MINI Cooper S Supercharger Removal & Oil Service R53 Eaton M45

How to refill the oil in your 2002-2006 R53 MINI Cooper Eaton M45 supercharger. Oil Fill Amount: Front: 4.9oz + Rear: 1.4oz
Remove supercharger from car. Also replace water pump inlet o-ring. Running out of oil can cause water pump PTO gear damage or other supercharger damage.
Refill with GM 12345982 supercharger oil. Buy here:
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Belt tensioner tool:
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Hose clamp pliers:
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Water pump O-ring:
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Need a used supercharger?
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Put car in Front End Service Mode first. See my other video for how to do this: • Front End Service mode...
Sorry, the camera battery died during re-assembly. I will make a new full video the next time I do this job. (And I am buying a bigger battery for my camera-argh!)
Check out my supercharger pulley mod video:
• Video
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[@dakotawood2614]

Own a 2006 Mini Cooper S/R53, 168K miles. Supercharger bearing was failing; lots of clatter. Mini dealership assessed the problem, as well as oil seepage likely from oil pan gasket and crank sensor and a few other items. Estimated cost to repair was approx $6500. After viewing your videos--Front End Service Mode, Oil Pan Gasket/Crank Sensor O-Ring, and Supercharger Removal--went to work fixing things myself. Reman supercharger, new water pump, new gasket/oil ring for pan and crank sensor, new o-ring on dipstick tube; while I was at it a new headlamp washer module, hood supports, and some other odds and ends. Total cost:

[@claricevonbehren7241]

Front end service mode

[@8Djoshh]

$6,500!? 😩 😥 I just bought a used one last year, and the prospect of that price for work on the car is daunting

[@RougeSprat]

Yeah, I just picked up a used one for less than what that service cost was. Figure it's my project car, Not the daily driver.

[@boofknuckle9163]

Mod Mini is a God! I’ve got an 06 r53 with all the classic leaks and problems... auto shop wanted ridiculous money to do simple things, (as we all know) third car not daily driver- was really considering getting rid of her until I saw this man’s amazing tutorials and fully descriptive vids on anything from simple to cringeworthy overwhelming things. Thanks to the mini Mod god, I am able to put my super little fun mobile back on the road and am confident that I can tackle most any task now! Falling back in love with my car, and loving the MOD GOD! Thanks and keep it up-I know I’m grateful for your diligence.

[@delaceybrown9538]

Just finished servicing my supercharger, replacing my water pump and flange, as well as my thermostat and the housing and a few hoses, as well as the crankshaft sensor o-ring as suggested all thanks to your videos Thanks a ton man And keep up the amazing work!!!

[@PeacewiththeGraces]

How long did it all take you about minus the horses, flange, and thermostat? Going to tackle this in a few days

[@steveplod]

Just here to say thank you so much for this video. I was able to do this job as well as replace my PTO gear, endplate, water pump, etc. when it failed, all with the help of this video (and your front end service mode video) and hand tools. I don't know how many hundreds of dollars I saved in labor by doing it myself. 1k miles later, and the car is still going strong. Keep these R53 videos coming!

[@mihnearadu106]

Stephen Plodinec Would be so kind to share how you replaced your PTO gears? Where and how did you get the parts ? Did you do the rebuild yourself? Thank you ever so much!

[@steveplod]

@@mihnearadu106 Wow this is a blast from the past, I had forgotten about this comment from 5 years ago! If I remember correctly, I was able to find a new endplate and a PTO gear on ebay (the larger gear that's connected to the endplate--the smaller gear was in good shape, so I didn't replace it). The gear is simply pressed onto the shaft and held by pressure, so I got the new gear onto the shaft of my new endplate by "wiggling" it down: use a heavy-duty vise to push one side of the gear a milimeter so, rotate 180 degrees and do the same thing, on and on until the gear moves down into place. Since it's so tight you need a lot of force to do it; I had a large bench-mounted iron vise. Looking back on it I'd recommend trying to find a whole new endplate assembly complete with gear, but my shade tree method worked for the rest of the 30k miles I had the car (finally sunsetted it at 200k+. Miss that thing)

[@michaelking42]

I love your no bullshit way of working. Watching your videos is like watching a F1 pitstop. Many thanks.

[@dchawk4x]

Your tutorials are the best on you tube! Thank you again for the blood sweat and tears you save me again and again!!!

[@shades9179]

Thanks for another great video! Been contemplating servicing the SC oil change myself for a long time but could only imagine what was invoked. When I bought my new R53 in 2004 the Mini Dealer Service stated that the transmission and supercharger oil were "lifetime" and "never need changing". I've been working on my own cars long enough to know = Never Say Never! Servicing the SC is going to be a daunting experience for me to say the least. Your video has clearly prepared me to know what to expect. I'm now up to the challenge -Thanks again Mod Mini!

