Learn about this problem, why it occurs, and how to fix it. Download your free pdf file of the 2002 mini cooper on our comprehensive online database of automotive owners manuals. The front mounted transverse configuration was a major design challenge when it came to the length of the enginegearbox unit. Car complaints, car problems and defect information latest news. My daughters 2002 mini cooper with the tiptronic automatic transmission just. Buyers guide for the 20022006 r50 generation mini cooper. Fuel filler neck 02 s fuel filler door 06 cooper side skirts 06 cooper hub caps for 15 steelies rear calipers 02 s door glass 02 passenger side glass is out of. It seems that as soon as the transmission does not feel as though it is shifting properly or the clutch operation feels odd, both diyers and professional shops often claim that its time for a new clutch. That, coincidentally, was starting money for the sixspeed manual cooper s which also included in its equipment list 16inch alloys and leather trim. Mini cooper 5 speed transmission midlands mini mania.
This part is manufactured by one of the most trusted names in the. I have a 2004 mini cooper with an automatic transmission. Problems with the automatic transmissions were a notorious problem for these cars. 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. I have a 2002 mini cooper with a damaged cvt trans. The transmission is only 20k miles old, all the other gears work fine with no pop outs or grinding. Sudden failure of the manual 5 speed transmission causing car to. Just a reminder that this discussion was created specifically for mini cooper owners to share their vehicle problems, and hopefully find solutions. Mini cooper midlands 5 speed manual transmission problems. Five problems related to manual transmission have been reported for the 2002 mini cooper. The 2002 mini cooper has 11 nhtsa complaints for the power train. Get the best deals on manual transmission parts for mini cooper when you shop. Mini cooper manual transmission and differential fluid.
I have found no information indicating that the generation 2, 6speed. Manual transmission problem north american motoring. Mini cooper transmission replacement maintenancerepairs. Stock problemsissues manual transmission problem okay i have.
The bmw cooper s comes with a sixspeed getrag manual or from the 2005 model year onwards a fully automatic transmission with paddle shifters. Messages that are not in line with these goals will only clutter this board making it difficult for owners to discussresolve their mini cooper problems. Diagnosing symptoms of a bad manual transmission axleaddict. The 2002 mini cooper has 3 nhtsa complaints for the power train. Manual transmission parts for 2002 mini cooper for sale ebay. Find 2002 mini cooper recalls information, reported by the nhtsa, and we will help you find a nearby service center where you can get your car fixed.
Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 mini cooper based on all problems reported for the 2002 cooper. Dec 23, 2014 one of the most commonly misdiagnosed automotive faults is apparent manual transmission clutch problems. On 2002 mini cooper models equipped with the manual transmission, shift cable is responsible for connecting the gearshift lever in the vehicle interior to the. The minis manual transmission has two plugs for filling and emptying the. One of the first things that you should check on a mini that is having problems shifting is the level of the transmission oil. Mini cooper transmission 5speed midlands manual oem gen1 20022004. Manual trans input shaft seal corteco 23117518633 fits 2002 2008 mini cooper. The 2003 mini cooper has 11 nhtsa complaints for the power train. The automatic transmission had major problems and the manual transmission was weak. In an automatic car, there is no gear shift or clutch pedal. How to mini cooper prt 1 stiff gear shift difficulty centralising. No reverse manual,it is a stupid car and exxxx pensive foolish engineering car. The engine and transmission is not for sale and will not be parted due to us swapping it into the cooper.
A common problem that a lot of 20022006 mini cooper owners have experienced is a failed cvt transmission, even with considerably low. Our 2002 mini cooper transmissions come with a 1year warranty, free shipping and 30day money back guarantee. 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. 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. Jan 21, 2019 manual transmission problems can develop due to high mileage, abuse, or lack of proper maintenance. Manual transmission parts for mini cooper for sale ebay. Get reliability information for the 2009 mini cooper from consumer reports. Timelaps of a mini r50 2001 2004 midland gearbox rebuild at ben van leeuwen. My car is a 2002 mini cooper base, and i cant get into 5th or reverse.
The early manual transmission and cvt automatic transmission. My first mini, got home after driving on the highway for miles from. I am faced with large repairs to correct the problem. Connected to pin 3, 4 and 10 on block c of the boost radio. Noise in some or all gears difficult to shift into reverse. Mini cooper owners have reported 4 problems related to manual transmission floor shifter under the power train category. Access a large inventory of quality used 2002 mini cooper transmissions online. Used mini cooper with manual transmission for sale cargurus. As the name suggestions, the process of gear changing is done without any need for user input. Cvt transmission failure the haus independent mini cooper. Sep 27, 2017 inside a mini cooper 6 speed getrag transmission. Im not comfortable replacing it with a used transmission as i have learned that this is a common problem for this model. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Most manual transmission issues originate not with the transmission itself, but from related components like the clutch assembly, linkage, or driveline.
Mini cooper shift cable replacement r50r52r53 20012006. The bmw mini one and bmw mini cooper are available with a continuously variable transmission or with a conventional getrag fivespeed manual transmission. There are reports of the electric door locks malfunctioning. I have been told the differential is going out and the transmission has to be replaced.
Mini cooper standard transmission with 6speed getrag 285 transmission 2002, manual transmission input shaft repair sleeve by national. Bmw and mini how to diagnose clutch problems, worn out disc. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of mini cooper based on all problems reported for the cooper. Get the best deals on manual transmission parts for 2002 mini cooper when you. The worst complaints are electrical, accessories interior, and seat belts air bags problems. Tap the to learn more about the most common 2002 mini cooper problems. Mini cooper manual transmission floor shifter problems.
Premature wear and throw out bearing failure were quite common. There are more schedules for this cable, but the one above does work for me. 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. Automatic transmission problems of the 2002 mini cooper. Our list of 8 known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your 2002 mini cooper. I am attempting to rebuild it as cheaply as possible and ill show how i do it. I am having a problem with my 2002 mini cooper, it is experiencing problems with the transmission and it has been in the service department in three separate occasion totallying 54 days, the last time that it was in the service department it was 40 days. There are reports of premature clutch wear on cars equipped with manual transmissions.
Service recommend for sealed for life transmissions. 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. Search used mini cooper with manual transmission for sale nationwide. How to mini cooper prt 1 stiff gear shift difficulty centralising problem sorted. Mini cooper 2002, manual transmission shift cable by genuine. Final drive needed to be replaced and the transmission was messed. One main symptom is the transmission lurches into gear at.
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