Cvt to 6speed manual getrag gearbox swap mini cooper forum. With the onset of the new new mini models in 2007 comes the demise of the cvt option on the mini cooper. The cvt transmission was not an option initially on the coopers although it was made optional in mid2005 and the standard models 5speed manual. The final drivedifferential assembly is integral with the transmission housing and provides drive to the front. Cvt transmission on 2003 base model mini cooper cargurus. The mini cooper s has the option of 6 speed automatic using the agitronic paddels on the steering wheel verses the standard 6 speed getrag gearbox. But now that she has a street car, im down for one aseries powered bini and one chrysler powered bini in a head to head competition.
View and download mini 2004 cooper owners manual online. Mini cooper cvt automatic transmission factory original maintenance and repair parts. Manual transmission cooper mini 1 2002 02 2003 03 2004 04 1011425 fits. The early manual transmission and cvt automatic transmission were plagued with failures and. What you see below is a previous search for a mini cooper cooper transmission and does not include all the transmissions in your area. Ive converted transmission from cvt to manual gearbox 6 speed without any programming in ecu just do something in wiring. All of the transmissions are mounted in line with the engine on the drivers side of the engine bay. Ive got an 06 mcs manual and i couldnt imagine having it any other. Mini cooper r50 cvt convert to 6 speeds manual gearbox.
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This video and article will show you how to test for. What is the maintanence difference between the automatic and manual transmissions on mini cooper s. Manual transmission fluid application guide carquest auto parts. 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.
Mini cooper cvt transmission mini cooper transmissions. New valeo clutch, flywheel,throwout bearing kit new 6spd trans cv axles used manual clutchbrake pedal. Cvt to 6 speed conversation puget sound mini motoring club. This page is dedicated to the understanding, repair and maintenance of the mini constant velocity transmission. The models in question include 2002 to 2006 standard minicoopers and the 2005 to 2008 minicooper convertibles equipped with minis continuouslyvariable transmission. My first project is to convert a cvt i purchased a 2003 chili red mini cooper with 86k miles, at 88k the cvt transmission failed. If your mini cooper has been out of commission for a while now due to a transmission issue, then buying a mini cooper. 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 attempting to rebuild it as cheaply as possible and ill show how i do it. 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. Cvt to 6 speed getrag swap north american motoring.
More than one vehicle ships with 90 day part replacement warranty. The rpms go all the way up, but the car will not go. Once it hits 63 mph, it will drop down below 3000 rpm. Cooper convertible 200508 auto cvt transmission cooper hatchback 200203 cooper hatchback 2004 through 604, all. Mini cooper questions i have a 2004 mini cooper with an.
If you are a past or current owner of one of these vehicles, you should have received a notice in. There are many many diffrent variables when it come to diagnosing a cvt transmission on a mini. While there is no hard evidence on the reason for premature belt failure, many believe that sticking to a regular fluid maintenance schedule is the key to success. I build porsche and bmw, so my 16 year old daughter decided that she. Wmw has done more cvt conversions than anyone and we have this down to a science. Any year, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 20, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004, 2003, 2002. The cvt transmission was not an option initially on the coopers although it was made optional in mid2005 and the standard models 5speed manual gearbox. In car tuning culture, an engine swap is the process of removing a cars original engine and. Mini 19592000 automatic to manual conversion basic. Im in a dilemma on what to do next my 06 cvt mini had what started as an intermittent problem with being.
Wherer is the tcm unit location on a 2004 mini cooper base model i cant find it 2004 mini cooper foud the bcm but not the tcm dont. Ive heard that the mini cooper has a lot of mechanical issues, and requires alot of maintanence. Sinttruiden belgium we have this very good mechanical description of the continuously variable transmission now available. Depending on what the symptom is, is what the repair. Mini cooper cvt transmission new jersey class action lawyers.
Rebuilding a mini cooper cvt transmission is not a easy task, i have had to repair many other transmission shops work. Aug 06, 20 the drain and fill procedure can certainly be done as a diy, but does involve a few unique steps for proper filling. Mini cooper questions 2003 mcs manual transmission wont shift. So if you have a dead cvt trans and are wanting to. Sinttruiden belgium we have this very good mechanical description of the continuously variable. Cooper s is available only with a manual transmission.