[@carnifex2173]

Well how’d it go?

[@blankfocus1521]

Your videos are great. I don't do any of my own work like this but it's fun to watch what I'm paying my mechanic for when I have things done. I just don't have the facilities to do this kind of work comfortably.

[@killxshotx]

I'm not gonna lie... I had taken the front end completely apart to get to the water pump and supercharger to find my antifreeze leak.... Couldn't get it off and this man helped me so much

[@countmontecristo1700]

that was a great video I'm about do my daughter's and couldn't have done it without your vid. Excellent!

[@justchris846]

Man, your an absolute angel!!! How many thousands of dollars have you saved ppl cause you took the time and had patience to show us how to “Mini Cooper”

[@ModMINI]

It’s probably in the millions by now ...?

[@ankleater2112]

The shop by my house wanted over $3k to do this service plus all the other related coolant services. It took three weeks but I was able to do it myself following this video and the front end service mode video. Thank you so much!!

[@ModMINI]

Good job. That sounds way overpriced.

[@joeandmax1]

The independent mini garage in san diego quoted me USD$2600 to do this+new serpentine tensioner, which is $200 shy of what I got the whole car for!@@ModMINI

[@supatony]

A BIG Thank you mate. First time working on a mini. You saved me a LOT of time. And I has to laugh as I was also taking it apart with AEG power tools as well. Keep up the aweswom work mate.

[@d.c.7946]

Thank you so much for the video. The worse part in it all is that SC intake pipe (off and back on) I couldn't get it till I took the bypass off (3x 10mm bolts) and put it back on as 1 piece with the intake pipe and then it all slid together super easy. This video helped ALOT!

[@KrisYates]

This guide is fantastic. Over the weekend, I just wrapped up this project, starting with your Front End Service mode video then moving to this one. The only thing I would add pertains to the vertical section of hose that goes up to the bypass valve from the supercharger intake. If you remove BOTH hose clamps, it allows the short section of hose to sort of "tilt" to the left, allowing for easier removal and MUCH easier installation of the SC intake pipe. Thanks again for a great guide!.

[@ModMINI]

Kris Yates I didn't suggest removing those clamps because they can be very difficult to reinstall unless you replace them with worm style clamps. If you will be replacing them, it can help.

[@benlang860]

Great job on the video. It takes a massive amount of effort narrate such an informative video. Keep up the awesome work.

[@snapdaddy5150]

I am doing this service to my Mini. Lots of small parts to keep track of. I will replace the oil, seal to intake and crank case possitioning sensor. belt will get changed to. Wont cost me much escept time. Thanks for the wonderfull step by step video!

[@gregallen690]

This man is the only one to watch for sure!!!! He kinda blew threw that video faster than usual. That being said I've done enough research & more than not just say run it till it Blows then slap a rebuilt on which is precisely what I'll do. (DON'T FIX IT IF IT AIN'T BROKE!!!) Specially on these little hot rods!!! Basic maintenance, oil changes etc...... this one I have now is at 94,000 with a 15% pulley & still screams through the high rpm's!!!! I will always have one of these cars for tons of fun!!!! P.s r53's are far from every day driving cars. If you drive them every day the way they like to be driven you will be under it more than in it!!!!!!🤪💨💨💨💭💭💭

[@danielwicklander518]

I found a 05 S r53 to use as a lil work car while im on the road so i can park my Dually.. this video has convinced me as much as id love to have one, i can foresee more wrenching than i probably wanna get into while in a Rv park and not at home lol Great video though thank you🤙

[@peternewton6804]

Love your videos, I learn so much, keep them coming for the 2003 cooper s...thanks.

[@stevenbeli700]

Another outstanding contribution... very thorough detail and knowledge share. Thank you again for efforts on this.

[@j.amethyst5685]

I'm with David Salazar! You the real MVP. You literally just saved me 500 bills Somebody get this guy a BEER! PLEASE Keep the ViDeoS going

[@jz7006]

Thank you so much for the vid!!! Pray it goes half as smooth as you make it look 🤞

[@popnsplat]

I finally started tearing into my JCW for a supercharger oil, CPS O ring, dipstick O ring, belt, 15% pulley, valve cover and spark plug tube gaskets, radiator hoses, water pump, and a buttload of other stuff, and I have to say that this video may be the single most helpful piece of information I've found in my entire life. I just got the blower off and am taking a break to come tell you that you've saved HOURS of my life. I did prefer to simply disconnect the battery and remove the alternator itself, but I cracked the plastic holding the hot lead of the alternator to the body, so if you do that, make sure you hold onto the alternator wire with a pair of pliers while you turn the nut. I definitely also think having a door panel removal tool like you used helped immensely in removing the hoses, and I would definitely suggest a pair of long nose pliers like you have, because I didn't have them and had to make due with channel locks and big needle nose pliers, which sucked.

