MINI COOPER CRANKS NO START DIAGNOSIS AND FIX

[@pontiacsrule8761]

Dude you don't need to fix cars anymore. Your a great teacher & could make a living doing that. Thanks for making this

[@robbocop33r12]

What i love about this channel is just a stand up genuine guy, no ego, no bull, just straight forward step by step easy to follow diagnostics, keep up the good work! :-)

[@ADVANCEDLEVELAUTO]

Thank you!

[@hunkydude322]

yeah, your right this guy is down to earth.

[@mred7165]

I have been a mechanic for 48 years and I will say that this diag was very well explained and thorough. I also own a 2012 mini countryman s. KUDOS to the teacher and his knowledge.

[@rodrickkabwe4240]

This is the exact problem my Mini has it cranks without starting ,I have taken it yo so many different machenics bought so many car parts,they told me to buy the new conputer box I did but the car didn't start,They asked me to buy a new engine but now after seeing this video it has helped me to find the problem thank u so much sir

[@giacomopiliego7523]

Maaaaaan…. An unmarked hidden relay being the darn subject of a full blown investigation… you’re good man ! Very good…..

[@tryintobesoquiet]

Does my heart good to know there are still mechanics like you in this day. 👍

[@hasaywha]

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[@mountainmischief3828]

Dude, THANK YOU!!! Did the timing chain on my 07 Mini with a N12 due to an unsolved P0013 issue. Ran for roughly 60 seconds, then died and wouldn't start. I thought I had just written off the motor. I had fuel, spark, air, and compression and it was almost like it wanted to start but would always sputter out. Checked every single fuse on the car. Tested fuel pressure, fuel pump, voltages, got a code for Footwell module on my Schwaben tool. Started ripping my hair out replacing fuel filter, vacuum pump, etc. Nothing worked. I watched this video and swapped the relay for the windshield wiper relay and the car fired right up. Thank you so much for this video.

[@ADVANCEDLEVELAUTO]

Awesome! Glad I could help!

[@traec1992]

OMG!! Thank you brotha!!! I've had these same issues for weeks now. I tested that same relay some weeks back with a relay tester and it tested good. After watching your video I noticed my RPM needle was not moving when I cranked the car. I replaced the crankshaft position sensor months ago but I decided to test it and it tested good. I tested the connector and it tested good. Instead of testing the relay again I decided to switch it with the one for the windshield wiper (same part number) and the damn thing fired right up! Thank you for the thorough explanation sir!

[@duhwolf6413]

This is the clearest explanation with step by step and how to use the tools needed to diagnose. Thanks man, great content!👍

[@antonio.derosas]

Excellent tutorial. Methodical and explained in layman’s terms. I don’t even own a Mini, but I watched the complete video simply because it was interesting. Keep up the good work, mate 🇦🇺🦘

[@webbie1891]

I had this exact same issue with my 2018 Volvo S90. I literally couldn't sleep while it was sitting in the shop because I didn't know if it was gonna be a $200 or a $2,000 fix. Luckily for me, it was around $189. Knowing a good and honest mechanic is a must.

[@nealeburgess6756]

I am a retired mechanic that used to specialise in engine systems and diagnostics. I used to use a big workshop machine that included a scope and exhaust gas analyser. So I unsderstand well your scope readouts. Being able to use a scope is so useful. Even checking wheel speed sensors on ABS becomes possible. What I was particularly interested in was your nice handy little scope. Love it. I want to get one. Thanks for pointing me in the right direction.

[@markl8190]

One of the clearest practical explanations of the expected wave form I’ve come across. A new subscriber 👍🏻

[@mrflinstone2553]

I've seen hundreds of videos because i work on cars all the time but no bullshit you the kings of wat you do. God bless you brother

[@HOMBRESDECAMINO]

Tenía 1 día completo chequeando un mini que compre en copart solo tarde viendo este video cambie el relay y ya prendio, Gracias mi pana por tu tiempo 🎉😅

[@kaylonfaro8897]

Thank you for this video. I'm currently having the very same problem with my cooperS. It's been standing for 2 months.

