Mini One (2014 - 2018) - Replace the front brake pads

Do you need to Replace the front brake pads on your Mini One (2014 - 2018) but don't know where to start? This video tutorial shows you step-by-step how to do it!
Our Mini One (2014 - 2018) manual covers the petrol and diesel engines, and includes videos for some of the most common jobs, which you can see here in this playlist. Get the full manual haynes.com/en-gb/mini/one/201...
What's covered:
Petrol:
Mini One 1.2 litre (1198cc) 3-cyl turbo (March 2014 - 2018)
Mini Cooper 1.2 litre (1198cc) 3-cyl turbo (March 2014 - 2018)
Mini Cooper S 1.2 litre (1198cc) 3-cyl turbo (March 2014 - 2018)
Mini One 1.5 litre (1499cc) 3-cyl turbo(March 2014 - 2018)
Mini Cooper 1.5 litre (1499cc) 3-cyl turbo (March 2014 - 2018)
Mini Cooper S 1.5 litre (1499cc) 3-cyl turbo (March 2014 - 2018)
Mini One 2.0 litre (1998cc) 4-cyl turbo (March 2014 - 2018)
Mini Cooper 2.0 litre (1998cc) 4-cyl turbo (March 2014 - 2018)
Mini Cooper S 2.0 litre (1998cc) 4-cyl turbo (March 2014 - 2018)
Diesel:
Mini One 1.5 litre (1496cc) 3-cyl (March 2014 - 2018)
Mini Cooper 1.5 litre (1496cc) 3-cyl (March 2014 - 2018)
Mini Cooper S 1.5 litre (1496cc) 3-cyl (March 2014 - 2018)
Exclusions:
Does NOT cover 2.0 litre turbo-diesel, or Clubman, Countryman, Convertible, or John Cooper Works (JCW) versions.
Does NOT cover ‘Mk 2’-based models (Paceman, Roadster, Coupe) or facelifted ‘Mk 3’ range introduced March 2018.

[@WRMonger1]

Had my wife watch this so she understands that these brakes, fundamentally aren’t any different than any other brakes that I’ve done. Thank you for making it simple enough for her to understand. Well done 👍

[@HaynesManuals]

You're welcome

[@MarioVargas-yf2nl]

That video is perfectly clear and to the point. I will be changing the pads myself. Excellent video , thank you !!!!

[@HaynesManuals]

Awesome, thank you!

[@tintoretto526]

Thank you for the great video! Is there a sensor on each of the front wheels or just on one. Can you tell me on which side of the US model?

[@assettemirkhan7087]

Thank you for video, it is very helpful, replaced my front brake pads

[@HaynesManuals]

Glad it helped

[@miniaddict4534]

Excellent video! Thank you! May I ask why we must open the bonnet?

[@HaynesManuals]

Thanks! the only reason is to be able to check the brake fluid level

[@miniaddict4534]

@@HaynesManuals Thank you for clarifying!

[@weaksause6878]

1:53 your wiring plug is different than mine, it doesn't have a wasp nest.

[@logannunes1774]

Do you have to replace the vacuum pump at any point? I’m driving with about 45k miles to the car and I’m replacing tires and the brakes and am wondering if I’m better off doing them myself and replacing the pump at a later date or waiting for the shop

[@HaynesManuals]

The vacuum pump is intended to last the lifetime of the vehicle. No need to replace it unless it fails.

[@klakier8520]

Hi, is the brake pad sensor on both wheels or just on one?

[@HaynesManuals]

Normally, just on the N/S caliper

[@sewing33]

Will I always have to change the brake sensor at every brake pad change?

[@HaynesManuals]

That is the recommendation from Mini/BMW

[@muhammedmansoor2879]

Why My brake pedal hard after changing brake pads? (Mini cooper). Before it was good. Ichanged booster, vacuum pump also. But no difference

[@HaynesManuals]

A hard pedal is normally a sign that the servo vacuum system isn't working...Can only suggest that you double check your work.