[@ModMINI]

Dedicated hose clamp pliers like these are practically essential for working on this engine. amzn.to/2gfFLz7

[@Dasboot1100]

Excellent series of uploads. after watching (many times) this particular upload I completed a front end service. The quality, instruction and tips are top notch. Saved a lot of bucks so thank you. Dave (UK)

[@noel5ilv3rlake]

This will help me to service the supercharger before somethings happening, my MCS R53 now at 65K it’s still fine but maybe now I just to top up the front SC of the oil reservoir, This job should be done by myself next time Thank you so much , I appreciated

[@joymariano7423]

Thanks Mr. Mod Mini - your videos are amazingly helpful😍

[@Cleandrycleaning]

Thanks for all the videos , I'm going to be doing KAVS upgrade and SC oil service

[@theaveragemadgenius8785]

I graduated top of class at uti and normally look down on other mechanics, my theory is the carbon monoxide they love breathing :) anyways I've watched hundreds of fix it and maintenance videos but what you just accomplished in 10 minutes was incredible. Nuisance of a car but girls love them. Great job.

[@ModMINI]

I wish I had a proper technical education. I've taught myself everything I know and I'm probably missing a lot.

[@ikajeiOFFICIAL]

Thank you for this video! I want to service my supercharger and now I know how to do that!

[@Sailmonster]

Thanks Mod, That is what I thought about the engine, thanks for clarifying. I have a strong burning rubber smell so I am sure that is it or a part of it. Your videos are such a great help. Thanks!

[@ModMINI]

+SAILMONSTER Rubber smell = yeah, most likely the crankshaft pulley has come apart.

[@sarnieken]

Great videos. I just wish I had the space, the tools and the guts to do this kind of thing myself. I've recently dropped over 1500GBP on mine to get the clutch, flywheel and bushes replaced.

[@equaliser2265]

Rip off Britain.

[@deanalbright1403]

you are incredible man great job ive used plenty of your videos! keep it up!

[@RacecarsAndRicefish]

wow you make it look so easy! I'm on my way to the junkyard now to try to scoop up one of these superchargers for my miata, but it'll be freezing and snowy hopefully I can get it done within a couple hours!

[@RacecarsAndRicefish]

success!!!

[@rickdeakin5676]

Excellent tutorial video by the way!

[@grimlycurmudgeon1298]

I have one of these on a shelf - good video, thanks. That MINI installation looks like a proper pita - must've been designed by the French member of the BMW team.

[@alfredvalrie5541]

Grimly Curmudgeon 🤣

[@ghostwrench2292]

from my perspective as a dealer mechanic, Mini supercharger removal/replacement is not even close to the top of my list of "proper pita" jobs to do. With the car in service mode it's almost a wet dream to work on these.

[@veloce1772]

I can understand why the SC inlet pipe is your least favorite part. Dismantling it was really difficult. And reassembling it was worse, until I unbolted the air conduit on the side of the outlet of the intercooler. Then everything simply slipped together in half a second. I also took advantage of the access to the alternator to replace it. It was emitting a whine. It turned out that the housing was cracked too. Well, I now have a nearly brand new 2003 MINI Cooper S, thanks to you and your excellent videos!

[@chloel626]

Ohhhh here is the answer i been looking for! Ive been trying to reinstall the intake duct for an hour without success. It just wont go in all the way to align the bolt. Thank you!!!!! For the awesome tip!

[@Poohwaltrip]

Awesome video it was very helpful. Keep up the good work.

[@robertsissac7954]

thank you for these gems. well done!

[@cindersbamber]

Fantastic , don't think I'll be doing it myself but really well explained.

[@fprintf]

so when Mod Mini says that the plastic tube is his "favorite" part of the job, let me concur with his sarcasm. That tube was a bitch and a half to get off and back on. Every other part of the process was relatively straight forward, but man that part was a real problem! I think I spent about 2 hours on it alone, between taking it off and then getting it back on. It takes a little force to get it back into place and lined up, especially with a new green gasket.

[@ModMINI]

+fprintf I hate that tube but have figured out the easiest way to deal with it. It's easiest if you remove the three 11mm bolts on the intercooler horn on the bypass valve side and remove it together with the bypass valve / horn and the rubber tube...

