wont shift. R50r53 mini cooper manual transmission fluid which one. This diagnostic guide will help guide you through troubleshooting issues with the continuously variable automatic transmission, which 1st generation mini coopers are equipped with. Auto automatic transmission filter mini hatchback r56. How to change manual transmission oil mini cooper r53 r56. Mini cooper transmission failure problems with the automatic transmissions were a notorious problem for these cars. Mini cooper automatic transmission fluid aisin type tiv equivalent to jws3309. Select the best automatic transmission fluid for your mini.
We have 27 2006 mini cooper s vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 3 1owner cars, and 31 personal use cars. Oil manual transmission oil mini hatchback r56 20 year 3682 capacity. Click here for our mini cooper automatic transmission fluids application guide use the guide below. Toyota jws 3309type tiv, vag g055025a2, ford wssm2c924a semisynthetic for automatic. Access a large inventory of quality used 2006 mini cooper transmissions online. Page 14 displays tachometer display for indicator and warning lamps position of automatic transmission display for computer clock date of. Find great deals on ebay for mini cooper 2006 manual transmission. I commute 100 miles a day, all highway and have a heavy foot. Rockauto ships auto parts and body parts from over 300 manufacturers to customers doors worldwide, all at warehouse prices. Mk i models include 20022006 cooperclubman and 20022008 convertibles. Manual transmission 55 automatic transmission with steptronic 56. Im a fan of synthetics, and would like to use them in the trans as well as the motor. Please make sure to read the transmission description below and in particular match the engine size, fitting notes and number of speed when applicable with your vehicles specifications.
Mini high performance synthetic 5w30 oil is the most highly recommended option, as it is used by mini themselves during a mini oil change and is even listed with other mini cooper parts part number 07 51 0 143 829. Its mini cooper s convertible 2006 automatic rpm reach to 3 but the speed. The dealer mechanics say that they can only replace tge whole transmission at roughly 8k, and that they camt even replace the transmission oil. Mini maintenance system 118 socket for onboard diagnostics obd 119 caring for your vehicle 119. Trans is same as in ford focus svt differing gear ratios. Your mini dealer knows have the oil changed only by a mini dealer or a which additives are suitable and will be glad to workshop. Texaco mini mtf 94, sae 75w80, api gl4 as per label on 25l drum.
I was told it could be a sensor, or another electrical related issue. Our foreign auto repair techs specialize in the service of mini cooper vehicles of all ages. The minis manual transmission has two plugs for filling and emptying the transmission oil, located on the side and bottom of the transmission case. Quart 50204 best on the market gen1 gen2 fen3 lubricant transaxle red line effective 200221. 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. From time to time you need to change your mini cooper transmission oil. 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. At the moment, and with 36,000 miles on the clock, the gearbox seems fine. Get detailed information on the 2006 mini cooper s including specifications and data that includes dimensions, engine specs, warranty, standard features, options, and more. View and download mini cooper s 2006 owners manual online. Used mini cooper with manual transmission for sale cargurus.
Highquality engine oil flush for mini cooper keeps the moving components in your engine lubricated, preventing premature rust and corrosion. Mini has a list of recommended synthetic oils that are safe for your mini vehicle. Get reliability information for the 2006 mini cooper from consumer reports, which combines extensive survey data and expert technical knowledge. Bmw mini cooper r50 automatic gearbox transmission oil cooler line. 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.
I have a 2004 mini cooper with the dreaded midland gearbox. Note that the location of the filldrain plugs are different on both the cooper and cooper s see figure 2 and figure 3 if you are simply checking the level of oil in your transmission, start by. Mini hatchback automatic transmission fluid online. How to change manual transmission oil mini cooper r53.
Royal purple synchromax synthetic high performance manual transmission fluid. Or, click here to view all available manual transmission fluids. Read on for the most common problems and solutions. Used 2006 mini cooper for sale with photos cargurus. I bought the car very recently and the only problem when bought was the sunroof as it was not working properly which is not a big deal. This product is made of highquality components to meet and exceed. Manual says to use bmw oil is there a better choice that is readily available. Hello there, i have a 2009 mini cooper s auto, petrol and on the 55000 miles. How to change manual transmission oil mini cooper r53 r56 f56 duration. In our unscientific opinion, this is too long and we dont believe in lifetime fluids.
This procedure should work on just about any 20022018 or later mini cooper with a manual gearbox. Refer to your minibmw dealer or oil manufacturer for equivalent recommendations. When it comes to your mini cooper, you want parts and products from only trusted brands. Mini cooper manual transmission overhaul bearing rebuild kit 2002 2006 1.
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