Do you feel shaking or shuddering when you engage the clutch. Bmw mini cooper i have a whine sound coming from my transmission. Rockauto ships auto parts and body parts from over 300 manufacturers to customers doors worldwide, all at warehouse prices. I have found no information indicating that the generation 2. Aug 04, 2017 mini cooper transmission oil change roadster r59 how to diy. Base fuel economy is estimated at 29 mpg city37 highway with the manual transmission, while opting for the automatic shaves 1 mpg off both figures. Transmission noise in 2002 mini cooper 5 speed anyone have a similar problem. My 2002 mini cooper base 5speed sure put a smile on my face. Bmw and mini how to diagnose clutch problems, worn out. The slammer is designed to provide a perfect combination of weight and ergonomics. Buyers guide for the 20022006 r50 generation mini cooper. The noise sometimes goes away when you push in the clutch which sounds like a throw out bearing problem. Manual transmission 48 continuously variable automatic transmission cvt 49 parking lampslow beams 52.
Complete auto transmissions for mini cooper for sale ebay. We had that done and now the noise is 80% better, but it still has not gone away. A common problem that a lot of 20022006 mini cooper owners have experienced is. The early manual transmission and cvt automatic transmission. The solution is to replace it with an updated design. If your transmission mount for the mini cooper breaks, it will increase the vibrations coming from the driveshaft, which can lead to a lot of noise as you rev your engine more and more. The transmission took 2l without leaking from the fill hole.
Bmw and mini how to diagnose clutch problems, worn out disc. Womp womp noise 04 mini cooper almost washing machine like sound when vehicle is moving. Mini cooper transmission mount trans mounts lemfoerder. Mini cooper owners have reported 16 problems related to transmission noise under the power train category. Mini cooper transmission failure problems with the automatic transmissions were a notorious problem for these cars. I have a used base model non s without supercharger 2005 mini cooper convertible with 68,000 miles that is in need of a new transmission and pressure plate. Mini coopers can be great fun to drive, but sometimes problems do crop up. The transmission is only 20k miles old, all the other gears work fine with no pop outs or grinding. Most manual transmission issues originate not with the transmission itself, but from related components like the clutch assembly, linkage, or driveline. The engine in naturally aspirated form in the base cooper models puts. Mini cooper transmission replacement maintenancerepairs. This transmission unit includes a transmission case, valve body, tail shaft and housing, torque converter automatic only, and all internal lubricated parts. Im not comfortable replacing it with a used transmission as i have learned that this is a common problem for this model. Guide to determine correct mini manual transmission fluid.
My car is a 2002 mini cooper base, and i cant get into 5th or reverse. Access a large inventory of quality used 2002 mini cooper transmissions online. If a manual transmission is not an option, the later cooper s models with the aisin 6 speed auto should be considered. Produced by zf, these are a known fail point and should be avoided at all costs. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of mini cooper based on all problems reported for the cooper. Check out the rebuilt mini cooper automatic transmission. Mini cooper 5 speed manual transmission noisy gears. More than one vehicle ships with 90 day part replacement warranty. Apr 14, 2015 hi, i have a 2002 mini cooper s manual transmission that i have been towing all four down for the past four years behind my class a and i have not had any problems. Mini cooper transmission oil change roadster r59 how to. Bmw or mini transmission rattle in neutral how to fix. Cooper cooper s john cooper works congratulations on your new mini this owners manual should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle. 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.
Note the location of the part number sticker for reference. This covers the seven most common problems we run across in servicing mini coopers. Mini cooper r55, r56, r57 20072011 radiator support service position placement diy repair duration. I have a 2006 mini, 5 speed and was having a grinding noise especially at idle. Mini automatic to manual conversion basic information. Responsiveness of car is quick and lives up to its ancestor, overall, the car is. What you see below is a previous search for a mini cooper cooper transmission and does not include all the transmissions in your area. One of the most commonly misdiagnosed automotive faults is apparent manual transmission clutch problems.
It is not a step by step description of all the possible combinations you may run into, but it gives a good overview. Dec 23, 2014 click here for info on manual transmission fluid mix to help prevent gearbearing rattle. Jan 21, 2019 manual transmission problems can develop due to high mileage, abuse, or lack of proper maintenance. There are many problems that the cvt can have including the belt. Hello, i have a 2002 mini cooper with the midland r65 transmission. Used mini cooper with manual transmission for sale cargurus. The automatic transmission had major problems and the manual transmission was weak. Failed electric power steering pumps electric power steering pumps can be prone to failure.
I brought it to the mini dealer and they at first thought it was the clutch. With the transmission secured, i went about gathering the rest of the parts required for the swap a cooper s flywheel, pressure plate and clutch, release bearing, starter, output shafts, slave cylinder, clutch line, transmission. Cvt transmission failure the haus independent mini cooper. 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 the front mounted transverse configuration was a major design challenge when it came to the length of the enginegearbox unit. Introduced in 2002 as a completely new design, the bmw mini cooper is a throwback to its ancestor of the same name, mimicking its appearance and performance. If i depressed the clutch partially, the noise would go away. To find your mini cooper cooper transmission from a recycler near you, just enter the year of your vehicle and your zip code in the above form and press the find button. Diagnosing symptoms of a bad manual transmission axleaddict. Mini cooper manual transmission floor shifter problems. The transmission mount is there for stabilization and support. 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. For 2002 2004 mini cooper manual trans shift cable right genuine 69754xt 2003 fits. Whilst the car has been criticized for its poor spaceefficiency compared with the original mini despite its significantly larger size, its faithfulness to the originals razor sharp handling characteristics and its unique. Official recalls have been issued for the 2002 mini cooper by the nhtsa.
