Mini cooper questions i have a 2004 mini cooper with an. Once it hits 63 mph, it will drop down below 3000 rpm. 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. Toyota jws 3309type tiv, vag g055025a2, ford wssm2c924a semisynthetic for automatic transmissions. Service engine light, asc light, and run flat monitor light. Manual transmission parts for mini cooper for sale ebay. The mini cooper is available with either a manual or automatic transmission. For the cvt automatic transmission in 20022006 r50 mini cooper hatchback and 20052008 r52 mini c. See how to correctly check the transmission fluid level in a 2004 mini cooper s 1. Display of outside temperature and cur rent vehicle speed. Is there any difference in that between the automatic transmission and the manual one. Bmw mini cooper cvt transmission housing our price. Check the temperature of the automatic transmission fluid with the bmw diagnosis system.
The mini hatch stylised as mini hatch, or mini hardtop in the us, also known as mini cooper, mini one, or simply the mini, is a threedoor or five door hatchback first introduced in late 2000, with a second generation launched in 2006 and a third generation model launched in 2014. If you have a dead cvt trans and dont want to spend. Complete auto transmissions for mini cooper for sale ebay. Cvt 45 parking lampslow beams 48 turn signal indicatorheadlamp flasher 49. Those are not real mini s just a high priced bmw bring my wallet in a small package. The 2004 mini cooper has 10 nhtsa complaints for the power train. The mini cooper s takes agility, power, and performance to an even higher level and comes with a smoothshifting, very precise sixspeed getrag gearbox and sports plus suspension. I am not sure if i have to explain to you that the mini cooper with the cvt transmission has no transmission control unit, that what many people think is the control unit for the transmission is axially only a translator between engine and transmission the control of the transmission is integrated with the engine control unit ems 2000 and a. This diagnostic guide will help guide you through troubleshooting issues with the continuously variable automatic transmission, which 1st generation mini coopers are equipped with. The minis manual transmission has two plugs for filling and emptying the. The 2004 mini cooper has 3 problems reported for transmission failure.
This 2004 mini cooper just had its computer reset, including the cvt adaptation settings and had new adaptation procedure completed. Odometer 54 tachometer 54 fuel gauge 54 coolant temperature gauge 55 service interval display 56 clock 56 onboard computer 57 technology for safety and. I have a 2004 mini cooper with an automatic transmission. From the bench of what can fail inside a mini cooper cvt automatic transmission and what to do next. All of the transmissions are mounted in line with the engine on the drivers side of the engine bay. This video and article will show you how to test for evaporative emission leaks using the dmtl and complete an emission monitor for the evap system with autologics assistplus. A convertible version was introduced in 2004, with the second generation. Then in october 2015, the company issued a recall of the 20022005 mini cooper and mini cooper s models because of issues with powersteering loss. The mini cooper uses a fivespeed manual or a cvt automatic transmission and features sports suspension. Mini cooper cvt conversion mini cooper cvt transmission to 6 speed swap 2002 cvt.
Increase temperature of automatic transmission fluid to 35. A convertible version was introduced in 2004, with the second generation following in 2008. If the cvt car wouldnt pass smog, it would become a lemons car with a kludged together motor and the 5spd would be made to go as a street car with the good motor from the cvt car. What you see below is a previous search for a mini cooper cooper transmission and does not. Mini cooper automatic transmission fluid change r50r52. Inside of a mini cooper cvt automatic transmission youtube. Shortly thereafter the car would no longer go or go into gear. Aftermarket value priced secondary pressure solenoid for the cvt automatic transmission. The r56 challenge has a sixspeed manual transmission. Anyone tried an automatic to manual swap for these cars. The transmission control module and the entire powertrain wiring harness are designed for the car to have the exact cvt transmission. 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. Our 2004 mini cooper transmissions come with a 1year warranty, free shipping and.
Find a quality mini cooper cooper transmission and other used auto parts from the top auto salvage yards. A manual transmission was standarda fivespeed for the cooper and a sixspeed for the cooper s. Cooper s is available only with a manual transmission. But now that she has a street car, im down for one aseries powered bini and one chrysler powered bini in a head to head competition. 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 mount, shift cable tower and. My engine revs up above 3000 rpm at highway speeds mainly between 55 and 62 mph. Mini cooper r50 cvt convert to 6 speeds manual gearbox youtube. Mini 19592000 automatic to manual conversion basic. 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. This owners manual should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle. 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 transmissiongearbox. For the 1st generation mini cooper nons models including 20022006 r50 hardtop and 20052008 r52 convertible.
My 2004 base mini cooper with 5 speed manual makes a whirring sound when accelerating. Ive heard that the mini cooper has a lot of mechanical issues, and requires alot of maintanence. Top up automatic transmission fluid until it flows over. I do not know about the gl5, as i use mtf94, always. Cvt to 6speed manual getrag gearbox swap mini cooper forum. A detailed assessment of the cvt transmission by mf staff 16 years ago nov 17, 09 21 we recently received a very detailed technical brief from john ewald that explain in detail the functions and capabilities of the mini cvt gearbox.
