Manual mini cooper 2008 turbo oil line upgrade

Mini factory replacement oil lines for the turbocharger. Due to the amount of labor to replace one, we suggest replacing them both at the same time. Most people who have cooper s will want to upgrade to the jcw 37mm turbo for the extra power. Mini cooper stage 5 performance turbo kit r56 mini mania. All the control electronics and amplifier windings of the coils are housed within a sealed tube deep inside the engine surrounded by 250 degree f oil and zero cooling air. Buyers guide for the 200720 r56 generation mini cooper.

Detroit tuned turbo oil line installation instructions. The length of the clubman is more than nine inches longer than the mini cooper, which means the interior seating and cargo spaces are much more useable. Even with the small, entrylevel turbocharged 3cylinder engine, its a blast to drive. When servicing the turbo on the mini, it is very important maybe even critical that you replace the turbo oil supply line to avoid potential future turbo issues. For your 2nd generation mini cooper s models including r56 hardtop r55 clubman r57 convertible. For the mini cooper turbo oil line kit, see g2nmk2218. If yours are leaking this is a fire hazard as the oil can get on the hot exhaust and catch fire. Mini owners and service manual access your manual mini usa. See where the oil dipstick and fill cap on a 2007 mini cooper s 1. My mini dealer installed the turbo line heat shield last year but the oring was probably too far gone at the. The design of the ignition coil on the gen 2 mini is not ideal. Mini factory replacement turbo oil supply line for your 2nd generation mini cooper s models including r56 hardtop r55 clubman r57 convertible r58 coupe r59 roadster r60 countryman r61 paceman.

This upgraded turbo oil line replaces the mini stock oil line that is prone to fail at the connection where it enters the top of the turbo. When youre low on oil, coolant or some other fluid, you may be tempted to just run down to the local auto parts chain store. For a little more oomph, look for the mini cooper s and its 2. Mine had done only 32k miles and followed service schedule. Texaco mini mtf 94, sae 75w80, api gl4 as per label on 25l drum. A sixspeed manual transmission is standard on all models, with automatic. Mini cooper turbo install kit basic upgrade oem gen2 r55r61. Starting with the 2007 r56 mini cooper s models, mini introduced the turbocharged engine. Mini cooper upgrade turbo oil line performance kit mini. While it is harsh to dismiss the first r53 version of the jcw as not being a success, it wasnt all it could so mini owners bmw have improved the breed for the new r56. Order mini cooper oil pressure switch online today. Fixing all oil issues on r56 mini cooper s once an for all. I changed the stock oil line to the turbo with a detroit tuned oil feed line. Wmw stainless steel oil line kit for turbo mini cooper s r55 r56 r57 r58 r59 r60 r61.

Jun 07, 2015 i changed the stock oil line to the turbo with a detroit tuned oil feed line. We go out of our way to carry every major line of mini cooper turbo kits, so that whether you are looking for a greddy turbo kit or a cheap mini cooper turbo kit or anything in between, weve got it for you. Mini r56 testing the engine turbocharger wastegate r56. The key to the additional torque and power is turbochargers closely mounted to the exhaust manifolds. Cooper cooper s congratulations on your new mini this owners manual should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle. As these mini s get older we are finding these lines are starting to leak. How to add oil mini cooper 20022008 2007 mini cooper s 1. Free video on how to change the oil and oil filter in a 2008 mini cooper s 1. My answer is the mini cooper in this case a 2008 cooper s convertible.

Engine rebuilding kits for mini cooper for sale ebay. Turbo coupe including oil filter, drain plug, dipstick and oil fill. Sold as a set including turbo oil return line cooper cooper s john cooper works congratulations on your new mini this owners manual should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle. A convertible version was introduced in 2004, with the second generation following in 2008. In spring 2011, a new diesel mini cooper sd was launched. I want to buy genuine mini parts myself and take them to a cheaper mechanic. As these turbo mini s get older we are finding these lines are starting to leak. Mini, 2008, including turbocharger, turbocharger oil feed line, turbocharger and installation accessory kit, super or turbo gasket, supercharger.

When i bought my 2007 mini cooper s, its main issue was a massive oil leak. So glad that detroit tuned has a fix and not just a bandaid for this common problem. Find parts and accessories, add or update your vehicle details, and interact with. Check out free battery charging and engine diagnostic testing while you are in store. Always replace this supply line when servicing the turbo. Also, if youre looking for a mini from the years 20072008, be aware that the. For the mini cooper turbo to manifold gasket, see g2nme2011. When the stock oil line fails oil goes everywhere and usually causes the turbo to fail due to lack of oil. The 2008 mini cooper has 118 nhtsa complaints for the engine at 57,388 miles average.

