Diagnosing clutch and manual transmission noise can be a difficult diagnosis. Our list of 8 known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your 2002 mini cooper. Manual trans input shaft seal corteco 23117518633 fits 2002 2008 mini cooper. Service recommend for sealed for life transmissions. Mini cooper class action lawsuit settlement top class. Search used mini cooper with manual transmission for sale nationwide. The timing chain rattle as discussed in an earlier blog post is a common problem. Mini cooper grinding noise while shifting inspection costs. Mini cooper maintenance costs are in line with other performance cars. Speed is between 35 and higher with transmission engaged in 3rd or 4 th gear. Very common problem occurring in most 2002 vehicles with only 40,00060,000. The 2002 mini cooper has 11 nhtsa complaints for the power train.
Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of mini cooper based on all problems reported for the cooper. This transmission unit includes a transmission case, valve body, tail shaft and housing, torque converter automatic only, and all internal lubricated parts. It seems to get louder the higher the gear youre in. Are you noticing more transmission noise and vibration in the car. So my minis making a bad grumbling sound thats coming from the bowels of the engine bay and cannot figure out what it is. This is a complete used oem manual transmission thats guaranteed to fit the 2002 mini cooper manufacturers specifications.
There is no way of attaching a scan tool or looking into the bellhousing while the clutch. Jul 19, 20 the mini cooper defective transmission class action lawsuit seeking restitution, damages and other relief for a proposed class of all california residents who, at any time prior to the filing of this complaint, purchased or leased a 20022006 mini cooper coupe or 20052008 mini cooper convertible in california. Click here for info on manual transmission fluid mix to help prevent. Mini cooper 2002, manual transmission shift cable by genuine. Yes, when you press the clutch, everything downstream of the crankshaft stops turning, so going quiet is a good indication of a bearing or gear failure.
The 10 transmission problems to never ignore yourmechanic. This procedure should work on just about any 2002 2018 or later mini cooper with a manual. Manual transmission and differential fluid change pelican technical article. If you put it in neutral at higher speeds the noise goes away. Buy used mini cooper transmission from our network that offers up to a twoyear warranty on qualified units. Judge will approve mini cooper transmission class action. It has developed a whirring noise that is gradually getting louder. If you want to buy a mini, get extended coverage after. Manual transmission problems can develop due to high mileage, abuse, or lack of proper maintenance. For 2002 2008 mini cooper manual trans shift cable shift dorman 893yx 2004 fits. Used 2002 mini cooper s for sale with photos cargurus. Automatic transmission problems of the 2002 mini cooper. Mini cooper clutch may wear prematurely 166 reports.
Mini cooper questions womp womp noise 04 mini cooper. Cooper cooper s john cooper works congratulations on your new mini this owners manual should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle. Show example mini cooper grinding noise while shifting inspection prices grinding noise while shifting inspection service the choice between a manual and automatic transmission by a car owner comes down to issues of convenience, fuel economy, and cost. 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. 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. This procedure should work on just about any 20022018 or later mini cooper with a manual. I have a 2002 mini cooper not an s 89,000 miles with manual transmission. I have a 2007 mini cooper s with 6speed manual transmission. One of the most commonly misdiagnosed automotive faults is apparent manual transmission clutch problems. We carry a wideranging catalog of used mini transmissions for all. The front mounted transverse configuration was a major design challenge when it came to the length of the enginegearbox unit. Jun 04, 2015 the most reliable of the transmissions mini manufactured is the 6 speed manual variation.
Mini cooper 2002, manual transmission output shaft seal by national. Clutch made a low groaning noise when taking off in 1st and reverse right before i took it in to the dealership for its first ever maintenance. We dont live near a mini service outlet, so we called one and they said to change the transmission fluid. Manual transmission parts for mini cooper for sale ebay. Stock problemsissues manual transmission problem okay i have been. I have found no information indicating that the generation 2, 6speed. The mini cooper defective transmission class action lawsuit seeking restitution, damages and other relief for a proposed class of all california residents who, at any time prior to the filing of this complaint, purchased or leased a 2002 2006 mini cooper coupe or 20052008 mini cooper convertible in. Mini cooper r50 2002 gearbox removal time lapse youtube. 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.
The noise is usually heard at idle on a cold start and it is often referred to as the death rattle. 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. On certain passenger vehicles equipped with manual transmissions, the transmission shift cable connects the gearshift lever in the vehicle interior to the shift linkage on the transmission. Volvo automatic 6 speed gearbox 6dct450 complete wet clutch kit genuine eo. Get the best deals on manual transmission parts for mini cooper when you shop.
Mini automatic to manual conversion basic information. Manual transmission problems of the 2002 mini cooper. 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. Diagnosing a clutch bearing or bushing noise know your parts.
We had that done and now the noise is 80% better, but it still has not gone away. I have a mini 2002 s model with manual transmission one of the first model i drive my mini cooper s 2002 about, 18666129798. Manual transmission problem north american motoring. There was a small sputter and then the car could not be driven. How to change manual transmission oil mini cooper r53 r56 f56 how to change the transmission oil. Five problems related to manual transmission have been reported for the 2002 mini cooper. My 2002 mc with approximately 100k has developed a growling noise in the manual 5 spd. Our 2002 mini cooper transmissions come with a 1year warranty, free shipping and 30day money back guarantee. Manual transmission parts for 2002 mini cooper for sale ebay. While driving is city traffic, the transmission failed to engage when i shifted into 1st and lifted the clutch trying to start from a red light.
