Jun 26, 2016 the long answer is yes, anything is possible with enough money. What you see below is a previous search for a mini cooper cooper transmission and does not. Dexron vibmw 7045enissan matic d, j, lt 71141, jws3309ford mercon v, mb236. May 10, 2010 the 2006 mini cooper s with automatic came with a 6speed automatic in canada. Manual transmission parts for mini cooper for sale ebay. Mini cooper r50 cvt convert to 6 speeds manual gearbox. The auto was released to motorists as a sporty variant of the first model produced by mini. 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. The classic mini coopers with automatic transmissions have unique engine blocks you cant just swap out the blocks from one to the other the whole power unit must go.
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. 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 2005, automatic transmission manual shaft repair sleeve by national. The 2003 mini cooper has 11 nhtsa complaints for the power train. Full part out of a running r56 mini, everything must go. The earlier model bmws are relatively straight forward to convert from an automatic transmission to a manual transmission. I just recently purchased a 2002 mini cooper off of craigslist. The cooper came with the cvt up to 2005 and i believe, swapped to the 6speed auto in 2006 i may be wrong here. Those are not real mini s just a high priced bmw bring my wallet in a small package. Our 2004 mini cooper transmissions come with a 1year warranty, free shipping and. Many mini cooper drivers have complained of these issues with the transmission. 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. More than one vehicle ships with 90 day part replacement warranty. This part is manufactured by one of the most trusted names in the automotive industry to keep your vehicle perform.
I had it about a month and then the transmission just went out unexpectedly while i was driving. Note the location of the part number sticker for reference. 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. Mini cooper questions i have a 2004 mini cooper with an. I guess i should have done more research, because apparently this is a common problem. Mini cooper r55, r56, r57 20072011 radiator support service position placement diy repair duration.
This diagnostic guide will help guide you through troubleshooting issues with the continuously variable automatic transmission, which 1st generation mini coopers are equipped with. Bmw automatic to 5speed transmission conversion bavarian. Im not comfortable replacing it with a used transmission as i have learned that this is a common problem for this model. Its a 6 speed manual vs the previous years 20022006 which were 5 speed manuals. I found a 2002 mini cooper for sale with a broken transmission problem is its an auto im 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. Whether you need mini cooper 4speed, 5speed, 6speed automatic or manual transmission or transfer case. The rally edition was a mini canada thing only which amounted mostly to be a loaded up mini cooper s and some sticker to commemorate targa newfoundland. Needless to say, this speedy auto with excellent road capabilities and uptodate technologies has drawn much attention and managed to become popular.
I have a 2004 mini cooper with an automatic transmission. Passat 5 speed manual trans conversion very few passats came with a manual transmission here in usa, and no passat tdis came with manual transmission. Mini automatic to manual conversion basic information. I have been told the differential is going out and the transmission has to be replaced. Mini cooper 200711, mini cooper s 200711 drive axle replacement. First check the transmission fluid level to be sure it is correct. What you see below is a previous search for a mini cooper cooper transmission and does not include all the transmissions in your area. The fundamental difference between a cvt and a conventional automatic transmission is the cvt has no gear sets other than reverse. Shortly thereafter the car would no longer go or go into gear. Those are not real minis just a high priced bmw bring my wallet in a small package.
Without any exaggeration, the mini cooper is the bestknown automobile designed, made and sold by the globally famous english automaker. Mini cooper transmission failure problems with the automatic transmissions were a notorious problem for these cars. Mini cooper transmission replacement maintenancerepairs. Complete auto transmissions for mini cooper for sale ebay. 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. Mar 18, 2010 the earlier model bmws are relatively straight forward to convert from an automatic transmission to a manual transmission.
Our network of salvage yards offers high quality mini cooper auto or truck transmissions with low mileage, great warranty and best customer service. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of mini cooper based on all problems reported for the cooper. It is not a step by step description of all the possible combinations you may run into, but it gives a good overview. Weve converted bunches of the jetta, golfs and beetles to manual trans so we were well equipped to do our first passat conversion. Mini owners and service manual access your manual mini usa. The front mounted transverse configuration was a major design challenge when it came to the length of the enginegearbox unit. Gearbox swap here we go through the steps to convert a mki mini van from an automatic gearbox to a manual gearbox. Passat 5 speed manual trans conversion kansas city tdi. 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. Buy used mini cooper transmission from our network that offers up to a twoyear warranty on qualified units. Transmission, we specialize in repairing all types of transmissions, including. While driving my car began to hesitate when going into gear. Our 2004 mini cooper transmissions come with a 1year warranty, free shipping and 30day money back guarantee. Mini cooper transmission swap from auto to manualhow.