Oil version again just been to halfords and they list mini 2007 as requiring edge 5w30. In this video i show you how to replace the oil feed line with an upgraded unit. Trans is same as in ford focus svt differing gear ratios. I came to find out that the most likely cause of this leak was the oil feed line going to the turbo. This owners manual should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle. Assembled by ecs 11657534454kt2 turbo oil lines kit. Mini cooper 2008, automatic transmission oil pan gasket by elring.

I also show how to seal the leaks in the oil cooler housing. Here are ways to avoid turbocharger failure in your mini cooper s. The 2008 mini clubman was a highly anticipated model, as it added more versatility to the popular line. From 2009, chameleon paints were offered in asia and europe. Home free online service and repair manuals for all models. Mini factory replacement turbo oil line kit including oil supply and return lines with gaskets and orings. We recommend oil changes at least every 5,000 miles. Since im already at that stage, i want something a bit beefier than that. The new car is the real deal with mini taking control of the jcw brand and developing the road car. Bosch high performance ignition coil set for gen 2 mini cooper.

Also include the heat resistant plate with mini installs on the new oil pipe for protection from heat. Oem oil filter housing cover mini cooper cooper s r55 r56 r57 r58 r59 r60 r61 fits. Over time, the turbo and turbo supply line builds a fine layer of coked or cooked oil on the internal surfaces. Manual said soemthing about getting it from mini but was hoping to save a trip and just get soemthing suitable from halfords or a petrol station. This kit comes with everything you will need to seal up any and all the turbo oil leaks on your mini and make it brand new, in one easy button. Technical data engine data mini mini clubman cooper cooper s displacement cu incm. The last jcw was more of an retrofitted parts kit, supplied through the john cooper works tuning arm, than a proper mini model. Good call on replacing the oil cooler gaskets mine failed about 8 months after doing the turbo oil lines. At andy s auto sport, we have a huge variety of mini cooper turbo kits to ensure that you have every turbo kit option available to you.

Banjo bolt for the supply line is sold each 2 required per engine. Mini cooper base s 2008, professional series euro sae 5w40 full synthetic motor oil, by red line. After driving once you have reached your destination, let your mini idle for a couple of minutes, rather than turning it off right away. Jan 01, 2019 changed the turbo oil feed and return lines as well as the oil cooler seals on the mini cooper s. We were the first company to design the turbo oil line and also the first company to bring complete kits to market to fix all the leaks that we see in our shop. While youre in there, id definitely recommend replacing the turbo oil return line as well if it hasnt failed, it will.

So i was wondering what type of oil i should use to top up if required my r56 mcs, anyone know. You do have move the catalytic converter at least to replace the turbo oil supply tube. The original mini was a line of british small cars manufactured by the british. Mini continued to offer each model with a manual or automatic. My 2008 mini cooper s began leaking at the turbo oil supply line fitting. The entrylevel of the 2019 mini cooper is built with a 1. Mini cooper turbo oil supply line oem gen2 r55 r56 r57 r58 r59 r60 r61. Bmw acquired the marque in 1994 when it bought rover group formerly.

Then the detroit tuned turbo oil line kit is in stock, and ready to ship. Changed the turbo oil feed and return lines as well as the oil cooler seals on the mini cooper s. The detroit tuned turbo oil feed line kit will fit both the n14 or n18 prince engine installed in all cooper ss r55, r56, r57, r58, r59, r60, in any year. Also strongly recommend a 14 drive air ratchet and a couple different length 14 extensions. Mar 31, 2011 have others experienced turbo failures on low milage cooper s due to blockage of oil supply to the turbocharger. This kit fixes the current stock oil line leak that happens. The mini hatch stylised as mini hatch, or mini hardtop in the us, also known as mini cooper, mini one, or simply the mini, is a threedoor or five door hatchback first introduced in late 2000, with a second generation launched in 2006 and a third generation model launched in 2014. After you shut your car off the coils contine to bake until the. Oil line set for turbo mini cooper s r55 r56 r57 r58 r59 r60. Stainless steel turbo oil supply line upgrade for your 2nd generation mini cooper s models including r56 hardtop r55 clubman r57 convertible r58 coupe r59 roadster r60 countryman r61 paceman. The jcw vehicles came equipped with an upgraded turbocharger, ecu tune, exhaust system. Im a fan of synthetics, and would like to use them in the trans as well as the motor.

Haynes manual does not have the torque specs for the cooler on the r56 mini with the turbo 2007 if you remove the front bumper, radiator and support etc you do not need to move the turbo. But failed due to heavily carbonated oil and the supply line to the turbo becoming blocked. Video instructions on how to add oil to a 2007 mini cooper s 1. Mini cooper r56 turbocharged engine oil cooler and filter. It should stay with the vehicle when sold to provide the next owner with important operating, safety and maintenance information. Mini stylised as mini is a british automotive marque founded in 1969, owned by german.