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Mini Cooper CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Mini REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Mini Cooper AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Mini Cooper cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Tightening Specifications
Vehicle: 2003 Mini Cooper S 1.6 L4 GAS

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Mini Cooper AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Mini Cooper cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Mini -> Component Locations ->
Vehicle: 2004 Mini Cooper 1.6 L4 GAS

The fuel filter is located on the righthand s...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Mini Cooper AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Mini Cooper cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Left -> Right
Vehicle: 2004 Mini Cooper 1.6 L4 GAS

Left

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • With an assistant applying brakes, remove and discard axle shaft collar nut.
  • Drain oil from transaxle.
  • Remove caliper bolts.
  • Remove caliper and hang aside, ensuring that brake hose is not under tension.
  • Remove steering tie rod end from knuckle using separator tool No. 323090 or equivalent. Discard locknut.
  • Remove ABS sensor from knuckle.
  • Remove outer lower control arm nut.
  • Remove lower control arm from knuckle using separator tool No. 321190 or equivalent. Discard nut.
  • Release inner axle shaft from gearbox.
  • Remove and di...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Mini Cooper AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Mini Cooper cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Identification
Vehicle: 2007 Mini Cooper S 1.6 L4 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Connect a suitable scan tool the DLC (Data Link Connector). Follow the scan tool manufacturers instructions.

Diagnostic Trouble Code Identificati...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Mini Cooper AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Mini Cooper cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Mini Cooper 1.6 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Open hood and press down on front grille trim tabs and unclip trim towards front of vehicle.
  • Remove clips securing left and right bumper trim.
  • Remove bolts securing license plate holder.
  • Remove clips on wheel arch trim and bend trim inward slightly then remove trim.
  • Remove bolt from upper alternator bracket and set bracket to one side, if equipped.
  • Rotate or lift belt tensioner arm counterclockwise, using a suitable too...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Mini Cooper AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Mini Cooper cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Mini -> Cooper -> 2002-06 Coupe & 2005-08 Convertible -> 2007-09 Coupe & 2009 Convertible
Vehicle: 2008 Mini Cooper S Clubman 1.6 L4 GAS

2002-06 Coupe & 2005-08 Convertible

The Mini is equipped with a service interval indicator.

  • Remove the four cabin air filter cover retaining screws. The cabin air filter cover is located at the lower righthand side of the instrument panel below the storage bin, Fig. .
  • Disengage the cabin air filter cover retainers, then remove the cover, Fig. .
  • Pull the cabin air filter downward to remove.
  • Install the new cabin air filter element into the filter housing, Fig. . Ensure the filter element is properly located in the guides.
  • Install the cabin air filter cover. Ensure the retainers are engaged, the...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Mini Cooper AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Mini Cooper cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Mini -> Check Engine Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2002 Mini Cooper 1.6 L4 GAS

The Check Engine lamp will be illuminated when the ignition switch is in the on position and the engine is stopped. If the engine is started, the lamp should go out. If the lamp remains l...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Mini Cooper AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Mini Cooper cars and light trucks from 1990+

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2008 Mini Cooper 1.6 L4 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Reposition clamp on heat exchanger feed pipe and remove hose.
  • Reposition clamp on engine and remove hose.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Mini Cooper AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Mini Cooper cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 Mini Cooper S 1.6 L4 GAS

If drive belt is to be reused: Mark direction of travel and reinstall drive belt in same direction of travel.

  • Remove tank venting valve.
  • Remove underpan.
  • Relie...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Mini Cooper AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Mini Cooper cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Console Diagram for 2005 Mini Cooper  1.6 L4 GASConsole Diagram for 2005 Mini Cooper 1.6 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Heater Control
  • Air Conditioner Control
  • Connector X01107
  • Connector X1527
  • Body Components Diagram for 2004 Mini Cooper  1.6 L4 GASBody Components Diagram for 2004 Mini Cooper 1.6 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Makeup Mirror Light
  • E35
  • X381
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Mini Cooper AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Mini Cooper cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2008 Mini Cooper  1.6 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Mini Cooper 1.6 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Junction Box
  • Car Access System
  • Comfort Access Control Module
  • Electrochromic Interior Rearview Mirror
  • 2008 Mini Cooper  1.6 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Mini Cooper 1.6 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Fuel Pump Relay
  • Electric Fuel Pump
  • Digital Motor Electronics Control Unit
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Mini Cooper AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Mini Cooper cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: HEADLAMPS NO LONGER MATCH AFTER ONE HEADLAMP IS REPLACED
    Vehicle: 2004 Mini Cooper S 1.6 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Lighting, Horns, Turn Signals, Steering Column
  • Document: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
    Vehicle: 2007 Mini Cooper 1.6 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Identification, Models, Labels, Etc.
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Mini Cooper AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Mini Cooper cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Mini Cooper cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Mini Cooper cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Mini Cooper cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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