[@Dezuric]

Hey have you figured your issue out? I'm having the same issue in my 2012 cooper S. Cranks but also won't start after sitting in the garage for a month during winter

[@alaincaron4306]

Thanks for the generous transfer of knowledge ... glad I found your channel ... keep up the good work !!!

[@ADVANCEDLEVELAUTO]

Thank you for watching!

[@danielfarmer4311]

Watching this today July 5 2023 Eric you are extremely talented diagnostician. Love your channel! 😎

[@timsymons]

Great explanation, this helped me fix a non- start issue with my R56 Cooper S turbo that would cut-out after 10-20 minutes driving then work perfectly again after 5 minutes of not starting. Car did not splutter to a stop so after replacing the glhightnoressure fuel pump and fuel filter I found this video and located the faulty fuel injector relay. My relay was Not exactly in the same location as in this video, mine was behind the ECU attached is a separate box on the fire wall. Otherwise identical to this explanation THANK YOU for posting this video.

[@joseanlehu8311]

Tengo el mismo problema con mi R56. Espero tener suerte, mañana lo revisare. Gracias!!!

[@everardosalazar5511]

Glad I found this video. My mother in law’s car sometimes it start and sometimes it doesn’t. I thought it may be the starter but will check that relay. Thanks

[@itsplug1681]

2012 Mini Cooper Base, started and ran just fine until filled with gas. Car started and stalled at the station, so I suspected it was a bad purge valve. When we got it start, drove it back to the garage and then the engine stalled and now it won't turn over, getting no spark. Could this be it?

[@sollykhan2385]

Thank you for posting this AWESOME video, keep up the great work, no BS, No Ego,just pure tutorial with skill and common sense, Bless 🙂😇

[@patrickregan8623]

THANKS FOR TAKING THE TIME TO DO THE VIDEOS, I ENJOY THEM AND VERY HELPFUL.

[@ADVANCEDLEVELAUTO]

Thank you for watching!

[@nicknicu1787]

Great case study! I have to admit that once I got to the relay I would've swapped one of the other 2 to see if it starts. 😁

[@Usmanthemecano]

Exactly what I was thinking lol but he's done it the right way

[@MexiKing74]

Ok question I see one is light green and the other is black are they the same?

[@michaelc326]

Great Vid!! Wish all mechanics were as diligent and knowledgeable as you. Took my Mini to the STEALERship and they did all the free maintenance they could do, but sent me home with the same issue that showed up less than a week later. Just cuz it's warrantied am I going back.

[@mookiemotah]

Amazing! You are such a great troubleshooter. Wish you were closer to NY. New subscriber and DIY'r, and I'm learning so much from you and how easy you explain the process. Thank you!

[@fredrikschlyter4331]

Excellent video, but I'd like to add something for the benefit of those of us who can't afford to spend big money on equipment. In this case a $20 VOM would show that the relay is defective. Just connect the meter across the contacts and crank the engine. Even though the voltage is pulsing, the meter would indicate something far more than the mV's you'd expect from a good relay conducting current. Try AC and DC to see which works best. Please keep the videos coming.

[@ezpaintingl.l.c.9085]

You did a great job on this video i dont even own a mini cooper but you explained this so well it kept me watching.

[@alexleroy6640]

GREAT EXPLANATION ON HOW THINGS WORK. HONEST AND SIMPLE. THANKS

[@trevorward85043]

I'm hoping this also applies to my 2009 Cooper S. Your explanation was a LOT clearer than another video I found here on YT. Thank you!

[@3phatboy2]

Was that the case???

[@trevorward85043]

@@3phatboy2 Mine turned out to be the ECM and security module.

[@josephgronkiewicz328]

I recently bought Hantek scope, it does the job enough for me just like yours does. Thank you very much for sharing that with us.

[@spelunkerd]

Brilliant diagnostics, well explained.

[@Addison2580]

I can’t say anything that everyone else hasn’t already said! Great video and you are one hell of a trouble shooter!

[@timeattack_wu]

One of the best diagnostic videos I’ve seen. Love the joke about tool trucks😂

[@ringotorres9448]

I don't really comment but this is exceptional. Very informative and helpful.

[@mikeanthony3986]

You are a great teacher, very thorough and easy to understand. Great job.