[@ToughShiftGarage]

Awesome video, doing this tomorrow.

[@hoodmeister]

Just did mine at 206K miles, on a 2002 R53. SC had plenty of good looking oil, which really surprised me. I don't recommend waiting this long, but your SC may be in better shape than you think!

[@ModMINI]

Wow. I've seen two go bad at around 160k. I've also just worked on one that was 190k and still had some oil left.

[@hoodmeister]

By the way, thanks for the video. Really helped me!

[@fotomedia1]

Is it safe up to 150K? Are there sign to know when oil is needed? Whats the recommended mileage for supercharger oil change?

[@ghostwrench2292]

@@fotomedia1 My R53 has 157K miles on it when it got the rattle. I am in process of supercharger replacement now. I suggest you do this oil service immediately.

[@chunhui323]

I love your video, keep it up

[@kingofenigma9678]

thank you for doing this

[@davidrpalmaR1]

Very useful video, thanks a lot friend!!!!!

[@gentlecarlosible]

Just finished this job tonight. Only comment I have is the plastic inlet pipe to the supercharger (the part you said was the worst part on the car). Is a piece of piss if you simply undo the 3 nuts on the right side of the inlet manifold. The whole shooting match slides to the right with no need for faffing about with that small rubber hose between the 2. Everything else is spot on. Just thought I would put it out there as anything to make it easier for others. ;)

[@gentlecarlosible]

Also. There is no need to remove the dip stick tube. Just remove the 2 bolts that hold it in place and the supercharger will wiggle out through the gap. Ileviating any chance of water in the sump ;)

[@angeladierckx8781]

amazing! Great howto!

[@Mender078]

Thank you, very helpful!!

[@pablopaha]

I always look forward to your videos. They're great! I'll be removing my SC sometime in the near future so that I can remove the OEM water pump and replace it with an electric water pump. I want to do this to rectify the PTO gear and PTO oil replacement issues. At the same time, I'm thinking of removing the PTO cover and replacing it with a blanking plate. With the removal of the OEM water pump drive gear there shouldn't be any need to fill the PTO chamber with oil should there.

[@ModMINI]

I'd still put a little oil in there to be safe. There is an output shaft and you wouldn't want the seal to dry out.

[@jjbbuzz1]

always great vids, a question, i took mine out all ok, before i put back in, can i jet wash all the outsides of the supercharger?

[@thegrandloofty2621]

Thank u for making it easier to work on my gfs car

[@hasanal-thigah8484]

It's a wonderful video. keep up the good work, you made me seriously thinking about buying a mini, I was a bit hesitating about it because of the servicing. But after watching your channels and videos you got me enthusiastic about the whole thing. btw, can you share the links for the electric impact wrench that you're using in the video?! Thanks

[@ModMINI]

hasan Al-Thigah That's cool, thanks for letting me know. The large impact driver I use comes from Home Depot, any 18v gun with 1/4 bit should be similar. Home Depot sells as part of a ~$200 set, but you can also get the impact driver separately if you already have battery/charger. Driver: amzn.to/16xnbJx The whole set goes on sale sometimes for around $180-200 at Home Depot. www.amazon.com/RIDGID-Compact-Impact-Driver-R9600SB The small angle impact driver is: amzn.to/1jPBOew I use both a lot, both on cars and around the house.

[@Fidelio982]

hi! have you a video where you change bearings of supercharger? thanks

[@alconk7129]

Thank you so much for your videos as I plan on doing this over my Christmas break along with a couple other items. My car has 69K miles and would also like to do the pulley swap but not sure whether the 15% or 17% would better. My car is bone stock right now and want to do a cold air intake right away but there's a few to choose from. Do you have a suggestion? I like the looks of the JCW but if there's something better please advise. Also since I'm new to the Mini world what does PTO stand for? I keep thinking tractor related.. Also I really want to add a boost and oil pressure gauge and since it will be in front end service mode I figured it would be easier to add those but where do you tap in for the boost? And what gauges are you running along with the pods? Thanks a million!

[@MarkBonini]

I recently purchased a 2007 R52 and came across your videos. Thank you so much. You appear to be well qualified. I wish you were in the Sacramento, California area. Your videos are going to allow me to take on some jobs regarding my MINI I may not have attempted. That said, any shops or mechanics you recommend in my area?

