R53 Mini Cooper S Transmission Fluid Change DIY

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  • Опубліковано 27 тра 2021
  • Changing the fluid on the R53 Mini's Getrag manual transmission is about as simple as it gets. If you have ever drained another transmission, differential, or transfer case, this is the same procedure...
    1. Break the fill plug FIRST!
    2. Then, undo the drain plug to drain out the fluid
    3. Inspect fluid for signs of excessive wear
    4. Replace drain plug
    5. Fill the transmission until a bit of fluid drains from the fill hole (you'll need a pump)
    6. Torque everything down and check for leaks
    It’s really that simple. It shouldn’t take more than half an hour from start to finish. You can use whatever fluid brand you prefer, but a synthetic is definitely a good investment. It should be some variation of MTL 75W/80 GL-4. You’ll need two quarts but won’t use all of it.
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  • @ogp12
    @ogp12 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you for your hard work, very informative. Will give it a go myself!

  • @tasdevl
    @tasdevl 3 роки тому +5

    This is super handy and timely as I was just thinking of this on my R53, thanks for posting the howto.

    • @350Z247
      @350Z247  3 роки тому

      Happy to help!

  • @ralmo9762
    @ralmo9762 3 роки тому +1

    Interesting watch that is pal! If you love your (older) mini this kind of stuff needs to be done to keep them healthy.is a question weather you pay someone to do or do it yourself.Rally enjoy the video

  • @Tyani-sz6cg
    @Tyani-sz6cg 2 роки тому

    You say 1.5L? My 03 took over 1.8 (which is what I saw online). Which is it?

    • @350Z247
      @350Z247  2 роки тому +2

      Add fluid until spills from the fill hole. Don't overcomplicate it.

  • @BrandonNgs
    @BrandonNgs Рік тому

    Is this the same procedure for the auto and what’s the pump name? I need one or something similar

    • @350Z247
      @350Z247  Рік тому +1

      The auto will likely be different; I'm not sure. The pump is just a random one from the parts store.

  • @SethHollingshead
    @SethHollingshead 2 роки тому

    I know mine took well over 2. Online calls for 6 quarts????

    • @350Z247
      @350Z247  2 роки тому

      There's no way it would fit 6; it's just under 2 quarts if the car is positioned level.

    • @SethHollingshead
      @SethHollingshead 2 роки тому +1

      @@350Z247 okay thanks for the help. Mine must be up a little higher in the back on jack stands. I thought that was insane when I read that. Lol.

    • @350Z247
      @350Z247  2 роки тому

      @@SethHollingshead If it ends up with a bit more than 2 quarts, I don't think it will hurt anything. You should be good as is.

  • @christophermartineau9700
    @christophermartineau9700 2 роки тому

    Don't you need a copper washer after?

    • @350Z247
      @350Z247  2 роки тому +1

      Yes, any time you remove an old copper washer you should replace it.

    • @CoastlinesCollide
      @CoastlinesCollide Рік тому

      @@350Z247 do you know what size washer it is to replace? I guess i could call a mini dealership and ask if they have them but ill probably get ripped off with the price

    • @350Z247
      @350Z247  11 місяців тому

      @@CoastlinesCollide I bought a large variety pack of copper washers years ago. Definitely worth the investment.

  • @williamkrusejr1846
    @williamkrusejr1846 Рік тому +1

    The trans has a magnet inside about 2 and 1/2 inch diameter it looks like a big wafer

    • @350Z247
      @350Z247  Рік тому

      Good to know, but my guess is they are all pretty saturated by now

  • @djjohnnieblazepr3076
    @djjohnnieblazepr3076 10 місяців тому

    Hi…This is an Automatic Transmission ?

  • @TheHardstyleFox
    @TheHardstyleFox 2 роки тому

    its that easy!? dealer was gonna charger $600 fck them thank you.

  • @minimanadam
    @minimanadam 2 роки тому +1

    DIFFERENTIAL OIL NOT TRANSMISSION OIL. change title

    • @350Z247
      @350Z247  2 роки тому

      It's a FWD and thus a shared cavity...so close

    • @heyhayhay247
      @heyhayhay247 2 роки тому +1

      Not real smart are eh?

    • @350Z247
      @350Z247  2 роки тому +1

      @@heyhayhay247 Some people just don't know what they don't know.

    • @TheObserver567
      @TheObserver567 2 роки тому

      Manual transmission it seems

    • @350Z247
      @350Z247  2 роки тому

      @@TheObserver567 obviously