I got a call the next day from and was told that it wasnt the clutch but the transmission. I understand that an authorized bmw dealership may contact me with offers or information about their products and services. Our 2002 mini cooper transmissions come with a 1year warranty, free shipping and 30day money back guarantee. Mini cooper questions womp womp noise 04 mini cooper. Mini cooper manual transmission oil gearbox fluid requirements. The gearbox was changed in 2005specifically because of the transmission clutch in the earlier modelsfrom midlands to gertragwhich is the same manufacturer of the transmission in the mini s. The rubber centered crank pulley on the mini is prone to failure after many miles. Toyota jws 3309type tiv, vag g055025a2, ford wssm2c924a semisynthetic for automatic transmissions. Jun 04, 2015 mini cooper transmission failure problems with the automatic transmissions were a notorious problem for these cars. We carry a wideranging catalog of used mini transmissions for all applications including gas and diesel engines. Here are five problems owners of mini coopers built between 2000 and 2006. Manual transaxle for 2002 mini cooper mini parts direct. Mini cooper r50 2002 gearbox removal time lapse youtube. Towing a mini cooper toadstowed behind motorhome fmca rv.
I have a mini cooper that will go in gear but will not move. I have been told the differential is going out and the transmission has to be replaced. I am a car dealer and i just traded for an 02 cooper. Fits the following mini cooper nons models with the midlands 5speed manual transmission. Download your free pdf file of the 2002 mini cooper on our comprehensive online database of automotive owners manuals. Facelift mini cooper r50s at some point the gearbox starts making noise and eventually it fails.
The manual cooper s loses 2 mpg from the base, with the automatic only 1 mpg better than the jcw, which uses 2533 mpg. It should stay with the vehicle when sold to provide the next owner with important operating, safety and maintenance information. Mini cooper base with gacvt16z transmission 2002, automatic transmission filter kit by zf. These came on any 2002 2006 r50 base cooper with the automatic transmission. R50 mini cooper 2002 06 r53 mini cooper s 2002 06 r52 mini cooper convertible 200508 r52 mini cooper s convertible 200508 underdrive pulley install.
Your transmission is essential to the operation of your mini copper. This version uses a small fourcylinder engine, paired with a slick manual, a cvt in early versions, or a responsive. Buy used mini cooper transmission from our network that offers up to a twoyear warranty on qualified units. The mini cooper is fun to drive and has plenty of head and legroom up front. My model has a 5 speed manual transmission and ive been doing some research on transmission related issues and ive heard that the 6 speeds are a bit more durable than the 5 speed. Mini automatic to manual conversion basic information revised feb 24, 2010 the following is an overview of the steps to convert a mini from an automatic transmission to one with a manual transmission gearbox. This is a 2004 mini with 102,000 km, and a cvt thank you. Gertrag is very reliable, but as its only in the 2005 and later models, i would steer away from the base mini cooper in any year prior to 2005. If your power steering pump has to be replaced it is a good idea to check out the cooling. Mini cooper owners have reported 10 problems related to manual transmission under the power train category. Mini cooper owners have reported 4 problems related to manual transmission floor shifter under the power train category. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Mini cooper manual transmission and differential fluid.
The front mounted transverse configuration was a major design challenge when it came to the length of the enginegearbox unit. I m considering buying a manual 2007 mini cooper s so me and my boyfriends. This is a complete used oem manual transmission thats guaranteed to fit the 2002 mini cooper manufacturers specifications. Mini owners and service manual access your manual mini usa. Manual transmission parts for 2002 mini cooper for sale ebay. The 2002 mini cooper has 11 nhtsa complaints for the power train. I instruct mini usa, a division of bmw of north america, llc to provide my information to an authorized mini dealership. 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. The listed capacity of the manual transmission oil is 1. Service recommend for sealed for life transmissions. Feb 22, 2011 i have a whine sound coming from my transmission.
The cooper is a very maneuverable, fun to drive car. Mini cooper base s standard transmission 2002, manual transmission output shaft seal by corteco. Variable transmission which is an automatic transmission that can. Took it to the dealer for a check and they added 0. The procedure for changing the transmission fluid on the nons cars is the same, although the drain and fill ports for. This part is manufactured by one of the most trusted names in the. These are all factory replacement parts and includes the most frequently replaced items.
I have a 2004 mini cooper with an automatic transmission. This mini cooper had the same issue and i fitted a rebuild gearbox and. Mini cooper shift cable replacement r50r52r53 20012006. Convenient transmission rebuild kit for the midlands 5speed manual transmission gs565bh. We dont live near a mini service outlet, so we called one and they said to change the transmission fluid.
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