[@ModMINI]

Not sure, but I think MINI Mania is in your area. You might try asking them

[@anthonygraham3854]

hey love your videos and work. I have a question, had my 05 r53 for about a month now and it runs mint well until yesterday, because it's starting to over heat, now I was thinking, thermostat because i have no heat in the car, but then I really started wondering if it's my waterpump, any advice ?? please and thank you

[@TheWheelLifeChad]

I just saw this video and realized that it would probably be a wise decision for me to service the supercharger oil on my Mini S that I just bought. I may as well swap the pulley out to a 15% while I'm servicing the supercharger right? I was going to eventually swap out the pulley anyway so this seems like the most opportune time.

[@ModMINI]

If you have the supercharger off the car anyway, it would easier be than doing it on the car (although it's not terribly hard t to do even when on the car)

[@wturruellas]

Hi I just got a 2005 mini cooper s and is making a really loud grinding noise around the supercharger do you think I have a bad supercharger ? thank you for all your great videos they are very helpful

[@mike3133f]

Thanks for the video, did this today with.no major hiccups . Also did the thermostat, crankshaft position sensor o-ring. Only question is its all back together except the tensioner bolt, how do i get that so it won't cross thread?

[@mike3133f]

Apparenlty a good nights sleep and coffee were all that were needed.

[@jasonharris967]

Doing this on my 05, but I'm also gonna be replacing the pulley with it, easier to replace supercharger pulley while it's off the car?

[@integrityassist]

You sir, are outstanding! You make it seem so effortless. I know you probably do this everyday (unlike myself) but you make it all seem very possible. With the right tools, teacher (yourself) and time, I feel like I can actually do some of my own mods and repairs. Thank you for your comprehensive approach and not meandering around with thoughtless drivel like so many other video makers do. My serpentine belt is going bad (walking) at 74k on my 03 S. I will be attempting to install a 17% pulley, cooler plugs and ignition coil along with a cold air intake within the next few weeks. With so many different brands out there (pulley, intakes, etc...) what might you recommend in terms of quality and performance output? My endowment of self confidence is derived from my first self repair; my starter. Thank you again for all your videos and God bless you sir.

[@ModMINI]

Thanks for watching and glad the videos are useful. A pulley is a pulley. A long as it's round and the correct diameter, any brand will do. Intakes are similar. As long as they intake cold air, there is really no difference - go for what you like in terms of appearance. I might recommend a foam type filter if you really are going for more power. They may breath slightly better than a media filter.

[@citycen01]

Great video, we just got a 2004 Mini S and we think that the Supercharge needs oil because it seems to have gotten stuck and tore the belt into a few different pieces. Thanks for the guide.

[@ModMINI]

If it tore the belt, it may be too late for oil. But it's possible that this was something other than the supercharger. The alternator or AC compressor could have seized up.

[@citycen01]

***** oh, well, we took off the belt and turned them all manually and they all moved.

[@ModMINI]

An old belt will do that even if there is nothing else wrong with the car.

[@steveforks9698]

Mini cars look like a fooking pain to work on but hey well done on the tutorial vid, nice job..... wish we had these 20 years ago

[@ModMINI]

I'd rather work on MINI than anything V8. Did valve cover gasket on our X5 the other day and it was not fun.

[@garyb7658]

Hey MOD Mini! Inspired by your Blown Engine videos and many other helpful posts... I am doing my own rebuild. Stuck on the Drive Belt... I have a 2% Crank, 17% SC Pulley and obviously AC... a 6PK1368 will not fit :/ this was advised!

[@tigercaddymini3993]

Thank you for another very helpful video. You make these jobs much easier. My '04 is just past 100K miles and I have pulled the S/C. It had about the right amount of oil in both ends and the oil wasn't too filthy. Do you think refilling it with oil is all I should do at this point or should I further service the S/C? Everything was running fine and the bearings feel solid when turned by hand. I don't want to pay close to $1000 for a rebuilt unit right now. Thanks again!

[@ModMINI]

+TigerCaddy MINI About 90% of the time the oil is usually fine. If the levels were healthy, nothing else should be needed.

[@autumnrush2430]

Hey I enjoy your videos. I have a 03 MIni Cooper S with 99, 600 miles on it. I am contemplating the super charger service. What other repairs/services items should be done at the same time as the super charger (water pump, tensioner, belt, hoses)? I would also like to install the 15% super charger pulley. Should all this be done at the same time?

[@mikewatson1675]

Hey! Thanks for the video as usual! I have a huge coolant leak that i believe is coming from the water pump oring that connects to the engine block. Have you seen this oring fail before? I did a bunch of work on the car about 4 years/10,000kms ago and that oring was replaced at that time, so it's pretty frustrating that it already failed (if that is where it's actually coming from). Thanks!

[@mwaller66]

Fill points? Which is front and which is rear- Not L and R? Thanks again for the great info!

[@GloriosoMD]

Could you explain what you do after unbolting the throttle body? Do you take it off? Or just slide it to the side?