[@althing]

This video came at the best time ever to help me diagnose my car. Bad wiring was the cause, but if it wasn’t for the methodology room this video, I’d be buying and replacing motors and panels, etc wasting ten times more than what I’d actually need .subscribed!,

[@jwilkers1]

Get really good with the snap on scope and then upgrade. I love my Pico but I'm always grabbing my single channel uscope for quick diagnosis. The Pico is so much better than the snap on as far as what all it will do and how much easier it is to play with a capture once you have one that it makes the snap on look pretty bad. I still grab the old modis we have from time to time but it's the last one I grab.

[@erichristau2816]

Great step by step to resolve the problem. My 2007 mini s has been in the shop for 3 weeks now and I believe that is the problem on it as well. Can you please tell them what needs to be done, lol

[@chadalawadaraviteja]

Hello, thanks for the video. I'm facing a similar issue, but a little different - when I try to start, I see that the engine is almost starting (the rpm goes to about 1000ish) and then shuts off. I tried a few times to start it, it didn't start. Then, I re-inserted the key, tried to turn it ON and then the engine turns on normally. This issue happened a couple of times. Could you please tell me what this issue might be?

[@DylanRabier]

Well explained Eric and great job. Wasn't familiar with these 3 wire coils that actually work as 2 wire ones. Something to keep in mind. Thanks for sharing 👍

[@ADVANCEDLEVELAUTO]

Yeah its a BMW design. Thanks for watching!

[@edwindelarosa4968]

We understand that running a business is crazy. And we all ask for more videos like this in a selfish way unconsciously. But bro u got it. I just wanted to commend and thank you. Keep doing what you do. 🙏👊🏽

[@Kayakeryul]

Thank you. It's been a class on its own. Keep making videos like this.

[@victorvaldovinos3938]

How much is it for the job you did here with all that work? Thinking of getting an 08 hatchback s turbo.. should I not? Owner says its miss firing and wont start

[@victorvaldovinos3938]

60k miles it looks so clean too..

[@Fk7danny]

Awesome video bro ! I usually just start switch the spark plugs or I just check fuses or lays but really helpful advice thank you! Keep up the good work

[@Panda74gofaster]

Well, you do you great, this video is four years old... but thank goodness for digital memory... you have saved thousands of dollars...

[@billyyoder8171]

Thank you Eric. Good job. Car battery seemed weak. I'd be curious if the battery voltage was dropping below 9V during cranking. We see the voltage to the coils was dropping to 8V in the video. Stay dry and have a blessed and safe week.

[@johnh193]

Really good job explaining your thoughts and mapping out the issue. Way over my level of experience but Damn.... A+

[@mashabp]

Hi My Man You are the Boss I have learned a lot from this video, patience is a virtue,Please keep posting

[@artetface]

We have a Mini Cooper clubman 2010 I love my mini but they say it’s oil issues and it won’t start took it to mini dealership they even can’t find what’s wrong with it and turned around and charged us $500! But we noticed in warm weather it starts fine until it gets really cold 🥶 we live in Chicago what can we do? Please help!

[@spelunkerd]

By the way, do you use some kind of voltage attenuator when measuring primary coil voltage input? Is the Vantage automatically protected internally from back EMF voltage spikes?

[@antonispk6760]

very helpfull video. one quick question, when you checked with the scope the feed line to the dme from the relay you said that you had 12 volts. That confuses me because if the relay is bad you shouldn't have 12 volts to the dme from the relay right?

[@sgillaspie1]

Thanks for showing the procedure for solving the problem.

[@AntKoo]

Fixed my Mini coupe R58 4 months ago and mechanic told me that there's problem with the body control unit (BCM). He suggested to bypass the BCM and managed to start it. But now it's dead again, and the mechanic won't tell me how did he do it previously. I am clueless as the previous mechanic would not reveal what's wrong, even though I've paid for it. Question : Which part of the bypass would you think fits most for my scenario? (Short circuiting bypassing the Body Control unit) Very much needed your guidance on this 🥺

[@burtpilon1735]

Good one bro and great advice too. I also use the power probe 3 and never really wanted to upgrade to the 4 it’s a great tool but you do have be careful with it. Good job 👍🏻

[@ADVANCEDLEVELAUTO]

It does the job! Thanks for watching!