May be a problem with the brakes, the tie rods and the drivers side door lock doesnt work but otherwise very good. Or, click here to view all available manual transmission fluids. I have a 2002 mini not an s 89,000 miles with manual. Variable transmission which is an automatic transmission that can.
Bmw and mini how to diagnose clutch problems, worn out disc or. The minis manual transmission has two plugs for filling and emptying the transmission oil. You can easily drop in a limited slip differential. Mini does not list any fluids other than the factory fluids, but several manufacturers list their. You can hear it when accelerating and when decelerating. Mini cooper clutches are known to fail at relatively low mileage, especially when the vehicle is driven regularly in heavy traffic.
Our 2002 mini cooper transmissions come with a 1year warranty, free shipping and. Mini cooper manual transmission overhaul bearing rebuild kit 2002 2006 1. I have been told the differential is going out and the transmission has to be replaced. Get the best deals on manual transmission parts for mini cooper when you shop the largest online selection at. Learn about this problem, why it occurs, and how to fix it. Cvt transmission failure the haus independent mini cooper. Just like most of the pre facelift mini cooper r50s at some point the gearbox starts making noise and eventually it fails.
Manual shifter repair kits, manual transmission mounts, manual transmission shafts, transmission tools. Mini cooper manual transmission and differential fluid. Transmission noise problems of the 2002 mini cooper. At a stop light i began hearing a very loud grinding noise, like metal in a blender, the car would not engage in gear, i had to be pushed out of the intersection. Bmw or mini transmission rattle in neutral how to fix. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 mini cooper based on all problems reported for the 2002 cooper. Access a large inventory of quality used 2002 mini cooper transmissions online. A common problem that a lot of 20022006 mini cooper owners have. Get the best deals on manual transmission parts for 2002 mini cooper when you shop the largest online selection at. Manual transmission 48 continuously variable automatic transmission cvt 49. Dec 23, 2014 bmw or mini transmission rattle in neutral how to fix. If you catch a whiff of something burning while driving your stick shift mini, be sure to visit an expert mini mechanic to have the issue properly diagnosed and serviced. 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.
Transmission transmission transmission performance is determined by. Miniis aware of this problem with cvt transmissions and refuses to admit fault. Mini cooper transmission replacement maintenancerepairs. Mini cooper transmission shifting concerns talks about transmission shifting issues with the mini cooper automatic transmission. Bmw and mini how to diagnose clutch problems, worn out. Only making the noise when the clutch is all the way out and driving. Congratulations on your new mini this owners manual should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle. The transmission mounts connect the transmission to the car and help isolate vibrations. Hi i have a 2012 mini cooper s manual transmission. It is not a step by step description of all the possible combinations you may run into, but it gives a good overview. Diagnosing symptoms of a bad manual transmission axleaddict. The 2002 mini cooper has 16 nhtsa complaints for the power train. This part is manufactured using exclusive national dynamic edge technology that. 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.
Dec 23, 2014 one of the most commonly misdiagnosed automotive faults is apparent manual transmission clutch problems. This is a sound i hear intermittently when pulling off in 1st gear in my mini cooper s 2003 r53. I am retired military and my wife and i take our motorhome to the military rv park at key west naval air station in late dec and dont return home until late march. Noise noise our expert judgment of the vehicles interior noise. Mini cooper owners have reported 16 problems related to transmission noise under the power train category. Two problems related to transmission noise have been reported for the 2002 mini cooper. Bmw and mini how to diagnose clutch problems, worn out disc.
Mini cooper s flywheel clutch noise r53 2003 youtube. The most reliable of the transmissions mini manufactured is the 6 speed manual variation. Call back make an offer but online sale is busy only reply with a no email. The tranny is making a grinding noise and something that sounds like hissing coming from the tranny. Im considering buying a manual 2007 mini cooper s so me and my boyfriends brotherwhos licensed to work on cars, works at a dealership and. Yes, when you press the clutch, everything downstream of the crankshaft stops turning, so going quiet. Transmission noise in 2002 mini cooper 5 speed anyone have a similar problem. Feb 22, 2011 i have a whine sound coming from my transmission.
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. Get the best deals on manual transmission parts for 2002 mini cooper when you. My car is an early august 2002 build it was not affected by the infamous cvt recall that covered most early build 2003 cooper cvts build between september and october 2002. Find great deals on ebay for mini cooper 2002 transmission and 2002 mini cooper manual transmission. We tow front wheels on a dolly trailer our mini so we have transportation. I have been told that the supercharger needs to come out and be replaced, but looking online the a failed supercharger makes a noise like a can of marbles. Transmission whining noise eventually leading to transmission failure. Search over 10,000 listings to find the best local deals. I have been hearing strange humming noises coming from our 2002 mini cooper with auto transmission. Whining noise coming from engine bay mini cooper forum. If your transmission is in need of repair, dont compromise the performance and safety of your car with suspect, offbrand replacement parts from the local auto parts. 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. Used mini cooper with manual transmission for sale cargurus.
My first mini, got home after driving on the highway for miles from the dealer, and it. Guide to determine correct mini manual transmission fluid. Dont just repair a leak, prevent future problems with a national oil seal. The most recently reported issues are listed below. The only major problems i have with my mini cooper was the transmission problems. Learn how to diagnose a clutch bearing or bushing noise from know your parts. Most manual transmission issues originate not with the transmission itself, but from related components like the clutch assembly, linkage, or driveline. 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. I am a car dealer and i just traded mini 2002 cooper question. Eight problems related to automatic transmission have been reported for the 2002 mini cooper. Im not comfortable replacing it with a used transmission as i have learned that this is a common problem for this model.
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