How big is the thermostat housing on a Mini Cooper?
Also see our MINI Thermostat Housing Swap Video below. Bolts for Thermostat housing to cylinder head are torqued to 71 in-lb (INCH pounds). For replacement temperature sensor on the thermostat housing, see Mini Cooper Coolant Temperature Sensor Gen2.
Why is the thermostat on my Mini Cooper leaking?
It’s identified as coolant leaking down onto the transmission, caused by corrosion build-up and the plastic thermostat housing design. To combat this problem, an updated thermostat housing and bolts have been made available. ECS tuning is one source for the updated parts (part number 2587245).
Where is the temperature sensor on a Mini Cooper?
The Temperature Sensor is also located on the housing, and can be removed on some versions of the housing, and molded into the housing on other versions.
Where is the radiator hose on a Mini Cooper?
The upper radiator hose runs from the upper port on the radiator, through a plastic connector hose with a bleeder screw to another radiator hose that runs behind the intake manifold to the front of the thermostat housing cover. This hose is also secured in place with a small plastic hook molded into the intake manifold.
Also see our MINI Thermostat Housing Swap Video below. Bolts for Thermostat housing to cylinder head are torqued to 71 in-lb (INCH pounds). For replacement temperature sensor on the thermostat housing, see Mini Cooper Coolant Temperature Sensor Gen2.
It’s identified as coolant leaking down onto the transmission, caused by corrosion build-up and the plastic thermostat housing design. To combat this problem, an updated thermostat housing and bolts have been made available. ECS tuning is one source for the updated parts (part number 2587245).
The Temperature Sensor is also located on the housing, and can be removed on some versions of the housing, and molded into the housing on other versions.
Where is the battery in a Mini Cooper?
Pull the tray rearward to remove it from the front bumper. Remove the carpet flooring in the trunk to access the battery. DO NOT close the trunk once the battery is disconnected. You’ll find the battery box on the driver’s side of the engine bay.