This sound alone is one of the most distinguishable characteristics of a r53 mini cooper s. If your replacing the supercharger or have the intake manifold off for any reason this is your chance to replace it. Replacing these mini cooper parts before a leak is found can save you hundreds of dollars on labor and repair costs. The stock mini cooper crank pulley on both the cooper s and the normal cooper also serve as a vibration damper.
In march 2012, a recall was issued for mini r56 cooper s vehicles that that were in production up to january 2011. The crank pulley itself is what drives the supercharger, water pump, etc. Mini cooper water pump pulley factory replacement r55 thru r60. Water pump pulleys posted in problems, questions and technical. April 2012 bmw is recalling certain model year 2011 5series, 5series gran turismo, model year 2012 6series convertible, 7series, x5 sav, and x6 sav vehicles equipped with 8 or 12cylinder, turbocharged, engines because the circuit board for the electric auxiliary water pump can overheat. The power steering pump on the mini is one of those items that seems to have a bad reputation. Automotive free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Cooper power steering pump mini cooper radiator fan mini cooper repair manual mini cooper. If this friction wheel goes bad the water pump wont turn or the belt for the alternator and ac will break and the mini cooper can overheat causing much more damage. The water pump pulley has a rubber friction surface that is driven by the friction wheel red arrow. It should stay with the vehicle when sold to provide the next owner with important operating. In talking to many mini owners, it seems that this is one of the more common items to fail on the car. Updated mini usa announces water pump recall affecting.
It is necessary to check clearance between the large pulley and the head. Water pump and thermostat housing leak if your mini cooper has over 50,000 miles you should consider. Buy genuine mini cooper auto parts online discount mini. If you have heard horror stories about changing the serpentine belt on your mini cooper, make sure that you arent listening to owners of a 1st generation cooper. Check to make sure it isnt leaking weve seen it before. This part functions as the center of the cooling system, and it is necessary for a functioning engine, because otherwise it will overheat and cool air will come from the heater. I know the deal with replacing a timing belt and water pump together. Bear in mind that the manual may contain information on accessories and equipment that you have not specified for your own vehicle. Is this necessary to complete the water pump replacement, or does it just make the job more easy. The 1st gen mini owner s guides did not even show the location and procedure for checking the fluid. Mini cooper for sale garden structures online store. This is an original mini part with a 2yr parts and labor warranty from mini. How to r56 drivetrain diy water pump replacement north.
How to install performance supercharger pulley mod mini cooper 20022005. How to replace mini cooper water pump 200720 r56 non. If your engine cooling system is in need of repair, dont compromise the performance and safety of your car with suspect, offbrand replacement parts from the local auto. If you are lucky enough to have the s version the dealer will cover the vacuum pump under the california emission warranty which is 7 years or 70,000 miles, whichever comes first. The friction wheel assembly engages the water pump as your mini warms up. A new pump is the solution, but replacing it can be frustrating, unless preparation is taken. Water pump pulley factory replacement r555657 mini mania. Jan 24, 2018 the first place to check is the level of power steering fluid.
Oh and another for doing a simple oil and filter service. If your mini cooper auto has more than 50,000 miles, autohausaz recommends you replace its water pump and thermostat. Further reduction of cavitation is achieved by using a large diameter water pump pulley cam6408 as originally fitted to the cooper s and reintroduced on the aplus engines. In contrast to the water pump drive off the supercharger, the nonsupercharged mini cooper uses a more conventional water pump setup. By 2002, mini mania was hot and heavy into selling mini parts online all over the world. Instantly find used mini cooper parts and purchase used auto parts, engines, transmissions and body parts for your vehicle. If something seems different, let us know and share your info to help other users.
The procedure to do the 2nd generation is a lot different, and easier, than how to do it on earlier generation cars. Youll get the vehiclespecific info you need, along with a ton of supporting info and resources to help you fix your cooper countryman and other vehicles as well. This owners manual describes the entire array of options and equipment that the manufacturer of your mini makes available with a specific model range. The pump body is constructed of plastic with a metal pulley flange. Audi parts bmw parts jaguar parts land rover parts mercedes benz parts mini cooper parts porsche parts saab parts volvo parts vw parts. Following is a breakdown of the labor and parts estimates. Cooper water pumps best water pump for mini cooper.
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Mini cooper coolant leak, thermostat to water pump pipe. Do you have questions or want to add to the article. Symptoms of a bad or failing water pump pulley yourmechanic. I instruct mini usa, a division of bmw of north america, llc to provide my information to an authorized mini dealership. Typically, this requires removal of the crankshaft pulley, timing belt covers, and timing. Mini cooper d n47 engine bimmer owners club bmw forum for. Choose top quality brands api, airtex, beck arnley, carquest, contitech, diy solutions, febi, gmb.
