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Mini Cooper SZL Clock Spring
Mini R56 2nd generation. Does the SZL need to be coded? - no. This was a 2009 R56 and I fitted a later LCI SZL (‘clock spring’) to it. The new one does need to be calibrated ie the bmw or mini ista programme or after market tool must be used to calibrate the steering angle sensor (ie the SZL) so it knows where straight ahead = zero is. The following video link is the best one showing how to remove covers / air bag and SZL ua-cam.com/video/1NLQMo9_w7M/v-deo.htmlsi=VEeufjHzLHfNoj0L
When you replace your SZL you need one with the same options as your car had originally ie rain sensor yes/no and xenons yes/no.
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Mini Cooper driveshaft mass damper removal
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The tuned absorber is a heavy metal ring molded into rubber. It is likely to reduce vibration at a certain frequency. The only way I could remove it (so I could slide the inner boot off and on) was to twist the driveshaft using a pipe wrench. The new one slid on easily.
Mini Cooper CV joint removal
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R56 / R55 outer cv joint. Hit it close to the axle to get it off.
Mini Cooper door handle
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R56 / R55 Mini Cooper 2nd generation handle operation
Mini Cooper Outer balljoint
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Big hammer needed, as balljoint separators don’t fit between driveshaft and the stud. Original mini nut is 18mm - don’t round it off by using 19mm spanner! Lower control arm is already removed in this sequence (and subframe too). Second half of video shows the problem with the separators. If you fail with hammer you will have to remove the driveshaft in order to get a balljoint separator in I t...
Mini Cooper Inner Balljoint removal
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R56 / R55 generation 2 using a fork
Mini Ambient Lighting
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R56 / R55 generation 2 Mini Cooper. The ambient lighting will be disabled if the dome light is put into off mode.
Mini Cooper exhaust camshaft stuck
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Conclusion: the oil pump vanos solenoid was causing maximum oil pressure to go to exhaust camshaft, which made it stick in full advance position (could not return itself). This video shows me examine the problem, before I knew it was the oil pump vanos that was the problem. After changing the timing chain kit I had problem with exhaust camshaft getting locked in wrong position. I replaced the c...
Mini Cooper Turbo Oil Return Pipe fitting
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Some images upside down as filmed in mirror. The turbo oil return pipe has no paper gasket - only the O ring. It must be flush to the turbo, which is not as easy as it sounds. When you insert by hand you can’t really push squarely on the fitting, so it tends to only push the front in, but it is not very obvious. After it is situated and the bolt inserted, then connect the lower section of the p...
Mini Cooper install navigation update from USB R56
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INSTRUCTIONS: purchase update map activation code from eg ebay seller - Download file from supplied link to PC - Extract the archive using WinRar, WinZip or www.7-zip - Use a 16 GB USB 2.0 memory stick - Format USB to FAT32 (not NTFS, not ExFAT) - Copy extracted files and folders onto USB - Insert to USB port in glovebox (not armrest) - Insert FSC / activation code when requested - Install take...
Mini Cooper VVT how to install spring DIY - tool
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Here’s my tool and how it can be used to install the spring legs of the variable valve timing onto the intermediate rockers between the intermediate shaft and the camshaft. I put the fully built up assembly onto the head and then install the spring legs as shown. Diameter of rod or flat bar should be 8mm, the hole for the spring 4.5mm. Flat bar might be easier to source, aluminium easier to wor...
Mini Cooper valvetronic motor actuator installation
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How to get the VVT motor back into the cylinder head after you’ve had the camshafts off. When you’ve removed the intermediate shaft eg as a result of changing the valve stem oil seals you might be wondering how to get the motor back in, because the worm gear drive means you have a gap between the body of the motor and the head. However, as you can see it’s simple to overcome.
Mini fuse board battery cable release
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How to remove the positive battery cable from the fuse board of a Mini Cooper R56.disconnect the car battery first.
Mini fuel pump relay replacement part 4
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Fuel pump relay is complete. Installed back in car and everything works perfectly. If I did it again I would consider heating (with soldering iron) and removing all pins joining the 2 boards, rather than cutting them. They could then be used to reassemble the board at the end.
Mini fuel pump relay replacement part 3
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Soldering in the new relay, and rejoining the 2 boards.
Mini fuel pump relay replacement part 2
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Mini fuel pump relay replacement part 2
Mini fuel pump relay replacement Part 1
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Mini fuel pump relay replacement Part 1
Mini Cooper how to release radio connectors
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Mini Cooper how to release radio connectors
AUX input volume. Mini R56
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AUX input volume. Mini R56
Mini Cooper remove wheel arch flares
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Mini Cooper remove wheel arch flares
Mini Cooper Remove dashboard
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Mini Cooper Remove dashboard
Andream MMI loom wiring block
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Andream MMI loom wiring block
Sealey VS820 brake bleeder in use
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Sealey VS820 brake bleeder in use
Sealey VS820 stop leaking / retain vacuum
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Sealey VS820 stop leaking / retain vacuum
Mini Cooper spark burn duration coil replacement
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Mini Cooper spark burn duration coil replacement
Mini Cooper Rapid Flash alarm
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Mini Cooper Rapid Flash alarm
Mini Cooper brake warning wires error service
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Mini Cooper brake warning wires error service
Mini Cooper Gen 2 headlamp clips
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Mini Cooper Gen 2 headlamp clips
Mini Cooper Panoramic sunroof Stuck - fix
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Mini Cooper Panoramic sunroof Stuck - fix
Mini R56 headlamp switch operation
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Mini R56 headlamp switch operation

