Water leak from rear view mirror (and surrounding area)?
Hi all, I have a 2003 MINI Cooper S R53. When it rains I have a water leak coming from the Rear View Mirror and the surrounding area (also coming from by the module for the remote/central locking). The...
View ArticleTowbar Electrics - OEM
Somewhat annoyed to discover that Mini have not included all of the wiring in the 13-pin loom on our 2011 Countryman All4 Cooper SD. Pins 10 & 11 are blank on the car but should have the 12v...
View ArticleHas anyone replaced the inboard half shaft boot?
Hi everyone, I've been searching unsuccessfully for thread about this. I have a 2003 MC with a CVT. It has 118,000 miles on it. I have had it since new 10 years ago. A couple of months ago while...
View Article2003 Mini Cooper service
Hi guys after some help, Going to replace the following on my other halves mini, Oil and filter, Valvoline 5W30 Fully synthetic Spark plugs Air filter Radiator and coolant I've seen most of the parts...
View ArticleHELP ERROR P0123 and P1229
Hi, After modifying the trottle body to 63mm, in my Cooper S R53 on the first connecting gives an error of P0123 - trottle body/pedal position sensor switch "A" circuit hight and error P1229 - trottle...
View ArticleNormal heat from turbo?
Hi everyone - After 120k happy miles, I just traded in my 2002 MC for a new 2013 MCS. Being new to the S and its turbo, I'd like to ask: is it normal for the bonnet / hood above the intake to remain...
View ArticleFront speaker replace R53 (adaptors etc)
My front speakers have finally blown and i need to replace them. Do i just buy a pair of adaptors and then purchase any 6" speakers? If so could i run into the problem of the rear of the speaker...
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New Mini Cooper S Owner (but not new to minis!)
Hi all, Thought I'd introduce myself and my new mini from up here in not so sunny Middlesbrough. It's a Laser Blue Cooper S with a fair few extras. I'm not new to minis as I owned a classic a few years...
View Articlescan gauge 2
1. What kind of info can i derive from the car if i purchase a scan gauge 2? 2. Will it read CEL errors? 3. What is the best place to place it in the interior of my car? 4. Where from can i purchase it...
View ArticleQuick question - audio
Hello everyone, I would like to know if there is a way to not just lower the volume but actually turn off the gong alert chime noise. It isn't just the seatbelt- but rather the door, headlights and key...
View ArticleHams Hall Engine Plant
Saw this from an Australian source: MINI cars, maxi plans - motoring.com.au from which it seems that there is a question mark over the Hams Hall Engine Plant. Anyone know if this is more than just a...
View ArticleMINI Undercarriage Tech Session - Peabody, MA
The Boston chapter of the BMW CCA has organized a MINI undercarriage tech session at MINI of Peabody on Wednesday, August 7th. Please see this site for more information and registration details: Boston...
View ArticleHigh pressure fuel pump UK/USA differences
I'm a UK owner of a R56 MCS, and the high pressure fuel pump failed out of warranty. Mechanic at the garage told me it was a very common problem. Anyway, I paid £450 to get it replaced at the main...
View ArticleWater leak
Chaps, My 2002 R53 has a sunroof. A week ago, we had lots of heavy rain and after work i noticed that my rear seat was damp in the corner of the passenger side. The water seems to be coming through the...
View ArticleDRL'S for COUNTRYMAN cOOPER S
Chris, Are DRL's available for my Countryman, if so at what cost? Brian H
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scan gauge 2
1. What kind of info can i derive from the car if i purchase a scan gauge 2? 2. Will it read CEL errors? 3. What is the best place to place it in the interior of my car, and are there any pics to see?...
View ArticleEngine noisey on tickover - normal?
Hi there, I've been looking for a couple of weeks for my next car, a Mini cooper S is the front runner, I'm more of less set on one. I've looked at plenty online, called and emailed about many of them,...
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Leather Interior Identification
Trying to get a Scuffmaster kit for my 2003 MCS to touch up a few scratches on the drivers bolster but I'm not sure which upholstery I have. There's a dealer print out in the folder that says...
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