Mini factory replacment pulley and related parts for the water pump on your 2nd generation mini cooper and cooper s models including r56 hardtop r55 clubman r57. Does this mean the fan spins faster meaning better cooling. Repairsurge covers the following production years for the mini cooper countryman. We have thousands of partner locations across the united states, and our goal is to make your experience the best it can be when you purchase a used auto part, car part, or truck part. How to change manual transmission oil mini cooper r53 r56. Or, click here to view all available manual transmission fluids. Used 2009 mini cooper clubman for sale near you edmunds. Get a free battery charging and engine diagnostic testing while you are in store. Congratulations on your new mini this owner s manual should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle. If your mini coopers engine overheats you can have an expensive repair bill. To remove slack in the lap portion, pull up a bit on the shoulder belt. I am thinking i will need to replace the pump but all the pumps seem to come without the pulley and it looks to be near impossible to remove.
The manufacturer of your mini is the bayerische motoren werke aktiengesellschaft, bmw ag. I didnt see the thread until now and i cant find the info in our libraries owners manual. Warning about bleeding all the air out of the cooling system and making sure there are no air pockets or leaks. Getting started seat belt be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly. In these vehicles, dissolved plastic additives in the coolant pump for the exhaust turbocharger may cause a short circuit. Jan 11, 2016 typically this system runs for years with routine service and maintenance including replacing fan belts, water pump belts and flushing the radiator fluid. For 20072015 mini cooper water pump pulley genuine 26641xk 2009 2008 2010 2011.
The owner s manual and general information about mini, for example on technology, are available on the internet. Heard about awesome products and great customer service. Jan, 2016 like any other mechanical device, they will produce a few warning signs of wearing out, so that car owners can contact a local ase certified mechanic to replace the water pump before additional engine components are damaged. The contact stated while driving approximately 40, the engine light illuminated. Affiliate link mentioned in the video for bmw 82141467704 grey. The book contains 240 pages of full color projects detailing everything from performance mods to changing your brake pads. I got the water pump, pulley, belt and thermostat at advanced auto parts. The supercharger is music to any cooper s owner s ears. Supercharger pulley is off now and new one fitted, i used the alta pulley clamp and made my own pulley puller from a flat piece of steel and a large nut and bolt, its very effective, i didnt damage the original pulley at all. May 18, 2015 both cooper and cooper s models are equipped with these. The integrated owner s manual can be displayed on the control display.
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By submitting this form i understand that mini usa, a division of bmw of north america, llc may contact me with offers or information about their products and. You are currently viewing our boards as a guest which gives you limited access to view most discussions, articles and photo galleries. Mini cooper crank pulley mini cooper parts and mini. The mini owner s manual does not even mention the power steering system as part of a fluid check regimen. 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. Hot wheels mini cooper super rare us olympic committee 2012 rlc moc. The bentley repair manual for your given bmw or mini will assist in diagnosing a cooling system leak. Mini cooper s water pump flange o rings replacement w out removing supercharger.
Thousands of minis and mini coopers recalled cbs news. Common oil leaks for mini cooper the haus independent. Mini recalling certain cooper s and jcw models over water. If you pull it, the friction gear will move away from the crankshaft pulley and the water pump pulley allowing you to spin it freely. Mini safety recalls recall lookups by vin mini usa. While this is not a true buyers guide for mini cooper models we do cover some great info to be aware of when shopping. Once the pump wears out, engine failure is imminent.
How to replace the water pump on a 2009 mini cooper n12. You can maintain circulation and temperature with one of our replacement water pumps. Buy discount mini cooper parts online at autohausaz today. However, one of the more common mechanical parts that can fail sooner than later is the water pump pulley. Remove coolant pump pulley fasteners, then remove the pulley. Mini cooper r56 water pump replacement 20072011 pelican. If this is not the exact engine water pump pulley aluminum. We took the pulley off the water pump by removing the 3 10mm bolts that. Whether youre looking for the best performance car parts and accessories to upgrade your ride or searching for compatible replacement parts to use on your diy vehicle repair project, auto parts warehouse has all your auto related needs. Rockauto ships auto parts and body parts from over 300 manufacturers to customers doors worldwide, all at warehouse prices. Mini cooper water pump replacement without removing. All other videos show removing headlamp, cross beams, engine mounts, pipe.
This service is typically done as part of a bigger, more expensive. How to change manual transmission oil mini cooper r53. Bmw will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Symptoms of a bad or failing water pump yourmechanic advice. Oct 21, 2018 this procedure should work on just about any 20022018 or later mini cooper with a manual gearbox. Mini cooper n12 n14 special engine timing tool kit r55 r56. Mini cooper clubman water pump replacement cost estimate. Mini cooper s r56 water pump replacement coolant pump diy duration. Recently serviced the supercharger, replaced water pump and thermostat housing, replaced the timing chain tensioner as preventative maintenance, changed oil and idler pulley. How to change the oil in a r53 mini cooper supercharger the beautiful whining as you press the accelerator to the floor.