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  • @JoeChewBaca
    @JoeChewBaca 6 днів тому

    Now how did you get all the other plastic off to get to the jbe box?

  • @ukx2
    @ukx2 12 днів тому

    Amazing!!! I wish I had this video available when I tried to remove the top of the dashboard!! 😅 in the end I chickened out and didn’t do it.

  • @boostnchill13_636
    @boostnchill13_636 13 днів тому

    Hey, so me and my wife just did this in her 2012 R56 mini.. we are having an issue getting the car to start now tho. It cranks but no start. Battery was disconnected for about a week while we worked on this. Could that be the issue by chance?

  • @ThunderMan88
    @ThunderMan88 24 дні тому

    thanks !

  • @christopherparmer6799
    @christopherparmer6799 27 днів тому

    Does the board need to be soldered back together or will it be fine if they don’t connect. I’m having a really hard time getting those pins soldered 4:56

    • @Realminishorts
      @Realminishorts 23 дні тому

      they need to be connected. however if you cut the pins as I did and are having trouble, you could replace them. in the UK you can use 2.5mm solid core cable (ie mains cable, twin and earth), and the copper inner is similar to the original ‘pins’ that join the 2 boards. So remove all the bits of pins you’ve cut, and just solder the new ‘pins’ you cut from the copper cable. that way they are 1 piece ie don’t need to be joined in the middle. As it was my first time doing this I didn’t know any different but that would be easier.

    • @christopherparmer6799
      @christopherparmer6799 23 дні тому

      @@Realminishorts thank you

  • @single_cam9199
    @single_cam9199 Місяць тому

    So where is it actually supposed to to be set too, I am going to look in my book and see if it says it but is there a particular spot these would be set to for performance enhancement, so what I mean is this resembles VVT that other engines have variable valve timing and these engines have cam phasers that move to different degrees and won’t stay at specific spot as there variable and prevent making hp and why ppl opt for 50* intake cam gear that’s locked at 50

  • @teodorotorres4809
    @teodorotorres4809 Місяць тому

    Was is the relay numbers

  • @takamachi6851
    @takamachi6851 Місяць тому

    Hi mate, that link no longer works. I’m just wondering if you know of a mother place to get it from. Many thanks

  • @chrisluff7088
    @chrisluff7088 Місяць тому

    excellent vid thanking you muchly

  • @stgmatuning
    @stgmatuning Місяць тому

    Is it possible that this would cause the fuel pump to actually work, but no throttle response? I replaced my fuel pump twice and it’s running because I hear it… but the car stalls on me randomly and I’m not sure what else it can be. I replaced my battery Alternator Starter Belt Fuel pump Fuel filter Ignition coils Cool pack Spark plugs…. Don’t know why it stalls

  • @BigTonyGee
    @BigTonyGee Місяць тому

    Life saving tip! Thanks!!

  • @f1f278
    @f1f278 2 місяці тому

    how do you have one touch closing? mine only one touch opens....

  • @heffedirte6243
    @heffedirte6243 2 місяці тому

    Why not desolder the pins? Not like you didn't have the tools

    • @Realminishorts
      @Realminishorts 2 місяці тому

      that’s true. But at the time there was no info out there any the only other person I come across had snipped them, so I thought that had to be done and I didn’t realise they could be desoldered without snipping them. if I did it again I would do it different.