[@TheDeadlyvenom101]

Hi thanks for replying. I have removed chain cover and lined up lower and upper links and the leads are number I presuming that number 1 cylinder is crank side . I agree with you this is y I have checked and rechecked timing and it seems to be all ok I also have code say problem with vacuum on inlet I have put vac gauge in map hole and I am getting positive pressure. ?

[@ModMINI]

timothy essex Which MAP hole? Probably doesn't matter because you won't get vacuum until the car is idling. But you need to check the pre-boost MAP to get vacuum (the one on top of the thermostat) Maybe a burnt or stuck valve? Beyond that I am not sure.

[@monkeytutz2]

Just weighing up doing a supercharger service and pulley swap on my motor. Looking at the images I'm thinking I could get the old pulley off with a 2 or 3 legged puller once the supercharger is on the bench. Do you think that would work or do I need to fork out for the special tool?

[@cmj20002]

Good video, but it is kinda lame that Mini didn't have a better design to the Super Charger allowing easier oil changes. My brother had a super charged Chev small block and that SC was much easier to service. I guess it isn't Mini as they didn't make the SC that was Eaton, but still. My Mini has the turbo and at least that is low maintenance. It is about the only thing on the car that doesn't require some sort of intervention. These cars have so many issues, but I love it.

[@Iowacanadianguy]

Thanks, love your videos. I think i have small coolant leak coming from my pump. So since i have to do all the work to get to it im going to order a new pump, housing and thermostat. Might as well change the pully to a 17% while its out and change fluid. think i may get a new belt tensioner and idler pully. Oh and also have to change the crank sensor oring. Anything else? Thanks again for the precise videos.

[@ModMINI]

Maybe the green gasket between supercharger and intake tube.

[@Iowacanadianguy]

Mod MINI I will have to look into that. Do you know what its called if i look on ebay or something?

[@robertogerace]

gday mate! Thank you so much for the awesome video! Thanks to you I've decided to tackle the service of my 2004 Mini Cooper S. She has recently started rattling from the S/C waterpump area, I've removed them both. Do I replace the water pump and s/c bearings? car has 150k kilometres on the odometer.

[@ModMINI]

I'd replace the entire supercharger with used one on ebay. They can't really be rebuilt with success. goo.gl/HscqNM

[@asianR53]

I want to buy a mini cooper s r53, how do I know the supercharger is ok/ need oil service?

[@fernandogre1690]

Your videos are very helpful ,thank you!!!can you provide me with the information on specialty Mini tools like the belt tension and the supercharge pulley removal tool? Thank you again.

[@ModMINI]

See video description.

[@eddiecox7450]

Thanks to your video it made it so much easier for me to do this to my wife’s car, her supercharger started making some noise so I looked it up and found yours. On the front it had 4 ozs of oil but the rear only had a few drops come out. Do you think I would have to get another supercharger or is there a way to check this one. Thanks

[@ModMINI]

If it had any oil drip out it is usually ok but you would have to remove the cover and look at the gears to know for sure.

[@Jolly-Sid69]

Hello. For how long does supercharger last and how often should the oil be replaced? Thank you

[@reinier1234]

I’ve read to fill the oil, just fill it then level it out let it leak , just like trans oil filling it up?

[@bikesskills5619]

I love your videos, but my homework I read 140 mL on the crank pulley side, and 40 mL on the water pump side is that inaccurate?

[@impulse922]

It looks like someone already cheated and installed worm drive clamps on that bypass tube. Clic-r and Norma clamps are AWESOME if you have the right pliers for them. They are pretty cheap on that auction site, too.

[@ganaiemmohammad5796]

hii sir. i have aproblem with my mini cooper s 2012 r56 engine n18b16a..the computer shows " low pressure" . i replaced a new high pressure pump and its didn't work. what do you is the problem?

[@gregmcq1]

Thanks for your excellent videos- I have a questions I hope you can answer. I have the S/Charger out, but noticed on the intake duct- the plastic part you don't like, 2 tubes, and one was disconnected at the other end- the light grey one on the right. What is it and where does it connect to? No idea where it does when I reassemble it...... thanks!

[@ModMINI]

Probably broken. Connects to the precharge air mass sensor next to airbox.

[@joymariano7423]

Thanks for the great video. I am attemting to replace my Supercharger, do I need to take out the radiator or just pull out the bumpers as shown on your front service mode? Thanks again....

[@ModMINI]

it's probably not worth it to try to work around the radiator. It's only a few extra minutes and gives you much more working space.