Mini 19592000 automatic to manual conversion basic information. A detailed assessment of the cvt transmission motoringfile. While there is no hard evidence on the reason for premature belt failure, many believe that sticking to a regular fluid maintenance schedule is the key to success. Mini cvt transmission fluid change bavarian autosport blog. Bmw issued a recall of 20052006 models of its mini cooper and cooper s and its 20052007 mini cooper convertible and cooper s convertibles because passengerside airbags failed to deploy in a crash. Despite the terrible reliability of these cvt transmissions, it is your only practical option for replacement. Im not sure when my infatuation with the mini cooper cvt began to sour. Mini cooper automatic transmission fluid change r50r52r53. Mini cooper automatic cvt transmission with zf vt1f transmission 2004, automatic transmission manual shaft repair sleeve by national. They are notorious, horrible acceleration, high failure rate. New valeo clutch, flywheel,throwout bearing kit new 6spd trans cv axles used manual clutchbrake pedal. Im wondering if 2009 s model has cvt transmsission, or if i should be aware of any known problems.
Cvt failures in the mini cooper are often associated with a faulty or failed internal belt. The detection module for tank leakage, also referred to as the dmtl, is used to pressurize and test the evaporative emission on r56 mini cooper models. Ra fluid change in automatic transmission cvt including used fluid disposal author. View and download mini 2004 cooper owners manual online. Mini cooper automatic transmission temperature sensor oem gen2.
More than one vehicle ships with 90 day part replacement warranty. Those are not real minis just a high priced bmw bring my wallet. In this video, i changed the transmission fluid on a 2004 mini cooper s r53 with the 6 speed getrag mt285gs685 manual transmissiontransaxle. This page is dedicated to the understanding, repair and maintenance of the mini constant velocity transmission. May 10, 2010 from the bench of what can fail inside a mini cooper cvt automatic transmission and what to do next.
Ra fluid change in automatic transmission cvt including used fluid disposal bmw ag tis 24. The cvt auto transmission was a horrible match for the 1st gen bmw mini. Our 2004 mini cooper transmissions come with a 1year warranty, free shipping and 30day money back guarantee. Mini cooper cvt transmission secondary pressure so. Wmw has done more cvt conversions than anyone and we have this down to a science. More than one vehicle quality recycled parts with free terminal shipping. I have a question on a 2004 mini cooper r50 5 speed. This service is typically done as part of a bigger, more expensive repair. This book contains 270 pages of full color projects detailing everything from performance modifications to changing your brake pads. While driving my car began to hesitate when going into gear. Mini cooper r50 cvt convert to 6 speeds manual gearbox. Does 2009 mini cooper s have cvt automatic transmission.
Drivetrain cooper s r53 mini cooper s automatic to manual conversion hi everyone. The transmission oil also helps to keep temperatures down inside your transmission. Is there any difference in that between the automatic transmission and. The long answer is yes, anything is possible with enough money. Cooper non s cvt to 6 speed getrag swap i am about to embark into the world of mini cooper.
But now that she has a street car, im down for one aseries powered bini and one chrysler powered bini in. This part is manufactured by one of the most trusted names in the. Mini cooper questions what is the maintanence difference. But ive heard some issues with automatic transmission being time bomb, especially the cvt transmission. Iirc, the biggest issue with autotomanual is the electronics. Cvt to 6spd manual transmission conversion kit for r50 and r52 mini cooper non s with automatic trans. Mini cooper manual transmission fluid 1 liter for giken lsd. It is not a step by step description of all the possible combinations you may run into, but it gives a good overview. View online or download mini 2004 cooper s owners manual.
The final drivedifferential assembly is integral with the transmission housing and provides drive to the front. Mini cooper transmission fluid change cost estimate. Transmission fluid level check mini cooper 20022008 2004. Transmission fluid level check mini cooper 20022008. Check out the rebuilt mini cooper automatic transmission. Aftermarket value priced ratio sensor fork for the cvt automatic transmission. The rpms go all the way up, but the car will not go. Cvt to 6 speed getrag swap north american motoring. Access a large inventory of quality used 2004 mini cooper transmissions online. Ive converted transmission from cvt to manual gearbox 6 speed without any programming in ecu just do something in wiring. Mini cooper manual transmission and differential fluid. Read on for the most common problems and solutions.
What is the maintanence difference between the automatic and manual transmissions on mini cooper s. Washerwiper system 50 cruise control 52 everything under control. Mini cooper cvt transmission adaptation how to perform. So if you have a dead cvt trans and are wanting to convert it to a manual but not shipping your car to us in atlanta you will need us to reprogram your mini after you swap out all the parts. Cvt to 6 speed getrag swap north american motoring quote. How do i check the gearbox oil level on a 2004 mini, i. The worst complaints are transmission failure, power train. Mini setting new standards yet again both the mini cooper and mini cooper s carry signature mini design cues. Note the location of the part number sticker for reference. Dump it fast, and learn how to use a manual transmission, get a manual transmissioned mini. I build porsche and bmw, so my 16 year old daughter decided that she. Drivetrain r53 mini cooper s automatic to manual conversion. The engine should be running when you check the transmission fluid dipstick on a 2004 mini cooper s 1. The mini hatch also known as mini cooper, mini one, or simply the mini, is a threedoor or five door hatchback first introduced in late 2000, with a second generation launched in 2006 and a third generation model launched in 2014.
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