  • @willsmithsrighthand5538
    @willsmithsrighthand5538 2 місяці тому

    you can also bypass the bad relay and hook the low pressure pump to the cigarette lighter instead, thats what i did on my 13 cooper s

    • @Realminishorts
      @Realminishorts 2 місяці тому

      thanks for the info, might help others.

    • @alhuegayle7550
      @alhuegayle7550 Місяць тому

      Please elaborate on this more

    • @user-mt5sh8yg9l
      @user-mt5sh8yg9l 29 днів тому

      How

    • @thomasblake7046
      @thomasblake7046 9 днів тому

      A relay needs power, ground, a trigger source and a load. If you can get a wiring diagram, you can determine which wires go to the fuel pump, which wire is the trigger, or pick your own, and where it gets power and ground. Just bypass the relay in the fuse box and it'll work exactly the same. ​@@user-mt5sh8yg9l

  • @mxrtxmx3961
    @mxrtxmx3961 3 місяці тому

    how can u have yellow and green, that's not a basic model, they only shade from orange to blue

    • @Realminishorts
      @Realminishorts 2 місяці тому

      the earlier minis (maybe pre LCI) only had 5 colours

  • @Benzknees
    @Benzknees 3 місяці тому

    If you've got a long run from the master cylinder to the back brakes, how do you know if you've got all the old fluid out. Is the colour change immediately apparent? Also, when you've finished, how do you clean out the pressure brake bleeder, to make sure there's no remaining film left on the inside, waiting to contaminate the new fluid next time you use it?

    • @Realminishorts
      @Realminishorts 3 місяці тому

      yeah you just have to guess. look for colour change but also at least 3-500ml of liquid. that is likely enough. I leave the new fluid in the machine, as it is clean and sealed. If necessary just pour it away, no need to go mad and clean vessel out completely

  • @fatwalletboy2
    @fatwalletboy2 3 місяці тому

    Should be no need for this faff on a brand new piece of kit....

  • @TheJfburn
    @TheJfburn 3 місяці тому

    I’ve problem with main pump cap / just goes a round and round

  • @quiquedaboub
    @quiquedaboub 3 місяці тому

    Hello, I have changed this same box on my 2013 Mini Cooper, but the fuel gauge has been blocked. Could you help me identify the problem please. Thanks for your help!

    • @Realminishorts
      @Realminishorts 3 місяці тому

      sorry I think the fuel gauge is not necessarily related to this

    • @quiquedaboub
      @quiquedaboub 3 місяці тому

      @@Realminishorts Ok. Thanks a lot!

  • @ssss-df5qz
    @ssss-df5qz 4 місяці тому

    I tell you what, those intermediate shafts and rockers are a hoot to rebuild. If you like puzzles that will leave you frustrated, have a go at one of these.

  • @karalacosse1537
    @karalacosse1537 4 місяці тому

    Thank you ! Thank you! Thank you!!! Worked perfectly

  • @javiermitchell7073
    @javiermitchell7073 5 місяців тому

    why the video title is "remove", when you actually putting them back?

  • @eugenegeorge1857
    @eugenegeorge1857 5 місяців тому

    Have you ever installed the arch that has a bolt in the first position of the flare? I have a 2004 mini with this bolt.

  • @Seba_BMW
    @Seba_BMW 5 місяців тому

    put the contents of the "USB root" folder on a pendrive? or the entire "USB root" folder

    • @Realminishorts
      @Realminishorts 5 місяців тому

      The contents. All files ‘loose’ directly on the usb.

    • @Seba_BMW
      @Seba_BMW 5 місяців тому

      @@Realminishorts thanks

  • @gemmaphobic6233
    @gemmaphobic6233 5 місяців тому

    Thank you, I could not figure out the cargo nets for the life of me. I was so confused about the one that goes on the floor bc why would you add a net on a floor but to keep things down makes sense

  • @geoffcrabtree657
    @geoffcrabtree657 5 місяців тому

    Exactly what I did, I used an old flat blade screwdriver and used an angle grinder with a 3mm disc to cut a 'U' in the end. By far the easiest way of doing this. All spring legs detensioned in under a minute. Getting the collets back in the valve caps is the hardest part of this job, especially single-handedly.

