2004 mini cooper 6 speed manual transmission fill plug

In this video, i changed the transmission fluid on a 2004 mini cooper s r53 with the 6 speed getrag mt285gs685 manual transmission transaxle. Mini cooper automatic transmission fluid change r50r52r53. Shown here are the two plugs for the transmission on a mini cooper with the 5 speed transmission. If your minis 6speed automatic transmission is shifting poorly, stop. The fill plug green arrow is above the drain plug yellow. Get the best deals on complete manual transmissions for mini cooper when you shop the largest online selection at. Aug 31, 2017 the oil mini uses in the getrag 6 speed manual transmission is supposed to be a lifetime fill. I have a set of oem black leather shifter boot and ebrake boot from an r56 mini cooper jcw these will fit all manual transmission mini cooper cars from 200720 they are in excellent shape without any rips or tears. Note that the location of the fill drain plugs are different on both the cooper and cooper s see figure 2 and figure 3 if you are simply checking the level of oil in your transmission, start by. How to change the manual transmission fluid of a 2003 mini cooper.

We carry a wideranging catalog of used mini transmissions for all applications including gas and diesel engines. The rpms go all the way up, but the car will not go. Shown here are the two plugs for the transmission on a mini cooper s with the 6 speed transmission. The fill plug green arrow is above the drain plug yellow arrow. Mini cooper r50 2002 2004 left and right shift cables manual trans kit genuine fits. Buy mini cooper 2004 cars and get the best deals at the lowest prices on ebay. I have a question on a 2004 mini cooper r50 5 speed tranny,the. Once all of the old fluid has drained, clean the plugs. While driving my car began to hesitate when going into gear. Get the best deals on manual transmission parts for mini cooper when.

The automatic used in all 1st gen cooper and european one hatchback and convertible models was a cvt. In this video, i changed the transmission fluid on a 2004 mini cooper s r53 with the 6 speed getrag mt285gs685 manual transmissiontransaxle. Later mini ones and coopers from july 2004 onwards were fitted with a stronger getrag 5 speed gearbox but all cooper s were always fitted with a 6 speed getrag box. How to change aisin 6 speed automatic transmission fluid north. Get detailed information on the 2004 mini cooper s including specifications and data that includes dimensions, engine specs, warranty, standard features, options, and more.

This book contains 270 pages of full color projects detailing everything from performance modifications to changing your brake pads. Our 2004 mini cooper transmissions come with a 1year warranty, free shipping and. Changing fluid in mini manual transaxle under car fluid. Oct 30, 2016 in this video, i changed the transmission fluid on a 2004 mini cooper s r53 with the 6 speed getrag mt285gs685 manual transmission transaxle. A mini factory replacement drain or fill plug for 5speed getrag gs552bg gearbox in the 0720042006 r50 mini cooper hatchback and 20052008 r53 mini. Complete manual transmissions for mini cooper for sale ebay. Get the best deals on manual transmission parts for mini cooper when you shop the largest online selection at. View and download mini 2004 cooper owners manual online. Great savings free delivery collection on many items. I am going to try to fill or change the gear oil but i just need to figure out which bolts to pull. The oil in the 6 speed getrag manual transmission of your mini cooper doesnt degrade anywhere near as fast as your engine oil, but if you want smooth shifts, you should change it occasionally.

The mini s manual transmission has two plugs for filling and emptying the transmission oil, located on the side and bottom of the transmission case. Redline mtl synthetic manual transmission fluid 1 qt share your own image. Mini cooper w11b16a engine 2004, automatic transmission fluid, 1 liter by febi. Original fill on 20022004 6spd manual transmissions is texaco mtf94. The cvt gearbox contains three plugs, one is used for draining, one is used for fill level and the other for fill only. Mini cooper questions i have a 2004 mini cooper with an. A safer bet is to change it yourself every 3050,000 miles. Jun 04, 2015 we put together 7 common problems we find with mini coopers to help you, the owner, understand what issues you may have while owning a mini cooper. In this video, i changed the transmission fluid on a 2004 mini cooper s r53 with the 6 speed getrag. This guide is primarily aimed at 20022006 mini cooper s models. Changed the transmission fluid on my 20 mini cooper today, i thought id post a quick howto for this job. Replace the bottom drain plug on the transmission, but dont tighten it too tightly 3250.

