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 minibmw fluid. More than one vehicle ships with 90 day part replacement warranty. In some cases, it can be comparatively subtle, perhaps as a slightly rough shift up or down, but in others they may experience loud bumping and rattling that makes them feel as if their car is about to come apart. Advance auto parts has 7 different automatic transmission fluid for your vehicle, ready for shipping or instore pick up. The mini cooper manual made by getrag, is an amazing transmission. The fundamental difference between a cvt and a conventional automatic transmission is the cvt has no gear sets other than reverse. Aug, 2008 the mini cooper manual made by getrag, is an amazing transmission. Access a large inventory of quality used 2004 mini cooper transmissions online. Bmw mini cooper r50 automatic gearbox transmission oil cooler line pipe 1503092.
Manual transmission parts for mini cooper for sale ebay. Classic mini 19592000 automatic to manual conversion basic. Jun 03, 2014 the allnew, thirdgeneration 2014 mini cooper threedoor hatchbacknow called hardtop by mini sports a longer nose, a new 1. Aug 29, 2016 2002 mini cooper cvt transmission removal part 1 duration. Mini 19592000 automatic to manual conversion basic information. The rpms go all the way up, but the car will not go. Here we list the pros and cons of a manual versus an automatic transmission and. Squirreled away on its main website since 2011 is a little tongueincheek section devoted to getting manualshifting newbies gliding from gear to. Like many modern automatic transmissions, mini has stated the fluid in the 6speed automatic transmission is good for the life of the vehicle. Im wondering if 2009 s model has cvt transmsission, or if i should be aware of any known problems. 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.
Toyota jws 3309type tiv, vag g055025a2, ford wssm2c924a semisynthetic for automatic transmissions. New valeo clutch, flywheel,throwout bearing kit new 6spd trans cv axles used manual. The manual transmission base cars arent available yet but i did drive the new automatic, and its really a great unit with the paddle shifter. Many mini cooper drivers have complained of these issues with the transmission. Manual transmission clutch start switch by beck arnley. Get the best deals on manual transmission parts for mini cooper when you shop the largest online selection at. Dump it fast, and learn how to use a manual transmission, get a manual transmissioned mini. Wmw has done more cvt conversions than anyone and we have this down to a science.
What should you do when youre stuck with an automatic transmission on your vintage muscle car. While driving my car began to hesitate when going into gear. Complete auto transmissions for mini cooper for sale ebay. Mini owners and service manual access your manual mini usa. New valeo clutch, flywheel,throwout bearing kit new 6spd trans cv axles used manual clutchbrake pedal. Drivetrain r53 mini cooper s automatic to manual conversion. The worst manual mini sells is still better than an auto. More expensive models like the bmw m3, the porsche 911, and the jaguar. With the decision just announced that mini will be switching from the midland r65 5speed in the current cooper to a new 5speed getrag transmission i thought id offer some background information on why the midland unit was chosen originally.
Mini cooper transmission swap from auto to manualhow. Bmw offered an smg sequential manual gearbox transmission in 1997, which. But ive heard some issues with automatic transmission being time bomb, especially the cvt transmission. Transmission fluid leaks on the road or in your driveway are red flags that demand attention. Some vehicles come with several transmission choices and could be very confusing. If you are talking about a real manual transmission with manual shift and clutch then the clutch may also need to be connected to the computer. I found a 2002 mini cooper for sale with a broken transmissionproblem is its an autoim a sporty girl and i love my manual carsso i was wondering just how much it would be to swap ithow much work would have to be done and how much you think itd cost on averagejust a guess pleaseid have to buy a transmission and it seems like they cost about the same. Those are not real mini s just a high priced bmw bring my wallet in a small package. Mini 2 door hardtop mini cooper, cooper s, jcw mini usa. Indicator and warning lamps warning triangle firstaid kit jumpstarting ignition lock starting the engine multifunction steering wheel mfl. Im not comfortable replacing it with a used transmission as i have learned that this is a common problem for this model.
Shortly thereafter the car would no longer go or go into gear. I have been told the differential is going out and the transmission has to be replaced. Use the cable that was in the automatic car and make sure you connect it to the gearbox before the new. I have found no information indicating that the generation 2. The main types of transmissions are automatic and manual.
Mini cooper transmission swap from auto to manualhow hard. Driving a stick, you feel a connection to your car that is difficult to reproduce with an. 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. May 10, 2010 i found a 2002 mini cooper for sale with a broken transmissionproblem is its an autoim a sporty girl and i love my manual carsso i was wondering just how much it would be to swap ithow much work would have to be done and how much you think itd cost on averagejust a guess pleaseid have to buy a transmission and it seems like they cost about the same, manual or auto. The origins of the mini cooper 5speed manual by mf staff 17 years ago with the decision just announced that mini will be switching from the midland r65 5speed in the current cooper to a new 5speed getrag transmission i thought id offer some background information on why the midland unit was chosen originally. 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.