  • @jonwood4403
    @jonwood4403 6 місяців тому

    Do you think this relay would result in "0" fuel trim readings on my Mini R58 as someone on a forum suggested this could be the cuase? Car starts but stalls easily at idle and has hiccups when driven, I have checked fuel rail pressure and this all seems good across the rev range but I see 0 being recorded for LT and ST fuel trim and my AFR jumps around from 12.65 - 17.3

    • @ammoniumhydroxide9739
      @ammoniumhydroxide9739 5 місяців тому

      Similar issue, I guess. I have a R60 2012 with 0 fuel reading. Replaced my fuel pump and found that the issue is actually in the junction box. Car runs fine though. I guess the relay overheats and loosens the soldering joints, which increases resistance on a line of fuel level indicator, triggering "low" or "0" fuel reading. Will check the circuit later after pulling my junction box out. The only concern I have right now is whether removing the junction box can cut power to firmware or not, which may require later reprogramming.

    • @Realminishorts
      @Realminishorts 5 місяців тому

      Thanks for the info chaps, yes I guess it would cause this zero fuel trim issue though I don’t know for sure. Let us know if it goes away when you reflow or replace the relay!

    • @ammoniumhydroxide9739
      @ammoniumhydroxide9739 5 місяців тому

      @@Realminishorts Yesterday, I pulled the junction box out, took out the circuit boards, and cut the connections for inspection. No mark of heating around the fuel pump relay, no bad soldering point, and the fuel pump works fine. Put them back and the zero-reading is still there. I have multiple things coming together, zero-fuel reading, unresponsive rear windows, and no-spray with front washer fluid not the rear. I believe these may relate to other relays or bad wiring terminals. Definitely something around the SPEG junction box. If I later identified the problem, I will let you guys know. : )

  • @dougmasters3875
    @dougmasters3875 6 місяців тому

    I did not know about disco mode.

  • @MrAboutLife
    @MrAboutLife 6 місяців тому

    Can I be able to remove that actuator without taking anything off on my f60 model, it's a b36 engine, so for me that actuator is more on the open side, so it gives me enough room to remove and then reattach atleast from the looks of it, let me know thanks

  • @mrTwoLai
    @mrTwoLai 7 місяців тому

    Sir, I have a relay that often burns, is my fuel pump damaged?....mini cooper r53 help me please

  • @farrukhharoon239
    @farrukhharoon239 7 місяців тому

    I have a brand new one do I need to do this ? I don’t have the wrench tool ? I tried using my VS820 for the first time today but it was useless, wouldn’t hold any pressure at all ? It stayed at zero psi and would not pressurise at all ? What’s could be the issue.

    • @fatwalletboy2
      @fatwalletboy2 3 місяці тому

      Same here. Im googling like mad for a fix......failing that i might send the damn thing back

    • @Realminishorts
      @Realminishorts 3 місяці тому

      I did it from new before I used it. So then it worked ok

  • @markb329
    @markb329 7 місяців тому

    Yes, the dark discolouration indicated heat. The solder around the pin looks like a classic dry joint. I'm guessing the relay is heating up and melting the solder, or there was a dry joint, which has resistance and will also generate heat when the current flows.

  • @TheStrifeDesign
    @TheStrifeDesign 7 місяців тому

    Had the exact same problem. Followed your steps exactly, replaced the relay. hardest part was soldering all those pins back together. My mini drives great now! However now I have a list of NEW problems, no interior lights, headlights not turning off, no indicators, no hazard lights, front windows won't go up or down. ambient lighting not working. No idea where I went wrong.

    • @Realminishorts
      @Realminishorts 7 місяців тому

      that is the FRM module, unfortunately it needs reprogramming by someone with proper software and experience. it is on the other side of the mini in similar location, but behind the panel where the bonnet release catch is. ‘Footwell Module’. It is caused by low battery voltage / disconnected battery. once it occurs nothing you can do but get it reprogrammed. Do not need to buy a new one which is what bmw will tell you. there is usually someone in most countries that can do it.

  • @MrDaylew
    @MrDaylew 7 місяців тому

    Is there a video before this showing the issue, diagnosing fault that lead to removing this?

  • @user-wm7jo9np6j
    @user-wm7jo9np6j 7 місяців тому

    I can’t thank you enough for posting this repair. I had the exact same symptoms in my mini and it was looking like thousand of dollars in mechanics fault finding. I followed your instructions and sure enough the same soldered joint had failed with the same heat discoloured circuit board under the relay. In the end a relatively easy fix. I have brought a replacement relay but didn’t require it. Car is back running with no issues…….other than the normal Mini Cooper issues. Thanks again, you saved me thousands of dollars.