Choose top quality brands genuine, hutchinson, lemfoerder. This procedure should work on just about any 20022018 or later mini cooper with a manual gearbox. You should now be in clear view of the drain plug, circled red in the picture. The difference here is that the fill and drain plugs are on the opposite side of the transmission. We carry a wideranging catalog of used mini transmissions for all. How to change transmission fluid in the 6 speed manual. Even though there are several gear oils that meet these specs, it is not recommended to use regular gear oils in mini cooper transmissions as it.

Low prices on automatic transmission fluid for your mini cooper at advance auto parts. Mini cooper manual transmission and differential fluid. On the mini it is recommended that the oil fill takes place from the underside of the gearbox through the fill level plug. Fits the following models with the manual transmission 07 2004 2006 r50 mini cooper hardtop 20022006 r53 mini cooper s hardtop.

I have done lots of searching but still a little unsure of parts required and why. Car a rac presents recommended by manufacturers oil types. I have 4 manual22004, 22005 and 2 cvt autos 2008 i do not. Jul 27, 2012 check the applicable bentley or haynes repair manual for fill quantities on specific models. Mini cooper s jcw 6 speed manual transmission 20112016 23007594638 140 fits. So it looks like the mtf is the right recommendation up to 7 2004, but no recommendations after.

Early clutch failure is not uncommon on the 1st or 2nd gen mini cooper. Buy a 2004 mini cooper transmission mount at discount prices. Shortly thereafter the car would no longer go or go into gear. How to change manual transmission oil mini cooper r53 r56. Find aftermarket and oem parts online or at a local store near you.

If you kill the transmission because of bad fluid, thats the end of its lifetime. This article is one in a series that have been released in conjunction with pelican parts new book, how to maintain and modify your mini cooper. I have a 2004 mini cooper with an automatic transmission. Mini cooper automatic transmission fluid advance auto parts. Mini r53 manual transmission and differential fluid change. Buy used mini cooper transmission from our network that offers up to a twoyear warranty on qualified units. Esso jws3309 or equivalent agitronic 6speed manual transmission fluid capacity 1. This howto applies to all r56 minis, from 200720, and includes the mcs. Changing fluid in mini manual transaxle under car fluid changes. Buy a 2004 mini cooper manual trans differential bearing at discount prices. The worst complaints are transmission failure, power train. The oil mini uses in the getrag 6 speed manual transmission is supposed to be a lifetime fill. Manual transmission parts for mini cooper for sale ebay. Youll see a drain plug on the underside of the transmission.

Bmw diy manual transmission and differential fluid change. With the manual transmission, you get an immediate response. Mini cooper standard transmission with 5speed midland gear r65 transmission 2004, manual transmission input shaft repair sleeve by national. If youre looking to buy a cooper with an automatic youll want a 2nd gen mini r55 r59. Identify cvt or aisin transmission mini cooper forum. 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. A mini factory replacement drain or fill plug for 5 speed getrag gs552bg gearbox in the 07 2004 2006 r50 mini cooper hatchback and 20052008 r53 mini. Cvt failures in the mini cooper are often associated with a faulty or failed internal belt. The procedure for draining and refilling the transmission is identical. The early failure can occur on both the 5 speed and 6 speed models and can fail in under 20,000 miles. Access a large inventory of quality used 2004 mini cooper transmissions online. Redline mtl synthetic manual transmission fluid mini mania. How to change aisin 6 speed automatic transmission fluid the attached was. I am seriously considering doing a getrag 6 speed conversion.

A pump helps get the oil into the fill plug if you diy it. An automatic transmission wasnt available in the 1st gen cooper s until january 2005 builds. On a manual transmission case figure 2 there are both a fill plug and a drain plug. The fill plug is normally on the passenger side of the transmission case, near the middle of the side of the case. All cooper s have the fairly bulletproof 6 speed getrag gearbox. The super magnetic oil drain plug and washer for the cooper s getrag 6speed manual tranamission. Our 2004 mini cooper transmissions come with a 1year warranty, free shipping and 30day money back guarantee. I am faced with large repairs to correct the problem. Oem getrag 5speed transmission filldrain plug gen 1 mini. Fits the following models with the manual transmission. What you see below is a previous search for a mini cooper cooper transmission and does not include all the transmissions in your area. Manual transmission fluid change howto lone star mini club forums. I think you need around 2 litres of oil normally until it flows out the filler plug.