[@Maysin777]

Great job on explaining! Thx for sharing

[@ernestaduagyeiboateng255]

My mini cranks for a long time before it’s starts. What could possibly be the cause? . Thank you

[@Allrepairs-jd5qu]

Brother you the best , thanks for explaining step by step on how to fix this issue, gbu brother

[@jgeorges3061]

Awesome/Brilliant video and information simple but really excellent to learn what else should i say bravo and bravo and really enjoyable to watch thank you for sharing cheeeeers.

[@ADVANCEDLEVELAUTO]

Thank you!

[@vickenkaragozian2041]

I have the Vantage pro for long time & i still use it & love, And yes i always make money with this scope. Great scope

[@ThunderbirdRocket]

Thanks buddy . One of the best teachers / tutorials !

[@wq43ui]

I have that same issue, it won't crank it will sound as if the engine was flooded, but I can push start and it will run, it only does it when cold, as soon as it warms up it won't do it, mini cooper s 2007 turbo. What else can I check? No codes on system.TIA

[@leonardnelson1501]

What's up bro I like the video I just purchased my first mini cooper 2003 the next day the horn went out the following day I drove a couple places the last stop before Home I got back in to start it and it sounds like the video

[@gt3tunecl725]

Hello. Excellent video. I would like to ask you what you did with making the jumper on the relay, specifically you skipped the control (coil) or the power side of the relay. Is that as I indicated that when I put the relay the 12 V reached the power supply side towards the coils and then I put a permanent 12 V towards the same side that when it is energized it has 12 V. If you could help me with that question to understand everything well, I try to imagine it, but it doesn't give me a result.

[@espedale]

Awesome. Now please do a video on diagnosing and fixing CAS issues on a Mini Cooper R56, PLEASE!

[@prmayner]

Dont let imelda drown you out down there, I'm up in Longview and we're still dry as a bone. I'm jealous. Nice work Thanks for sharing

[@ADVANCEDLEVELAUTO]

Yeah, I'm on the Northwest side of Houston, so it hasn't been too bad. Thanks for watching!

[@ADVANCEDLEVELAUTO]

I take that back. It’s coming down hard over here now lol

[@arash649]

Thanks man,you just saved me few hundred dollars and headache

[@ADVANCEDLEVELAUTO]

Glad I could help

[@johnberger4415]

thanks for the info about the vantage pro i just bought one have been using the mt 2400,you convinced me i needed a scope thank you.

[@lynncortes698]

You are awesome! This explains it in simple terms. You have an excellent understanding of the subject, therefore you can explain it well. Thanks so much

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You are the best Mechanic KZbin Channel for real for sure...

[@robertsrepairmobileservice9104]

Nicely done I don't use the comment but odd say nicely done explained very well in layman's terms

[@neverstoplearning382]

You are right about the scope and all you said about life and tools. Nice video. Regards my friend.

[@ADVANCEDLEVELAUTO]

Thanks friend!

[@964cuplove]

10:51 in my guess - from problems I had years ago with my 993 Porsche - there the DME Relais is known to fail at some age…. And a local mechanic temporarily solved it by unplugging it knocking it and cleaning the contacts. :-) His approach was exactly like yours, some start assist spray to see if fuel was missing - nope Then he already knew it (know issue on the 993) but he checked spark and then he pulled the Relais a couple of times and that fixed it.

[@johnaclark1]

Couldn't agree more on the Vantage Pro. I am new to scope usage and have found it does all I need. I found one on eBay for $650 that was updated to 16.2. I later found a guy on eBay who offered to update mine to 17.4 (the last update for the Vantage Pro) for $250. The nice thing about updating it is the component test meter. It has a LOT of data in there about components and what you should see when testing. It gives a lot of info on how systems work. I can't afford $150/mo for a full service info subscription so the data in the Vantage Pro comes in VERY handy. I'm sure at some point I'll need a 4 channel scope but for now the VP works great. ScannerDanner has an entire video series on his premium channel on how to use it.

[@Anton-jv5oy]

Hello nice Video! I have the same Problem what you have in the Video. Can you say me , when I change or replace the Relais what you meaned . That my Mini will Start ? Do you replaced the Relais ?

