How to replace Valve Cover Gasket Mini Cooper R56 N18 Turbo

[@user-ic7mv6bj4w]

So much information yet Not a single word spoken. All videos should be like this! Thanks and keep up the good work!

[@albertandemilypetren3686]

My thoughts exactly.

[@traec1992]

Thank you Wayne! I actually installed a new valve cover on my Cooper S R56 N18 and used your video for guidance. Like Tom Carrozza mentioned, thanks for the attention to detail!

[@waynesgarage8579]

Thank you, I’m glad it helped

[@randallraines5704]

Thanks for this, You made it super clear. turned out to be an easy install.

[@tomcarrozza4740]

Great video, thank you so much. I needed to replace spark plug tube gaskets and this was immensely informative. Love your attention to detail!

[@waynesgarage8579]

Glad it helped, thank you for watching

[@elis51501]

Thanks for the posting of this video, It gave me the confidence to do it my self on my 2011 N57!

[@underourrock]

Thank you very much! Very doable job and even easier seeing it in detail!

[@geoffreygilbertson5914]

Thanks! Every other R56 video available on this subject seems to be for the N14 engine instead.

[@boejoss]

Thank you ever so much for this, have done the job a couple of times on MR2s but nervous about doing it on the Mini. I get a chirp at low revs/heavy load which I think could be the PCV, a previous attempt to replace just the PCV resulted in snapped clips, so need to replace the whole cover. The aftermarket PCV valves and covers are terrible, so just weighing up paying the extra for a genuine Mini valve cover.

[@boejoss]

Urghh just seen my own comment. Aftermarket cover lasted ~ a year. Just replaced the vaccuum pump in case that was an oil leak source, but think it's actually the rear of the rocker cover. Bought a new gasket and going to stick some RTV on the corners

[@brandonfromlondonuk3484]

Thanks Wayne for this video i did it just how you showed , broke a clip though and struggled to get the cover back on but all went well ! thanks

[@waynesgarage8579]

Brandon, Thanks for watching. Are you referring to the clip in this link? www.partsgeek.com/gbproducts/DC/96891-05819030.html?DN&PartsGeek+Google+Base&+Mini+Cooper+Valve+Cover+Hold+Down+Tab+Genuine+11-15+Mini+Valve+Cover+Hold+Down+Tab+2014+2013&gclid=Cj0KCQjws4aKBhDPARIsAIWH0JXpxJwp7LEczorW5dBr4u_kWoHqi1mvl1bNly02HDs1mttes3e1TfMaApV7EALw_wcB

[@brandonfromlondonuk3484]

Hi Wayne no its the sort of cable tie clip that holds one of the cables to the valve cover its a tiny little clip ! its ok though as when you put the top smaller cover on it covers it so its no big deal ... i also put a little RTV gasket maker on some of the corners .. so am testing it all this week to see if it leaks but all looks good so far so big thanks

[@frankmafia1420]

Thx you for the vid I’m about to put mine back on hope everything goes well I accidentally wrote my reply to you in Brandon msg I also had hard time trying to disconnect the hose that goes to the air filter to valve cover the part you have to Squeeze plastic was a little brittle

[@waynesgarage8579]

That clip is known to be brittle, some of the mechanics at Mini just break them to save time because they have them in stock to replace. If you look online I think they’re around $5. Part number 11127589618

[@sirisackx1582]

Great video! Wayne 🤝 waiting for my parts gasket+ pcv. Hey! Mr. Wayne you have any video how to remove+ replace PCV valve??? Thank you 🙏. Pat I have similar car like your 2013 mini Cooper S R56 N18. ** Hope to hear from you soon. ** Want to ask you. Do you put any sealant on the valve gasket before you reinstall it???? Thank you.

[@bainasshafa26]

thank you for the video tutorial that you present🙏🙏

[@e47kz]

why were those silver metal sleeves removed from the ignition coil, to act as a guide when reinstalling?

[@waynesgarage8579]

If I have to guess it is a form of heat shield

[@chrismoran6585]

Thanks so much!

[@AlexisRodriguez-yv6sf]

Why didn’t u use any rtv in any of the corners?

[@jcreswick]

Hi any other sealant needed?

[@steezymiyagi]

Thanks for the video, Wayne! I removed my valve cover last week and when I went to turn on the car it ignites but it doesn’t turn on. The ground cable broke so I had to reground it, is it possible I did that wrong? Thanks!!

[@waynesgarage8579]

It’s possible oil from the valve cover made their way down the spark plug coil tube causing a hard start. It’ll be puffing out dark smoke if that’s the case. As for the ground cable make sure it’s a clean connection and keep me updated on your progress

[@steezymiyagi]

@@waynesgarage8579 let’s say oil did go down the spark plug coil, what would I do to fix that? Also, if it’s not grounded would the car pop? It sounds like it ignites but doesn’t actually turn on so it makes a popping sound like a loud miss fire.

[@jtomczak100]

Couple other videos told me 88 ft lbs..and others told me 10nm idk what to do

[@ananias-]

that dirt was so scary to watch..😳

[@n5100ny]

What are the tools needed for this project?

[@waynesgarage8579]

Off top of my head: 10mm deep socket + extension Variety of long flat head screw drivers. Pocket screwdriver Slip joint pliers Several style of Needle nose pliers Cleaner/Degreaser and rags Pretty much all basic tools but it’ll take some time to thoroughly remove the harden gasket and clean.

[@cansarac7937]

Hi there you know that secondary turbo pipe that goes to gasket, my new one is closed but i dont remember if old one was like that too, is it suppoes to be closed like that(maybe there is a valve there?) 3:11 Also ı break that pipes clips and cant find anywere any suggestion? Lastly 3:42 i do not have those metal inside cylinders, is it normal? Thanks! Can

[@cansarac7937]

I can share images with any method you suggest! I really appriciate if you can help!

[@cansarac7937]

I can share images with any method of communication you suggest! If you can help i really appreciate that!

[@chiloh1051]

My idea of ASMR. 😂

[@horacecardona4163]

Is loctite used in the screws?

[@waynesgarage8579]

No thread sealant was used on the screws

[@n5100ny]

how much is the dealer charge for changing the gasket?

[@waynesgarage8579]

I wouldn’t be surprised if it’s $400+ for a job like this

[@lightlyone]

Pretty soon, the only metal parts on a BMW engine will be the bearings and maybe pistons.

[@PrestigeWorldwide-XXII]

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[@ronneyrendon5045]

????? It didn't look like there was anything wrong with the seal what so ever. The one you removed looked to be a perfect shape to me.

[@pfccukierski]

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