You are here: Forums Hatchbacks MINI Cooper MINI Cooper Clutch & Transmission Questions

MINI Cooper Clutch & Transmission Questions

269 messages,  Last post on Nov 29, 2009 at 3:43 PM

You are in the MINI Cooper Forum. Your Host is pf_flyer

What is this discussion about? MINI Cooper, Transmission, Convertible, Hatchback

Messages Page 6 of 28 1 ... 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ... 28 Prev Next Last

Go To Msg # Search This Discussion

#48 of 269 CLUTCH SQUEAL-GRINDING NOISE ON FIRST by nona47 Apr 03, 2007 (7:15 pm)
DOES ANYONE OUT THERE HAS THE SAME PROBLEM, OUR MINI S 2006, ONLY HAS 8,000 PLUS MILES.... ORDERED CUSTOM FM OXFORD FACTORY. PURCHASED AT CENTRAL FLORIDA MINI DEALERSHIP... THANKS   Our Mini has been making this squealing -grinding noise, mid clutch release, mostly when vehicle is cold and in first gear (when need engine torque to move the vehicle fm idle). When the noise occurs you can feel it in the clutch pedal. Once the car has been driven for over 30-40 minutes this noise/condition is not reproducible. Because of what I have just described, I took our Mini to the dealer, the customer service manager knew exactly what I was describing to him. I was told that this is a well known GLITCH with the MINI's clutch system, and that there is no repair for it, just keep observing. If anything I do appreciate this man's honesty in sharing this information. BUT IT DOES NOT SOLVE OUR PROBLEM... WORST yet CLUTCHES ARE NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY, ACCORDING TO SERVICE MANAGER, IS NOT UNCOMMON FOR MINI CLUTCHES TO DIE AT 40K MILES.....
#49 of 269 Considering the purchase of 2007 "S" with a 6sp by parees Apr 10, 2007 (8:27 am)
After reading about all the clutch/transmission problems, I am reconsidering this purchase. Does anyone know if these issues have been addressed in the '07?
#50 of 269 Feedback on the 2007 "S" by parees Apr 14, 2007 (12:47 pm)
Please, can't anyone give me any information on what I might expect in the new model? I have been driving standard transmissions for 35 years and have never replaced a clutch in less than 80k miles. Replies to this message: geochavez (Apr 21, 2007 6:13 am)
#51 of 269 Automatic Trans Problems and Overheating by geochavez Apr 21, 2007 (6:10 am)
Hi, I own a 2002 Mini with only 29K mi on it. At first I was happy with car, but recently have driven the car more frequently and have experienced many little problem and noises, such as, trunk latch, srs light (air bag) due to faulty seatbelt latch, a factory recall. Overheating an constant fan running and NOW to top it all off transmission problems, what's next. I am not sure what it will or going to run me but after reading prior commentary I am afraid to even ask at dealer, since my warranty is out. Doe anyone have any suggestions, beside getting rid of it, which I intend to do after repair..... Cute cars, but not reliable what so ever, many glitches and it seems that it will be a while before you can really say they are reliable especially for the money you are paying!!!!!!!!Needles to say, WITH ALL THESE PROBLEMS I AM SURPRISED MINI HAS NOT GOTTEN SUED UNDER LEMON LAW TO MAKE BUYERS MORE AWARE OF THESE LITTLE ISSUES!!!!!!!!!!!! Replies to this message: zippco (Apr 22, 2007 10:07 am) bfromhold (Apr 22, 2007 12:01 pm) nxyv2277 (Dec 03, 2008 11:13 am) nona47 (Apr 22, 2007 12:10 pm) winniep (May 23, 2007 4:11 pm) nxyv2277 (Dec 03, 2008 11:18 am)
#52 of 269 Re: Feedback on the 2007 "S" [parees] by geochavez Apr 21, 2007 (6:13 am)
Replying to: parees (Apr 14, 2007 12:47 pm) YEAH If you want to save aggrivation of running back and forth to dealer and worrying about clutch issues, don't buy a mini for time being!! they look and drive nice, but problems will pop out in the first 25K mi be aware!!!
#53 of 269 Clutch by cct1 Apr 21, 2007 (6:56 pm)
The gearbox was changed in 2005--specifically because of the transmission/clutch in the earlier models--from Midlands to Gertrag--which is the same manufacturer of the transmission in the Mini S. Gertrag is very reliable, but as its only in the 2005 and later models, I would steer away from the base Mini Cooper in any year prior to 2005.
