How do you check the transmission fluid on a Mini Countryman?
Checking your fluid is a simple process that can easily be done in your driveway or garage.
- Start your car, place it in Neutral and Park, and let it run.
- Locate the dipstick.
- Insert the dipstick fully into your transmission fluid and pull it out.
- Take note of color and smell.
- Take note of fluid level.
Does Mini Cooper have transmission problems?
Mini Coopers typically experience transmission problems under specific circumstances, such as: when the vehicle accrues a higher mileage, when the car reaches a certain age, or when the driver exhibits specific driving habits. Here are some symptoms to be aware of and what you can do for your MINI from now on.
Where does the transmission fluid go in a Mini Cooper?
To fill the transmission, you’ll need to locate and remove the fill plug on the top of the transmission housing. The fill plug is located near the mating surface of the transmission to the engine on top. You may find it easier to access the fill plug by removing the upper airbox cover.
When do you change the transmission fluid in a Mini Cooper?
The factory recommended interval for the automatic transmission is 100,000 miles and MINI states the manual transmission fluid is a ‘life-time fluid’ that does not require fluid replacement.
How often should you change the oil in a Mini Cooper?
This article applies to the Mini Cooper (2014-Present). The engine oil works as a lubricant substance for the internal parts of the engine. Mini recommends replacing the engine oil as a basic maintenance every 5,000 miles.
Where is the oil filter on a Mini Cooper?
Figure 2. Remove drain plug to drain the engine. To reach the engine oil filter, first remove the 10mm bolt holding coolant reservoir in place. Use your oil filter socket with extension to remove the oil filter. It is located under the coolant reservoir, all the way down.
What’s the recommended interval for manual transmission fluid?
The factory recommended interval for the automatic transmission is 100,000 miles and MINI states the manual transmission fluid is a ‘life-time fluid’ that does not require fluid replacement. In our ‘unscientific’ opinion, this is too long and we don’t believe in ‘life-time’ fluids.