However, many enthusiasts have discovered that changing the fluid every 50k miles not only helps the longevity of the transmission, but also smooths gear changes. The allnew, thirdgeneration 2014 mini cooper threedoor hatchbacknow called hardtop by minisports a longer nose, a new 1. There are many mini coopers available to choose from on gumtree, starting from as low as under. This excerpt comes from graham robsons new mini a book about the origins of the new mini and the development process. Also i agree 100% the new engine is much more refined than the old one in the base car i mean. The origins of the mini cooper 5speed manual motoringfile. Manual transmission 2003 mini cooper is a manual transmission every a sealed for life 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. Mini cooper questions i have a 2004 mini cooper with an. New listing mini cooper manual transmission 5 speed fits. Its a 6 speed manual vs the previous years 20022006 which were 5 speed manuals. If you are talking about a 6speed with electronic shifting steering paddles etc. Automatic transmission for 2006 mini cooper mini parts. Mini cooper tf60sn transmission repair, rebuild or. The 2014 mini cooper received an ncap safety rating of 45, which is a strong rating but just short of exceptional. 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. Cvt to 6spd manual transmission conversion kit for r50 and r52 mini cooper non s with automatic trans. Mini cooper transmission solenoids, sensors, switches. The worst complaints are gears wont engage, sputtering. Mini cooper 2006, automatic transmission manual shaft repair sleeve by national. Its a little know secret that the manual transmission in the jcw clubman and countryman which uses the version of the b48 that outputs 258 ft.
Renowned for its solid, crisp feel, the 6speed manual getrag gearbox helps deliver an exceptionally exhilarating drive and makes it easy to keep your mini in its peak powerband. You can connect an external audio device such as a cd or. 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. The automatic transmission used on minis from 20032006 is known as a constant velocity transmission or cvt. 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. While you cant easily turn a manual transmission in a car into an automatic.
When it comes to your mini cooper, you want parts and products from only trusted brands. This owners manual should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle. The 2007 mini cooper has 4 nhtsa complaints for the power train. It is not a step by step description of all the possible combinations you may run into, but it gives a good overview. For one hundred years, beckarnley has been providing premium oe quality parts for vehicles. Mini cooper automatic transmission fluid advance auto parts. Which is better for a mini cooper an automatic or manual. Those are not real minis just a high priced bmw bring my wallet in a small package.
Full part out of a running r56 mini, everything must go. Dont risk your vehicles performance instead, head to your neighborhood autozone when you have mini cooper automatic transmission repair needs. 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. Mini 19592000 automatic to manual conversion basic. The cooper, cooper s and john cooper works hardtop 2 door models feature the potent twinpower turbo punch of these awardwinning precision engines. A sevenspeed automatic transmission is standard in all but the jcw, which has an eightspeed automatic. 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. Cvt failures in the mini cooper are often associated with a faulty or failed internal belt. How to convert an automatic to manual transmission mobil. Jun 04, 2015 mini cooper transmission failure problems with the automatic transmissions were a notorious problem for these cars. Mini cooper transmission failure problems with the automatic transmissions were a notorious problem for these cars.
A sixspeed manual transmission is standard and a sixspeed automatic is available. Does 2009 mini cooper s have cvt automatic transmission. Our 2004 mini cooper transmissions come with a 1year warranty, free shipping and 30day money back guarantee. Cooper r50 automatic gearbox transmission oil cooler line pipe 1503092. Fits the following models with the automatic transmission. Get the best deals on manual transmission parts for mini cooper when. Transmission is different based on production dates and model cooper vs. Automatic to manual transmission swap cj pony parts. On sportier cooper s models, our sixspeed steptronic sport automatic transmission comes with paddle shifters.
Service recommend for sealed for life transmissions. Beginning with motorcycle parts in 1914 and transitioning to import vehicles in the. The engine blocks of an automatic mini and a manual gearbox mini are not interchangeable. Mini cooper transmission replacement maintenancerepairs. The front mounted transverse configuration was a major design challenge when it came to the length of the enginegearbox unit. What about pedals and the associated underdash linkage. According to the epa, the mini cooper hardtop gets up to 2940 mpg cityhighway, which is good for the class. This week weve got our hands on the cooper s with the sixspeed manual gearbox, which is connected to a twinscroll turbocharged 2. Swapping to a stick in a vintage car is generally a straightforward operation. Used mini cooper s automatic for sale used cars gumtree. Is it possible to convert a car with a manual transmission to an. Please text with your inquiries at 2898383002 might fit any other mini cooper s. Jul 18, 2014 this week weve got our hands on the cooper s with the sixspeed manual gearbox, which is connected to a twinscroll turbocharged 2.
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