#54 of 269 Re: Automatic Trans Problems and Overheating [geochavez] by zippco Apr 22, 2007 (10:07 am)
Replying to: geochavez (Apr 21, 2007 6:10 am) geochavez: Sorry to hear about your 02 Mini....I don't blame you for wanting to get rid of it. But still have to spend the $$$ for the repairs...Have you contacted the MINI customer service? I'm not sure what they can do but they may have suggestions. And I believe they need to hear about these problems from owners! After replacing my 05 MINI(auto)transmission at 8K mi,(under warranty)and now at 10K mi, so far it's been smooth running. I plan on keeping my Mini for at least 5 more years. Has anyone out there purchased an extended warranty before 5yr/50K warranty expired? And wondering if you used it. Replies to this message: bfromhold (Apr 22, 2007 12:01 pm) nxyv2277 (Dec 03, 2008 11:13 am)
#55 of 269 Re: Automatic Trans Problems and Overheating [zippco] by bfromhold Apr 22, 2007 (12:01 pm)
Replying to: zippco (Apr 22, 2007 10:07 am) zippco ~   I have a '06 MCS with an automatic transmission. I've got nearly 11,000 miles, but haven't had anything unusual happen yet. What happened to yours that warranted having the transmission replaced? Is your Mini an S?   I've considered buying the extended warranty, but not sure what I should do right now. I figure on keeping the car for about 3 years, but I may be past 50,000 miles by then. I average about 18k a year. From what I understand, the extended warranty & extended maintenance should be bought together. I've heard that you need to show proof that you've had the transmission "serviced" at regular intervals (not sure what they do). That means a lot of extra dough $ to spend. Replies to this message: nxyv2277 (Dec 03, 2008 11:13 am)
#56 of 269 Re: Automatic Trans Problems and Overheating [geochavez] by nona47 Apr 22, 2007 (12:10 pm)
Replying to: geochavez (Apr 21, 2007 6:10 am) They are adorable cars but full of glitches, the reason we bought ours in 06 is because the reviews seem pretty credible from the auto mags.... I wish I would have found this forum earlier it would have made a difference.... in our decision. Our Mini makes a grinding- squeal- clutch on first, which they told me at the dealer is a known problem, in order to apply the Lemon Law the dealer must attempt to repair the same problem x3- the way it is in FL. So if one has problem that is not reproduceable once the vehicle has warmed up, such as our problem, at worst all one can hope is that the transmission dies while on warranty- nevertheless we will have to pay for the clutch on this repair as it is not part of warranty, even with a full transmission change.
#57 of 269 Re: Loud sound from clutch - MORE LIKE GRINDING-SQUEAL [nona47] by hotwlz May 18, 2007 (3:19 pm)
Replying to: nona47 (Apr 03, 2007 7:06 pm) Hi: I have a 2006 Mini, 5 speed and was having a grinding noise especially at idle. If I depressed the clutch partially, the noise would go away. I brought it to the Mini dealer and they at first thought it was the clutch. So I left it at the dealer. I got a call the next day from and was told that it wasn't the clutch but the transmission. Apparently the transmission is non-serviceable so if a part breaks internally, the entire tranny has to be replaced! It only had 6500 miles on it. The service person was great! They assured me that it wasn't my fault and would replace it under warranty. I've read a lot of the responses and I would blame the dealer for not stepping up and taking care of the customer. Fortunately, the service is so good where I am that I would buy another because I am so confident that they would take care of any problem that came up. Makes a huge difference! Replies to this message: nona47 (May 20, 2007 8:21 am)

Messages Page 6 of 28 1 ... 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ... 28 Prev Next Last

Go To Msg # Search This Discussion

You are here: Forums Hatchbacks MINI Cooper MINI Cooper Clutch & Transmission Questions