Read on for the most common problems and solutions. How to change the manual transmission fluid of a 2003 mini cooper. Jul 07, 2012 there are a few common issues with the constant velocity transmissions cvt on the regular cooper and also with the aisin automatic transmission for the cooper s. The mini cooper uses a fivespeed manual or a cvt automatic transmission and features sports suspension. If your mini cooper has been out of commission for a while now due to a transmission issue, then buying a mini cooper transmission from ebay is just what you need to get up and going again. This part is manufactured by one of the most trusted names in the. If you have a dead cvt trans and dont want to spend the big bucks replacing it with another. The mini is in what is called limp mode, and yes the cvt transmission is notorious for failure, unlike the manual. Im a big fan of manual transmissions in smaller cars and sports cars, but i can understand why some people like an auto.
Cvt to 6 speed conversation puget sound mini motoring. Shortly thereafter the car would no longer go or go into gear. More vehicles in the last two decades were produced in oe with a dual mass flywheel dmf. Dump it fast, and learn how to use a manual transmission, get a manual transmissioned mini. Mini cooper transmissions cvt and aisin warner mini. All of the transmissions are mounted in line with the engine on the.
In this video, i changed the transmission fluid on a 2004 mini cooper s r53 with the 6 speed getrag mt285gs685 manual. Mini cooper transmission 5speed midlands manual oem gen1 20022004. If you are a past or current owner of one of these vehicles, you should have received a notice in the mail about the settlement and instructions about how to pareticipate. Complete manual transmissions for mini cooper for sale ebay. If the cvt car wouldnt pass smog, it would become a lemons car with a kludged together motor and the 5spd would be made to go as a street car with the good motor from the cvt car.
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. Does 2009 mini cooper s have cvt automatic transmission. The mini cooper s takes agility, power, and performance to an even higher level and comes with a smoothshifting, very precise sixspeed getrag gearbox and sports plus suspension. The mini cooper s takes agility, power, and performance to an even higher level and. I introduced myself earlier this week to this forum. Oct 02, 2017 i have a 2002 mini cooper with a damaged cvt trans. Bmw mini 06 model cvt transmission problem reving kangaroo 2030mph. The worst complaints are transmission failure, power train. Mini cooper automatic cvt transmission with zf vt1f transmission 2004, automatic transmission manual shaft repair sleeve by national.
We suggest that the procedures outlined in the bentley repair manual for the mini be followed in detail. There are a few common issues with the constant velocity transmissions cvt on the regular cooper and also with the aisin automatic transmission for the cooper s. Mini cooper cvt conversion mini cooper cvt transmission to 6 speed swap 2002 cvt. Complete transmission and numerous internal parts available. It depends on what vehicle and what manual transmission. Manual transmission cooper hatchback 200405 through. Cvt to 6 speed getrag swap north american motoring quote. For the cvt automatic transmission in 20022006 r50 mini cooper hatchback and 20052008 r52 mini c. Those are not real mini s just a high priced bmw bring my wallet in a small package. Ive heard that the mini cooper has a lot of mechanical issues, and requires alot of. Mini cvt transmission fluid change bavarian autosport blog. The mini cooper is available with either a manual or automatic transmission. Drivetrain r53 mini cooper s automatic to manual conversion.
But ive heard some issues with automatic transmission being time bomb, especially the cvt transmission. Mini cooper 2004 mini cooper wherer is the tcm unit. Mini cooper cvt issues cited in lawsuit cardeal expert. 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. Continuously variable transmission mini cooper blog. The detection module for tank leakage, also referred to as the dmtl, is used to pressurize and test the evaporative emission on r56 mini cooper models. Is there any difference in that between the automatic transmission and the manual one. A detailed assessment of the cvt transmission motoringfile. If you have a dead cvt trans and dont want to spend. Drivetrain cooper s r53 mini cooper s automatic to manual conversion hi everyone. Apr 07, 2014 this is two and a half years of my dealing with and learning the ins and outs of the cvt transmission for the mini cooper 02.
Complete auto transmissions for mini cooper for sale ebay. Mini 19592000 automatic to manual conversion basic information. How much would an automatic to manual transmission swap cost. This is two and a half years of my dealing with and learning the ins and outs of the cvt transmission for the mini cooper 02. Cooper hatchback 200405 from 704 manual transmission. Mini cooper questions what is the maintanence difference. There is natural curiosity about how each of the onboard components integrate with others in the mini cooper cvt, and interest in how each the devices actually function in the cars. Im wondering if 2009 s model has cvt transmsission, or if i should be aware of any known problems.
Iirc, the biggest issue with autotomanual is the electronics. Nissan 240sx jdm rb25det swap guide swap a skyline engine into your. There have been many mini owners surprised when their cvt failed early we have had. Cvt to 6spd manual transmission conversion kit for r50 and r52 mini cooper non s with automatic trans.
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