That, coincidentally, was starting money for the sixspeed manual cooper s which also included in its equipment list 16inch alloys and leather trim. Mini cooper midlands 5spd axle seal left side value line gen1 2002 2004. 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. The automatic transmission had major problems and the manual transmission was weak.
If you hear a whine from the transmission, then there could be a lack of oil, or a leak. I had it about a month and then the transmission just went out unexpectedly while i was driving. Bmw mini cooper defective transmission class action lawsuit. The only major problems i have with my mini cooper was the transmission problems. Mini cooper manual transmission gear oil minicooper garage.
The front mounted transverse configuration was a major design challenge when it came to the length of the enginegearbox unit. Mini maintenance system 118 socket for onboard diagnostics obd 119 caring for your vehicle 119 vehicle storage 122 owner service procedures replacement procedures. View and download mini cooper 2002 service manual online. I had the same problem with the cvt on my former 2002 mc at 32,000. This guide will cover all the information youll need if youre interested in purchasing a mini cooper from the first generation of the modern era. After a few months the mini came up with some major problems with the oil pressure, and engine light notifications. Check out the rebuilt mini cooper automatic transmission. It should stay with the vehicle when sold to provide the next owner with important operating, safety and maintenance information. We have 2,323 mini cooper vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 1,435 1owner cars, and 2,195 personal use cars.
Having transmission problems with your mini cooper. If you want to buy a mini, get extended coverage after the 100,000 mile mark. Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car. A federal class action lawsuit claims bmw of north america installed shoddy automatic transmissions in. Red cloth and black leather seating was one of several new choices that gave the. Buying a used 2002 2006 mini cooper things to look for gen 1 r50 r53 duration. 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. Ive also wanted a sunroof and that it has, it drives smooth, the speedometer is a great talking piece as well. I guess i should have done more research, because apparently this is a common problem. The engine and transmission is not for sale and will not be parted due to us swapping it into the cooper. Toyota jws 3309type tiv, vag g055025a2, ford wssm2c924a semisynthetic for automatic transmissions. The 10 transmission problems to never ignore yourmechanic. More than one vehicle quality recycled parts with free terminal shipping.
Used mini cooper with manual transmission for sale cargurus. Mini cooper manual transmission and differential fluid. Mini cooper owners have reported 4 problems related to transmission fluid leaking under the power train category. Fuel filler neck 02 s fuel filler door 06 cooper side skirts 06 cooper hub caps for 15 steelies rear calipers 02 s door glass 02 passenger side glass is out of. Cooper cooper s john cooper works congratulations on your new mini this owners manual should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle.
After three years with my 2002 british racing green mini cooper i decided i. This diagnostic guide will help guide you through troubleshooting issues with the continuously variable automatic transmission, which 1st generation mini coopers are equipped with. I will be explaining the pros and cons of the three generations of minis and which one is the most reliable in my opinion. At first i thought there was a problem and i called the dealer. Mini cooper s auto transmission problems mini cooper forum. The automatic transmission on my 2007 mini cooper failed at 108,000 miles.
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. Our list of 8 known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your 2002 mini cooper. The modern mini cooper is popular choice for those looking for a small, sporty, economical car with great styling and excellent driving dynamics. Oem midlands 5spd axle seal left driver side each mini cooper nons 2002 2004 gen1. The upgrade dealt with the problems of 3rd gear lurches on the mcs and stalling. I will definitely be purchasing a new mini countryman as this is a perfect fit for me. Manual transmission parts for mini cooper for sale ebay. May 05, 2011 i think the auto box in the mini is the long fabled peugeotcitreonrenault auto box known as the al4. I got a used mini cooper countryman from carmax instead of new and im looking at the experience as a test drive. New as well for 2005 was the first cooper s with automatic transmission.
Cheeky and charming, bmws reborn mini cooper revitalised the premium hatch segment. The minis manual transmission has two plugs for filling and emptying the. I just recently purchased a 2002 mini cooper off of craigslist. Mini cooper and mini cooper convertible 112 mini cooper s and mini cooper s convertible 1 engine oil 114 coolant 115 brake system 117 maintenance and care. Shown here is the gold standard for bmw and mini transmissions, red line mtl. I was at a red light on christmas eve and when the light turned green i couldnt. Living with the mini cooper s automatic motoringfile. Manual transmission problems of the 2002 mini cooper. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 mini cooper based on all problems reported for the 2002 cooper. Of course that mainly applies to the manual transmission models. Service recommend for sealed for life transmissions. Those are not real mini s just a high priced bmw bring my wallet in a small package. Cheeky and charming, bmws reborn mini cooper revitalised the premium. Read on for the most common problems and solutions.
Dump it fast, and learn how to use a manual transmission, get a manual transmissioned mini. Here are five problems owners of mini coopers built between 2000 and 2006 need to know about. Red mini cooper hatchback with red stripes driving fast on the road. Five problems related to manual transmission have been reported for the 2002 mini cooper. There seems to be a problem completing the request at present. Detailed features and specs for the used 2002 mini cooper including fuel economy, transmission, warranty, engine type, cylinders, drivetrain and more. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of mini cooper based on all problems reported for the cooper. I own 2009 gen2 mini cooper s convertible purchased in near perfect condition at 30k miles, now at 85k miles.
Mini cooper 2002 service manual pdf download manualslib. One of the first things that you should check on a mini that is having problems shifting is the level of the transmission oil. Mini cooper midland gearbox 5speed rebuild kit oem. Our 2002 mini cooper transmissions come with a 1year warranty, free shipping and 30day money back guarantee. 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. Problems occur when the electricallyoperated power steering. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 388 cooper models nationwide. Mini cooper standard transmission with 6speed getrag 285 transmission 2002, manual transmission input shaft repair sleeve by national. Learn about this problem, why it occurs, and how to fix it. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Cooper manual transmission gear oil red line full synthetic gear oil. Cooper 2003, cooper 2006, cooper s 2002, cooper s 2003, cooper s 2004, cooper s 2005, cooper s 2006, convertible 2002, convertible 2003, convertible 2004, convertible 2005. I wont go into all the problems with the 2002 mini i bought in march of this year. Mini cooper questions i have a 2004 mini cooper with an.
Fivespeed manual transmissions were standard but those who opted for automatic got a steptronic cvt system with five later six steps plus manual override when in sport mode. Car complaints, car problems and defect information latest news. Access a large inventory of quality used 2002 mini cooper transmissions online. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. The 2002 mini cooper has 11 nhtsa complaints for the power train. Using that last two months, transmission shifhts excellent so far. This part is manufactured by one of the most trusted names in the. 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 mini bmw fluid.
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