Your MINI utilizes a front radiator to keep your engine cool. The radiator support holds the radiator and reservoir in place. This is made of plastic, steel, or aluminum. Since it is in the front of your car, the radiator support can be easily damaged if it makes contact with large road debris or if you sustain even a small front end collision, such as by bumping into a fence …
Minis are sporty vehicles reputably known for their great designs and outstanding performance. Minis are also susceptible to faults after an extended period, which can be further accelerated by various driving habits.
Due to design defects in the first-generation MINIs, a mushrooming shock tower is one of such problems the vehicle can develop after constant use. The sheet metal used for the shock tower begins to bend and deform after …
The Mini Cooper is a unique car brand that has set itself apart from others over the years. The Mini Cooper consists of many components that work together to ensure the smooth running of the vehicle. Unfortunately, these parts are prone to natural wear and tear, which is beyond your control.
One of such parts that need proper maintenance to maintain its peak performance is your tires. Whenever you …
Minis develop technical issues from time to time. One that is most common to the brand is a Variable Valve Timing (VVT) issue. The VVT system is one of those components in your car that you may not be familiar with. This does not rule out the importance of the component and its functions in your car.
It is also important for you to know how the …
It can be quite a discomfort when your Mini undergoes radiator tank expansion. The breakdown of the radiator expansion tank frequently causes performance and safety concerns. When the radiator is not sealed properly, damage to the radiator cap or radiator hoses might cause failure. It might also happen if the radiator tank has been fractured or been damaged.
Over time, the performance of the radiator expansion tank degrades …
The MINI brand is a British automobile manufacturer founded in 1969 and now owned by BMW since 2000. Mini Cooper offers both a 2-door & 4-door hardtop body style as well as a sporty convertible. Mini Coopers utilize many different fluids to keep all moving parts running smoothly, so below is a helpful guide to the recommended service intervals for changing the various fluids in your Mini Cooper.
MINI Coopers are some of the most eccentric and charismatic cars on the road. With powertrain components that match their expressive personality, the cooling system in a MINI is easy-going and dynamic. Yet, when this system goes out, it can mean your MINI is more likely to overheat.
A cooling system failure in your MINI means that liquid coolant is no longer properly circulating through your engine to reach …
Mini Coopers are well-built cars that are fun to zip around in, but occasionally you may experience an issue with the window regulator. The window regulator is a component located inside each door panel that opens and closes the window. It is part of the assembly that also includes the window and the window tracks.
Over time, frequent use and extreme weather can both wear down and strain …
When a Mini’s Air Conditioning (AC) system goes out, chances are that it needs a professional mechanic to isolate the cause before choosing a course of remedy. There are many reasons why it can stop cooling your cabin, so we’ve put together some information so you can recognize the symptoms and understand its cause.
Refrigerant is the fluid in the cooling system that is passed from the…
Your MINI’s instrument cluster provides you with almost all of the information you need in order to safely drive your vehicle, including fuel levels, vehicle speed, engine temperature, and much more. So, if your MINI’s instrument cluster fails, driving your vehicle could become an incredibly dangerous task.
To help keep you, your passengers, and your vehicle safe, below is everything you need to know about preventing, …