Get the best deals on water pumps for mini cooper when you shop the largest online selection at. I have a 2004 mini cooper s and am trying to take off the stock harmonic balancer, which is damaged and replace it with an alta 2% pulley. The r55565759 mini models cooper, clubman, convertible and roadster in base, s and jcw use engine variants that have a plastic coolant transfer pipe that runs from the thermostat on the left side of the engine to the water pump housing right side of engine, along the rear of the engine, under the intake manifold. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your abdomen. Mini recalling certain cooper s and jcw models over water pump. On these cars, the water pump is driven directly off the serpentine belt by a pulley. Challenger srt8 2012, challenger srt8, 2012 challenger srt8. One of the most difficult steps in the removal of the pump is simply accessing the bolts securing it in place, which are often hidden by the water pumps pulley, which is itself difficult to remove. This original water pump is driven by the drive off the back of the supercharger. Me too, richard unfortunately, i didnt manage to get the crank pulley off so my mini is still on axel stands on the drive. Should have done this when i had the scharger off, but oh well. This procedure should work on just about any 20022018 or later mini cooper with a manual gearbox. Bmw engine water pump pulley aluminum 11511436590 uro. Mini cooper serpentine belt replacement cost estimate.
Get reliability information for the 2012 bmw x5 from consumer reports, which combines extensive survey data and expert technical knowledge. Today we continue to lead in mini cooper, sprite, midget and morris minor parts as more and more mini coopers fill the roads and classic minis become showstopping remodels, mini mania remains a technical source for all mini cooper parts and problems. Your online mini cooper countryman repair manual lets you do the job yourself and save a ton of money. Aug 26, 20 bmw and mini losing coolant but no leaks low coolant. Mini owners and service manual access your manual mini usa. Buying a used 20022006 mini cooper things to look for. Tensioner friction wheel for the water pump on r55 r56 r57 r58 r59 r60 r61 mini cooper and cooper s with n14 or n18 engine. Bmw and mini losing coolant but no leaks low coolant. Harmonic balancer removal problem mini cooper parts and. Uro parts is our continued partner in keeping the vehicles of loyal owners on the road. The procedure for replacing the water pump on the nonsupercharged mini is a bit different. The stock pulley is one of the first things mini cooper s owners replace to increase the performance of their car. Now according to alldatapro, the service manual calls for over 5.
Additionally, damage to the shaft bearing will cause a. Integrated owner s manual in the vehicle the integrated owner s manual specifically describes features and functions found in the vehicle. The water pump on any vehicle uses a system of belts and pulleys to operate. Weve gathered a cross section of great information to help when buying a used or new mini as well as shopping for parts and accessories for the correct mini cooper generation model you have.
Mini cooper water pump replacement lawsuit preliminarily. Mini cooper forum since 2001 join our mini cooper forums to talk about your new mini. Nobody autozone, oreillys, etc has the correct pulley puller that will work. Here are some buying links for getting the water pump, you can also get whatever. To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. In this article, i will go over the steps required to remove the old pump and replace it with a new one.
Jun 29, 2016 this article applies to the mini cooper 200720. When you ordered your mini, you chose various items of equipment. Remove the pump fasteners, and remove the pump from the engine block. Today i removed the sea water pump to find my 2 week old impeller change it annually in pieces and the bearings that hold the axle, pulley, and impeller destroyed. Carefully take a small 10 mm wrench and undo the three bolts holdng the pulley onto the pump. I understand that an authorized bmw dealership may contact me with offers or information about their products and services. Welcome to north american motoring, the north american mini community of owners and enthusiasts. Smooth driving depends on the 2012 mini cooper water pump. This cooper s pulley is an oversized casting designed for total reliability and the larger diameter will slow down the water pump at higher rpm. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the turbo charger and the water pump needed to be replaced. Replace the water pump on a nonturbo generation 2 mini 200720, clubman to 2014, countryman to 2016. Jan 10, 2015 buying a used 20022006 mini cooper things to look for gen 1 r50 r53.
Bmw 5series recall information bmw recalls and problems. My dealer is telling me that i still need to replace the water pump at 100k miles. Updated mini usa announces water pump recall affecting 89,000 by db 8 years ago jan 15, 12 53 updated with detailed information in perhaps the largest recall ever announced, mini usa is recalling every cooper s and jcw model sold from 2007 to 2011. Mini factory replacment pulley and related parts for the water pump on your. Mini cooper r50 water pump replacement r50 20012006. Probably been asked before, but ive noticed that my old 1275 had a smaller pulley on the water pump than the 998 i had and looking at other cars its the same. This should be done any time one checks the engine oil. Owners may contact bmw customer service at 18005257417. Page 4 md player, see separate owner s manual mechanical key 22 mfl multifunction steering wheel 18 microfilter 66, 69 mini disc player, see separate owner s manual mini maintenance system 93 oil change intervals, see service mini manufacturer 6 and warranty booklet us. Replacement mini cooper s water pump comes with new oring. Choose from our vast selection of mini cooper parts and accessories to keep your vehicle in tip top shape.