How to perform a Service on a MINI COOPER S R56 07-13

In this video I show you how to service your Mini Cooper S R56. Very easy job that requires basic hand tools, nothing special and no power tools needed.
I personally think it’s great when people service their own vehicles.
Tools:
-Slim Spark Plug Socket: www.eurocarparts.com/p/laser-...
-Magnetic Pick-up tool: www.amazon.co.uk/Blue-Spot-07...
Fluid/filters:
Oil: Liqui Moly 5W-40
Oil Filter: Bosch Oil Filter
Air Filter: Bosch Air Filter
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[@richyclubsport5155]

As someone who's owned several Mini Coopers and Cooper S, I'd highly recommend changing the fuel filter every other service, and only ever run them on high octane quality fuel, like BP or Shell V power, the extra cost is offset by smother running, instant throttle response, more torque, and better economy.

[@Revved_up_jb]

Yeah I always use E5 fuel. Never E10

[@terminallyinquisitive1731]

I tried it and saw no difference in fuel economy and in uk get ripped off for super petrol - so much more expensive. Most petrol stations don't advertise the price either!

[@richyclubsport5155]

@@terminallyinquisitive1731 long term it prevents carbon building up for which these engines are notorious for, 6 pence per liter dearer I'm in UK

[@Revved_up_jb]

@@terminallyinquisitive1731 I’ve tried running my R56 on E10 fuel multiple times but it just doesn’t run right. I wish it. I know what you mean, you only find out how much it is per litre when you actually go to the pump lol. Some around here are like 1.44 for E10 then 1.58 for E5! Which for a full tank difference between the two is a few quid but still

[@terminallyinquisitive1731]

​@@richyclubsport5155coking was more a problem on the older N14 engines

[@miketurnbull7410]

Great video, thanks for taking the time to make it. Really clear and confidence inspiring. Hope to see more.

[@Revved_up_jb]

Glad this video helped you out and there will be more to come in the future! 👍🏻👍🏻

[@Tube-bank]

Very useful video and presented at a good steady pace. Thank you for making it available to us. Peter

[@Revved_up_jb]

Thank you for the feedback Peter! Glad you enjoyed it! 👍🏻

[@Tube-bank]

JBA, keep up the good work 👍 I’ve subscribed, so I look forward to seeing further videos from you. Peter

[@joshuawhatley5798]

Great video! Just bought myself a 2012 Cooper S R56 and haven’t got much experience with DIY work on cars. This is really helpful, thanks 👍🏻

[@Revved_up_jb]

Glad I could help and thank you for the feedback! 👍🏻

[@denny_george]

Hey bud, planning to get a 2012 Mini Cooper S, what are your thoughts on the car? the one I am looking at has 200k KM mileage on it. @joshuawhatley5798

[@killaforrilla5639]

​@@denny_georgemy wife got one with 100km. Burns through a quart of oil every 500 miles. I've had to do numerous repairs and service to it from shocks and struts fuel filter thermostat etc and no matter what it is. It is always an excessive pain in the ass. Terribly engineered cars.

[@denny_george]

@killaforrilla5639 appreciate the response. Sounds like it's being in a relationship with a toxic person and you're constantly thinking you can fix them 😅

[@yodings]

5w 40 is probably about right mate. You want a higher viscosity on cars that are older. Especially ones like this. I use Forte oil fortifier which essentially increases the thickness of the oil. I also use Forte valve seal contitioner in an attempt to avoid a costly trip to the garage. If you intend to keep the car its worth thinking about. Unless you have money for new engines lol.

[@Revved_up_jb]

Unfortunately we are thinking of selling our Mini in the next month or so due to it being extremely expensive! We’ve owned it since March 2021 and have spent over £3k just in repairs, baring in mind we spend £3k just buying the car. So we are over £6k down and it’s just not worth it anymore.

[@14KShadow]

Great video mate, well explained and to the point 💪

[@Revved_up_jb]

Appreciate the feedback! 👍🏻👍🏻

[@14KShadow]

@@Revved_up_jb happy to help and show support 💪

[@denny_george]

Do you recommend getting a 2012 Minicooper S with 200k KM on it? I am buying it from my cousin, and she replaced the belt and AC on it.

[@midlifemini]

Great video. I’m considering replacing my Cooper with a Cooper S. Any pointers to look out for? Also does a 2010 have a cambelt or is it a chain?

[@markobozovic]

Chain. Go for 2011-2013, it's more reliable.

[@terminallyinquisitive1731]

Go for the N18 engine, not the N14...alot less reliable

[@GigiWright]

While looking to purchase a Mini one car"s service record had the oil pan plug replaces 3 time!

[@Revved_up_jb]

That’s strange hahah

[@GigiWright]

@@Revved_up_jb opps

[@skraf883]

On your Odometer, right next to the Miles/KM traveled, there's a triangle with an exclamation point. What is this? I have it on mine too, and I can't get it to turn off.

[@Revved_up_jb]

It could be that you have a service light on, a broken bulb, under inflated tire. Could be anything. At the time of recording this mine was the service light but I’m not sure how to switch it off..

[@skraf883]

@@Revved_up_jb Thanks for the response. I'm trying to track this down.

[@terminallyinquisitive1731]

To finally check oil level and for leaks around filter I'd run the engine for a couple of minutes then let it stand for 10 minutes before checking oil level. Btw dip stick guage on mine - 2012 Cooper S is the same colour as oil - great design not!

[@Revved_up_jb]

Me too! I drilled little divets on the tip of the dipstick… worst design ever!