[@dimitrimenkiena4795]

just wanted to put out there, i had a p0507 code and could hear hissing when i put my ear to the middle of the radiator. Cause was the infamous green gasket leaking.

[@TerrySmith-pe7sf]

Fabulous video - out of curiosity, how to obtain such car repair skills and knowledge?

[@ModMINI]

For me, it's all self taught, try and try again, tools and a botched job or two are still cheaper than hiring someone.

[@switchfacetattoos]

Nice job here. Do you have any videos of cut off vale replacements?

[@ModMINI]

Hi. Thanks for watching. I suspect you mean bypass valve? No videos yet but will be sure to record one if I do this job.

[@MrDub812]

Hey I have a 2002 Mini Cooper s I’m getting a noise and it sounds like it’s the supercharger do you know a lot about these cars? Seems like you do, also since the noise I don’t feel like I’m getting the same power out of the mini and I don’t hear that wine of the supercharger anymore

[@LillyPadPwnz]

Replaced my sc successfully last weekend, and wanted to thank you! Couldn't have done it as easy as it went without your help, for sure! I've got a few questions though if you don't mind me asking; The R53 was sitting about 9 months, beginning of last winter, and I just fixed it and got it running normally again. Throughout those months I would start it and let it run for a little but not maybe 5min every couple weeks because I couldn't stand the supercharger noise and what it could possibly be doing to my Mini.. but anyway, is there anything I should look out for from it sitting that long? Other than tires and bulbs, but like any bushings or bearings or anything that could go bad from sitting outside for that long and not hardly driving? Flushed and did all fluids, but I feel like there is more noise when driving down the road now and stiffer steering.. thinking about doing new control arms and adjustable sway bar though, as well as brakes because they were rusted down bad. Idk about the brake pads but the rotors were disgusting. Any ideas or comments?

[@ModMINI]

No should be fine.

[@mikelopez3856]

Wow, Impressive... I wish you were near to WV as I would have you do 100% of my service . I have a 2008 S R52 and a 2006 S R52. I would like to know the location of you shop. I love both cars but except for oil and filter changes ,, I am mechanically challenged. Thanks Mike

[@ModMINI]

Hello. Thank you for watching my videos! I don't have a shop- I am am amateur mechanic working on my own car and other cars in the area, out of my home garage. I am in the Seattle area. I prefer changing oil on the MINI over other cars - it's easy to do so without even jacking the car off the ground if you follow the process I show in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gYfdm3uNrLSVapI No drips, no mess!

[@russgaines2366]

Hello ModMini, over the last 1-2 months, I've spent a significant amount of time watching about 15 to 20 of your R53 maintenance videos. Absolutely love & appreciate the knowledge you are kind enough to share with all of us Cooper-owners. My R53 now has 103+K on it and I have NO issues with my SC - but, dangit - it's time to "do the deal" on change the PTO oil. I've already changed the passenger side oil at 70K and it was absolutely black as dirt. Here's my question which I realize you already answered from another commenter. When you get the front-end (service mode) tore off and begin to have to real access to the SC - do you absolutely have to remove it from the block to refilll the PTO side?? I realize you have to remove the water pump bolts to get the water pump off to access & remove the oil fill port on the PTO end plate - but, can't you just remove the fill plug with an allen wrench key......then, use a syringe to suck out whatever old oil is in there (that's how I removed the oil from the passenger side fill-plug) and then, re-syringe/put the 1.4 OZ of new oil back in the chamber? Please advise as I'll await your answer before tearing apart my car this week.......I'm doing the SC pulley, as well, along with the outer ball joints and the control arm bushings. Thank you again for your incredible videos & Merry Christmas/Happy Holidays! Russ (from KC)

[@ModMINI]

Sorry for the massive KZbin time drain. You have to remove from the block. The drain/fill port is simply not accessible with the water pump in the way. You could possibly rig up something to be able to service it in the future without doing this work, but you'll never get the bolt off with the water pump in the way + still on the block.

[@RDy4TKF]

What do you think about doing that? I had the same idea about suctioning out the passenger side S/C oil while doing the pulley upgrade,and then refilling with a syringe. My car has 85,000 miles and I'm about to upgrade to a 16% pulley.

[@ModMINI]

RDY4TKF I figured I'd have the front of the car off again for one reason or another before the next 80K miles, and I know the car so well it's not a big deal for me to take it apart, so I hadn't really considered it. But if you want to avoid doing that, it's certainly possible to rig something up? You'd have to figure out a way to get the old fluid out, fill with the correct amount, and cap it off so no dust gets in there or fluid leaks out. Some sort of long hollow tube (will need to have bends in it) with a gasket sealed cap would work?