[@maingun]

Hello I have a question you coming on the diagram of the case study on the mini Cooper no crank starting on crank but no start diagnosis fix when you got to Pen five and you were running a scope on it if there’s no power on pin 5 before you try to start

[@adammejia9780]

I have a 2012 S R65 which had cold start issues. I diagnosed as best I could and my question is, could this faulty relay cause a cold start issue? Nowadays, my R65 is doing the same as this video after replacing: vacuum pump, timing sensor, fuel filter and LPFP. Thank you!

[@mchristofas]

You do a great job on the videos! it's got to be a complete pita to do.

[@xinyazhang7126]

Thank you so much for the video! Very useful. I am wondering what the best way is to take out the stubborn ignition coil. Thank you!

[@luigicastillo1982]

Good job, I have learning a lot, thank u for all does videos and tools u work with.

[@reynoldfloresluna8896]

Amigo excelente tu video donde consigues los Diagramas d la ECU y electriko gracias por ayuda he informacion

[@tm5346]

Excellent video ask I agree with him going through all that junk is knowledge especially for DYI like ME Thank fillet for KZbin and all of their knowledge and good mechanics

[@paulmcleod1606]

Hi , a bit late to the party but I’ve just purchased a 2007 1.6 petrol n12 mini and it’s struggling to start , I’m hoping it’s a simple fix like this but if you have any ideas I would appreciate your insight

[@themechanic6117]

Great video. Nicely explained and easy to follow. 👍

[@ADVANCEDLEVELAUTO]

Thanks man! btw I'm looking forward to checking out your channel. Subbed!

[@themechanic6117]

@@ADVANCEDLEVELAUTO Thank you. Welcome to the dark side 😂💪

[@mistermister1072]

Hey great video! One of the best i've seen, on troubleshooting these "pos". However, it did not work for me but still a interesting video.

[@kdvytc]

Your channel will grow very fast because you are honest sincere.

[@Christophergriffiths1972]

You my friend are one clever guy!! Great video. 👍🏼👍🏼

[@patrickcayton3072]

Great content. You should throw a shout out to Keith at new level auto for recommending your channel.

[@ADVANCEDLEVELAUTO]

I did personally thank him. Thank you for watching!

[@montehyler]

New subscriber. Great explanation of the secondary ignition waveform and really good video! Thanks!

[@vicky-nc3to]

Great video.... Really wanted to see the good waveform...

[@ilsignoredegliotaku]

Hi! thanks for your video and congratulation for your job! what if I have no voltage on the 15A fuse (30) but the fuse is good? What I have to check? I have a Peugeot 207 1.4i (8fs) like this Mini.. it cranks but don't start and it has no error in diagnose.. please help me I can't find any diagram that can help me

[@1davidro]

great video! I have a 2003 mini cooper, my car wouldnt turn over when It was parked for a while. I thought it was the starter so left the car alone. I put in a new car battery and the car turns but doesnt start. I plugged in the ob2 and got code p1692. It seems the fuel system is disactivated. Also the fuel gauge wasn't working and then started working recently by itself. There was a yellow and black cable - 2 cables, one of them damaged near the fuel tank in the rear. I repaired that and I erased the codes and the car still doesnt start. What do you think it could be ? A short somewhere?

[@MaicSalazarDiagnostics]

Great info and knowledge!! Thanks for sharing! Keith got me here!

[@ADVANCEDLEVELAUTO]

Keith is a cool guy. Thanks for watching!

[@martincooper9277]

thanks for the explation,i lke it a lot .you are a pro keep up the good work.

[@CraneofBoulogne]

Great tip about the Vantage Pro scope. Thanks!

[@yteducation7028]

mine is doing exactly the same!, this video helped a lot

[@tantolayerna3866]

Hey i have same problem with you, engine crank, fuel pump is OK and i replaced the relay as your video. But still there's no spark in the coils. Any conclusion? That's should i check?

[@mylesdawe2609]

One of thee best, knowledgeable videos to help! I subscribed just because of that!

[@ariannaamador4789]

I be like to know if I can apply this in a Mini Cooper turbocharged 2007 I have pretty much the same issue !! Thank you in advance

[@roxanneabbott8424]

Excellent video! Does the regular Vantage have 2 line scope also??