We have gathered a wide collection of quality and durable auto parts that will help you keep your fourwheelfriend always ready for action. Also i agree 100% the new engine is much more refined than the old one in the base car i mean. The automatic transmission used on minis from 20032006 is known as a constant velocity transmission or cvt. Dump it fast, and learn how to use a manual transmission, get a manual transmissioned mini. Service recommend for sealed for life transmissions. Mini cooper transmission swap from auto to manual how. Our digital shop is always ready to offer customers clutch flywheels, clutch friction discs and other mini cooper transmission parts from the major names in the industry. Like many modern automatic transmissions, mini has stated the fluid in the 6speed automatic transmission is good for the life of the vehicle. Aug, 2008 the mini cooper manual made by getrag, is an amazing transmission. Hi i have 2004 mini cooper s manual i put in the gear but the car is not moving any help.
The most recently reported issues are listed below. Rodney from wholesale automatics explains what is involved in converting a vehicle from manual to automatic something that is becoming more popular with some of the. A sevenspeed automatic transmission is standard in. Read on for the most common problems and solutions. Which is better for a mini cooper an automatic or manual. We carry a wideranging catalog of used mini transmissions for all.
Ive converted transmission from cvt to manual gearbox 6 speed without any programming in ecu just do something in wiring. How to change 6 speed automatic transmission fluid. 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. Used mini cooper transmission automatic transmissions.
This tech article shows you how to replace the manual transmission fluid on r56 mini cooper and cooper s models. The long answer is yes, anything is possible with enough money. Mini cooper manual transmission floor shifter problems. Jun 04, 2015 mini cooper transmission failure problems with the automatic transmissions were a notorious problem for these cars. We carry a wideranging catalog of used mini transmissions for all applications including gas and diesel engines. More than one vehicle quality recycled parts with free terminal shipping. 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. Parts list for mini cooper cvt to manual transmission conversion mini cooper 6 speed swap r50 transmission problems cvt to 6 speed getrag cvt to 5 speed getrag. Mini cooper owners have reported 4 problems related to manual transmission floor shifter under the power train category. 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.
Fits the following cooper nons models built 072004 or later 20052006 r50 mini cooper hatchback nons. Wmw has done more cvt conversions than anyone and we have this down to a science. Whether you need mini cooper 4speed, 5speed, 6speed automatic or manual transmission or transfer case we can help you find the best one for your vehicle. Recommended type of transmission oil for mini cooper. The rpms go all the way up, but the car will not go. Mini cooper shift cable replacement r50r52r53 20012006. The 2006 mini cooper s with automatic came with a 6speed automatic in canada. Toyota jws 3309type tiv, vag g055025a2, ford wssm2c924a semisynthetic for automatic transmissions. Access a large inventory of quality used 2004 mini cooper transmissions online. 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. I am faced with large repairs to correct the problem.
This page is dedicated to the understanding, repair and maintenance of the mini constant velocity transmission. Cvt to 6 speed conversation puget sound mini motoring. You could have someone completely replace the transmission, wiring harness, computer and all associated mounts and hardware to a more traditional automatic or manual transmission, but this would require quite a bit of custom work and would very quickly exceed the value of the car. Mini cooper tf60sn transmission repair, rebuild or. Mini cooper transmission swap from auto to manualhow hard. This howto will help you to swap your honda accords automatic transmission with a 5speed manual. 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. I have found no information indicating that the generation 2, 6speed. Jun 07, 2011 mini cooper r55, r56, r57 20072011 radiator support service position placement diy repair duration. Mini cooper s r56 2007present technical articles diy.
May 10, 2010 i found a 2002 mini cooper for sale with a broken transmission problem 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. We make use of a sophisticated computer diagnostics program and the knowledge and experience of our skilled team to provide you with transmission maintenance or even a transmission rebuild if necessary. 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. The mini cooper manual made by getrag, is an amazing transmission. These models would be 3series through 91, 5series through 88, 6series through 89, 7series through 87 and the 2002, bavaria and cs models.
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