[@russgaines2366]

Hello RDY4TKF, I wanted to respond to your question regarding removing/draining & filling the ***passenger*** side S/C oil chamber on your Gen1 MINI. I, in fact, have ALREADY used the syringe method to pull all the old, nasty black used-oil from my passenger-side chamber and it worked LIKE A CHAMP. All you need to buy is go on eBay and do a search for "supercharger oil". You should find a couple auctions where they are selling LARGE sized syringes with similarly sized plastic tubing that goes on the tip of the syringe. All you have to do is put that plastic tubing into drain port (of course, you need to remove the drain plug....more on this, below), suck out the old oil with the syringe and then, fill the syringe with the brand new oil, reinsert the tubing into the drain hole and PUSH it back into the oil chamber. It's easy. You can also buy on WayMotorWorks site a much smaller magnetic supercharger drain plug to get all those tiny metal shavings inside the chamber OUT of the oil. Lastly, the way I was able to get the OEM drain plug unscrewed from the S/C housing was using a LONG Harbor-Freight extension that has MULTIPLE pivot points. It's called a "Flexible Ratcheting T-Bar" (3/8 drive) and their ITEM # is 98484...it's 18" long and made removing that drain plug = SO EASY! Good luck and I'm putting together a DIY post on how I did this on NAM (NorthAmericanMotoring.com) site within the next month if you need more pictures....I've got 'em! Merry Christmas, Russ (from KC)

[@ModMINI]

***** Yeah the snout chamber is super easy to drain/fill. Not sure if I misunderstood or didn't completely answer the question. The challenge is the PTO chamber (water pump side) and this is unfortunately the one that dries out first.

[@christianmedina3865]

Hi. Any idea what's the size of the stock supercharger pulley? I'm checking one on way motor works. but It says "it doesn't come with pulley" and it actually let you chose what pulley to put on it when you check out. I'm trying to stay stock just so I don't get any headache when I get my smog check. Thank you as always for your awesome videos

[@ModMINI]

To my knowledge there is no such thing as an aftermarket pulley that is the stock sizing. I'd highly recommend getting the 15% pulley.

[@Marcolitos8]

Hello! It's possible to remove the supercharger intake tube without removing all the front? Great video!

[@ModMINI]

Not really.

[@saulgudman9381]

Hello Mod Mini Love your channel btw... I wanted to ask you if it is possible to fit the 6 speed transmission form what I believe is an S 2002-2006 (not too sure) onto a 2002 R50? I have this guy selling one for cheap but i found it odd that he says it came off a 2003 R50 and not a R53. Did the R50s have an option for the 6 speed trans'? Also if I were to go ahead and get it what are all the components that i would need to do a complete swap? Thanks in advance... Cheers...

[@LewReviews]

Question mate the pipe on the left hand side off the intercooler horn that runs under the intercooler I think and to the fule rail can I access that by just taking the intercooler off?

[@ModMINI]

You want to remove fuel rail? Yes, remove intercooler.

[@turesenga917]

Question, how do you remember where everything goes back to when you take it off. For example the bolts

[@ModMINI]

Experience and/or labeling/organization.

[@MobiusGuitars]

While removing the SC inlet pipe, you mention it's your "least favorite part of the entire car" ME TOO!! Do you have any assembly tips to make sure that ridiculous green gasket actually seals? I have a vacuum leak that I've tried correcting by replacing both the pipe & gasket with new OEM parts without success. It seems that however tight you get the green gasket junction is irrelevant since the throttle body support bracket pulls the inlet pipe away from the SC when tightening anyway. Any tips would be SUPER appreciated on this!

[@ModMINI]

+Axe Hacks If the 10mm bolt with the flange threads into the supercharger and the seal is in good condition, it is sealed.

[@DerChrissixx]

Hey, i was doing a supercharger service on a friends 03 r53 just now and had a lot of problems with fitting the pipe you called "the worst part on this car" back onto the supercharger while also fitting that short black tube. after a lot of fiddeling around i somehow got it to fit but the car runs either very lean or rich because the cat started to glow red hot after a few seconds after the first statup, do you have any tips fitting that pipe, because i think theres maybe a leak that causes the engine to run poorly or do you even have an idea what else could be the fault. precats already missing if thats an information needed

[@billwhite7614]

Thanks for the video. Any ideas what would cause the mini to idle high after doing the supercharger service? My SES light is on with a high idle, but I can't get a code off it. Only thing I can think of is something to do with the throttle/MAF.

[@ModMINI]

Vacuum leak. Check intercooler boots or other seals after the throttle body.

[@billwhite7614]

@@ModMINI Thanks, I did find an intercooler boot not fully sealed.