  • @muhametcakiqi-nq7ou
    @muhametcakiqi-nq7ou 7 місяців тому

    Hi Maester i have big problems with mini r60 n18 chain new vanos spocket new solenoid vanos new an error back vanos spocket intake stuck error code 2D5A 2C58 😢

    • @Realminishorts
      @Realminishorts 7 місяців тому

      I presume you have something that can clear both errors? The 2C58 is as a result of the 2D5A. The 2D5A is often fixed by new vanos solenoid but buy either bmw original part or Pierburg. Cheap solenoids are not reliable.

  • @phillloyd6356
    @phillloyd6356 7 місяців тому

    As you can turn the cam by hand, my thoughts are that the exhaust vanos sprocket has failed - lock pin and internal spring broken

    • @Realminishorts
      @Realminishorts 7 місяців тому

      In the end my problem was caused by the oil pump solenoid not the actual sprocket.

  • @hogi99
    @hogi99 8 місяців тому

    BMW engineers hate their customers so fucking much. 🧐

  • @DJSpannamanUK
    @DJSpannamanUK 8 місяців тому

    Can I ask why you had to replace that relay? Crank ,no start? What codes did you have? I've got fuel injection relay short to earth.

    • @Realminishorts
      @Realminishorts 8 місяців тому

      No codes just intermittent cutting out while driving. Maybe check your wiring connector block etc to the fuse panel aren’t damp / have corrosion - in some cases water leaks into that area and people have problems

    • @DJSpannamanUK
      @DJSpannamanUK 8 місяців тому

      Cheers dude. It's had a timing chain and drove fine for 1 day then came back with no start . Customer thinks we f**ked it but the chain is fine. Typical they mad but I told them they bought a mini! Ha

  • @randykessiena007
    @randykessiena007 8 місяців тому

    This was so helpful thanks alot

  • @baybboi1985
    @baybboi1985 8 місяців тому

    Ok

  • @markomilosevic6091
    @markomilosevic6091 9 місяців тому

    It’s possible to check valves without starting engine?

    • @alonsopelayo9160
      @alonsopelayo9160 3 місяці тому

      Yes on top dead center of each piston blow air through spark plug hole

  • @milanmilosevic7375
    @milanmilosevic7375 9 місяців тому

    da li je dovoljno dodati struju ili mora da se startuje motor kako bih proverio valve?

  • @andiallko7291
    @andiallko7291 9 місяців тому

    Sorry can u give a link for update ?

    • @Realminishorts
      @Realminishorts 9 місяців тому

      check with someone like this rustymidgetman@sky.com www.ebay.co.uk/itm/126098418338?hash=item1d5c0d2aa2:g:~xcAAOSwQutgftAM I didn't use that seller but my one is no longer listed

  • @ameritooamando9845
    @ameritooamando9845 9 місяців тому

    @Realminishorts my fuel gauge does not work properly and when i scanned the car i get *A875: SRA_RELAIS_NICHT_PLAUSIBEL* can be the same relay you changed causing the gauge issue ?

    • @Realminishorts
      @Realminishorts 9 місяців тому

      This doesn't control the fuel gauge though so I don't think so if that is your symptom. This one is only if you have car cutting out due to fuel pump getting intermittent power supplied. Although perhaps a different relay is used for the fuel gauge, but I don't know about that.

    • @ameritooamando9845
      @ameritooamando9845 9 місяців тому

      @@Realminishorts thank you for the reply/

  • @stipesuker
    @stipesuker 9 місяців тому

    Do you know how upadate software on stock multimedia on R56 from 2010..i have old software not like that on video

    • @Realminishorts
      @Realminishorts 9 місяців тому

      INSTRUCTIONS: purchase map plus activation code from ebay seller - Download file from link to PC or Laptop. - Extract the archive using WinRar or 7zip etc - 16 GB USB 2.0. - Format FAT32 (not NTFS, not ExFAT). - Copy files and folders to USB - Insert to USB port in glove departiment. (Not in the Armrest). - Insert FSC (activation) code. - Install takes aprox 60 minutes. - After install you can remove the USB. I might make a video on it

  • @EarlStab
    @EarlStab 10 місяців тому

    Bro thank you so much, life saver. I just used a flat head screw driver and curved the end

  • @onnostapper2736
    @onnostapper2736 10 місяців тому

    Thanks for sharing. It helped me a lot identifying the issue with our Roadster (R59) start-issues so now and then until it refused to start at all. I had exactly the same problem with the burned-out soldering. Year of build 2012.

  • @user-uv6oq8mz5c
    @user-uv6oq8mz5c 10 місяців тому

    How does one order that relay??

  • @user-uv6oq8mz5c
    @user-uv6oq8mz5c 10 місяців тому

    We're is the hat board located??