@@4milesofsmiles there is a warranty extension out for the shifter now for certain vehicles. Most f chassis cars. But if yours is a 2016 countryman that is still an R60, which would not apply to this repair. Would be a different model and issue completely. I would verify which model yours is and then if it’s an F60 countryman I would call and check your local dealership to see if your car applies to the warranty extension. Vehicle needs to have “secure vehicle in park” on the dash when you are in park as well.

@@4milesofsmiles To me that sounds like a different issue on an R60 countryman.

@@GavinBlaesner I have a call in to the dealership. The weird thing is this happened to me in drive. Most have it happen in park. I will run my vin to figure out which model I have. I thought it was the F56 BUT some sights say it’s a 60. You awesome. Thx

@@GavinBlaesner Pretty sure you are right. R60. Waiting on the dealership call back.

@@1-mc4vi factory intake

Appear in the service manual? I guess I don't understand the question 100%. When you go to reset your oil all you are doing is resetting the time/mileage interval so you will have a notification come up again when your oil is due, according to manufacturer specs. I would recommend not waiting 10k miles or 1 year...more in the length of 6 months or 5k miles at most.

@@GavinBlaesner the Mini has an electronic service book listing all the oil changes and stuff in it. During inspection the oil change would be entered and one can proof that it was done. I would like to enter my own oil changes in the service history, as many trust this history more than one just saying they did change the oil themself every year.

@@AnonGoogleuser When you reset the light the vehicle technically does "remeber it" but the only way to pull that would be at the dealer with OE software and even then the statistics are not very clear in ISTA. Manual book keeping or also any place that reports to carfax would be a better option id suggest.

@@yongxinlin-b1s 5.5qts, please don’t do gallons

YOU'RE WELCOME!

@@mumbachabwe8881 Hi! Yes! I don’t dislike them, I just think they feel much too assisted for what a little sports car should feel like. Switching between driving my R56 and then manual F56’s every day as well I notice the R56 feels much more mechanical. Like I’m more in control of what the car is doing and how the clutch is working. The F56 to me feels like it’s helping you out, that is all. The other note and side to the opinion is that the Cooper S DCT is absolutely amazing. I was worried I would get bored of an automatic, thought about buying a manual, but it was just a commuting daily so I wanted something easy…Cooper S with DCT. And to note I’ve only owned maybe one other automatic car many many years ago. And WOW, I fell in love with it. The super fast shifts, the paddle feel, the burble on up and down shifts. I wish the JCW’s came with the DCTs as I think they would be a much better car, but unfortunately they don’t. The DCT I think is a better weapon to get the most out of the car. Much, much quicker with that trans.

@@GavinBlaesner, thank you for your feedback! I really appreciate it and it's helping me make a more informed decision about purchasing a manual transmission Cooper S 2019. I was wondering, how is the vehicle holding up in 2024? Also, regarding tyre sizes, which ones do you think are better for this vehicle - 16" or 17"? Additionally, which of these sizes comes standard on the Coopers? Any insights would be helpful for my learning purposes.

I heard you work at Mini, @GavinBlaesner. How has your experience been, witnessing the development and production of these innovative machines come to life?

@@mumbachabwe8881 Standard option for F cars are 16" on the coopers. I definitely prefer the 17" factory tentacle wheels that come on my car than any others. A Cooper S Iconic is what mine is. Also, its amazing. No issues. Regular maintenance and upkeep and they will last you 200k+ no problem. Only the 4 cyl though. 3 cylinders are a little more temperamental .

@@mumbachabwe8881 Working there has turned me into an enthusiast. I love what I do.

Should be able to if it’s the same wheel and functions yes.

oh interesting, possibly just a different type hardware on based on the years. Common, sorry for the confusion.

If it does not, it should be a few 8mm crews to remove the covering.

Yes. Valved exhaust from Valvetronic.

I can’t say for someone else’s labor rates or amount of time they will ask, I’m sorry. And also on, Chicagoland area.

I’ve never run into a situation where it was in question or had to deal with that, so I can’t 100% speak on that. My ASSUMPTION..would be the warranty would cover issues as long as you showed proof and receipt of oil changes done elsewhere or on your own….But it could be handled differently wherever you are located. That would be a question for your local dealership/MINI corporate.

I use no additives, just oem oil and filter kit.

lol thank you, sir! I’m hoping you’re referring to five stars??!

It’s a 3/8” drive ratchet and extension, but there’s many variations you can use. This is just what I use. Can use just about any ratchet and extension so long as you have the right sockets.

@@GavinBlaesner ahhh appreciate ya brotha man. Yeah not a mechanic lmao but imma figure this shit out with your video guidance 😂

@@hectorperez2617 Super simple. Any questions instagram is the easiest way to get ahold of me. @blaesner 👍🏻

@@GavinBlaesnerappreciate ya brotha, will do.

Naperville, IL. Message me on my IG @blaesner and we can talk. Easiest way to communicate for me.

and thank you for the comment!

Thank you!

I used .5 of a bottle. 5.5qts.

Glad I could help! Cheers from Chicago!

I did not weigh it, but it was a considerable difference.

I personally only have experience with LHD vehicles, but it should still be in the same location on either side. There’s a small door with a clip that holds the door shut in which the filters are located.

Let me know if you’ve figured it out.

@GavinBlaesner Maybe I didn't look far back enough. Have another go next week. From what I gather it's should be on drivers side. Don't fancy taking under glove compartment bit off again. Thought I never get it on again. 8-)

@@GavinBlaesner Done it. It was right at the back. Where you'd expect it to be really. Obviously didn't look hard enough. It was on drivers side, being a RHD. I guess they wouldn't need to alter position for LHD or RHD. Your video was still very helpful. Much appreciated.

@@sp-pz8uc glad I could help, let me know if there is other maintenance I can help with that you’d like to do yourself.

Could you explain a bit better? F55 airbag likely will not fit on an R52, if that’s what you’re meaning, but I may misunderstand the concern.

@@GavinBlaesner i recently show a video where a guy puts a f56 steering on a r50, so i guess it could be possible on a R52 look:kzbin.info/www/bejne/rHvIioWPgbuBfdU

but could you send me the reference of the airbag that you have on the video?

YES sold in pairs!

Thank you!

Now rated as a top car nationally for reliability! They are literally better than Hondas. Enjoy your MINI for many years to come!

very reliable

yes it is, same.

On this car/model the only hardware keeping the steering wheel secured onto the column is the 16mm bolt. No other hardware holds the wheel to the column. Newer models could possibly be different due to multiple styles of wheels being installed from factory since this particular wheel, but for this generic base model pre-lci, the video applies.