2002-06 MINI Cooper S Clutch Replacement Part 2 of 2

[@kingfisherautomotif9884]

Well, thanks to you I fitted my clutch!! I am not a mechanic, 5.5 hours having never done a front wheel drive clutch before. Mine is right hand drive, I opted to leave the steering rack connected to the vehicle & drop the sub frame only but I could not have done it without this amazing piece of video. Many thanks. I would advise anyone not to be scared of this job :-)

[@sigfridarriaza]

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[@SpeechScience421]

I cannot thank you enough! I've just finished replacing the clutch on my MINI, and it's all because of your excellent video. Not sure I'd want to do it again, but I learned a lot from the experience 🙂

[@jessepatino8828]

I really appreciate how detailed you are!!! The fact that you let us know which bolts and what sizes. I really enjoy your videos!

[@Maggie-sd8ld]

Mod MINI- I bought a 2005 Mini Cooper S Convertible (R52) for my son for his first car. After we bought it we figured out it needed a new clutch. To be honest I was distraught about this. I am not a mechanic but am somewhat mechanical. After watching your 2 part video I felt completely confident that I could do it. And just so you know, I did it and now feel that I understand this little beauty a whole lot better. I would not have been able to do it without your video(s) and wanted to say thank you for taking the time to help out "shade tree" mechanics like myself! God Bless!

[@RichJohnstun]

Your videos have saved me countless hours and dollars working on my '06 R53. I'm in the middle of a clutch job right now and have been playing your videos in my garage as a guide. I've done several RWD clutches but this is my first FWD. I don't know that I would have tackled the job without your videos as support. THANK YOU!!!!

[@ModMINI]

Rich Johnstun Glad to hear and thank you for your support!

[@RichJohnstun]

+Mod MINI Absolutly, I know how much work goes into making these videos. I don't have the trans back in the car yet as it fell off the jack this morning and broke the bracket that holds the shift cables (dumb mistake on my part) but I hope to have it back on the road in the next couple of days. THANKS AGAIN!

[@nkolbjornsen]

I don't own a Mini, but watched both parts of this video and subscribed. This is the best clutch change video I've watched (about 10 so far) with different makes/models.

[@ModMINI]

You have interesting entertainment preferences.

[@SnakeFeeder]

Great video...in fact all your videos are superb. You've provided a truly invaluable reference library on these cars. Thanks for all the effort you've put into your channel!

[@mizaqenyad4269]

If I ever met you good sir, I’d owe you many a beer (or coffee). 2 years back, I used your videos to do my very first ever clutch job on my beloved r53. If I couldn’t do it myself, I’d have to get rid of the car as I had no money to pay someone. I followed your videos to the T and successfully installed and used that clutch for a long time! Today, I’ve come back to this video, as I need to fill my mk1 Audi TT with trans fluid, and I forgot the trick with the air, but remembered who had it! Thanks so much man!

[@jeroenvaneekeres9339]

That's the type of video's that are super valuable! For the techs they are a great reference... but also for the techs without a garage, so they understand the work the garage had to do and what you pay for. An immediate like and subscribe!

[@ModMINI]

Very true!

[@bryan8638]

The hanging strap trick is going to save me from tearing all my back and arm muscles, thank you so much!

[@christopherdavey2506]

Many thanks for your excellent clutch/fly wheel replacement, drive shaft removal, supercharger service and power steering explanations. As I first-timer, I did the lot in one go. Your videos made the daunting tasks approachable; almost easy, as I knew what to expect when I saw it. My transmission, with a new Valeo single mass FW kit, went straight back in first time and is much better than the original. However, it was the hoses and pipe clamps and the electrical connections and clips (especially the "octopus" on top of the transmission, which I eventually managed to loosen for better access) that took ages to take apart without breaking them and to put back together in the right order. I took a days longer than 9 hours. More of your cut-away images or better lighting and a few directions on how to get these bits free would help going forwards. I am immensely grateful for your guidance and now know my car a lot better. Many thanks again. PS. For UK (right-hand drive cars/drivers), Haynes (my standard reference) does not appear to mention removing the sub-frame but doing so, makes the whole process a lot easier.

[@ModMINI]

The only way to remove clutch without removing subframe is to take entire powertrain out together and then separate transmission from engine on the bench.

[@MePeterNicholls]

I’ve watched these two videos so so many times over the last year. And I’m finally going to attempt this! 🙈

[@HKK455]

I suggest you watch some others of the same car as well

[@MePeterNicholls]

@@tomnelson2.0 it took me a few days tbh. But I wrote down every step from these videos. And kabelnd every bolt and part and took photos. And -- I did it!!!

[@pyramidion5911]

@@MePeterNicholls right on man! I just finally finished part 1 after a few weeks 😂

[@ronslaughterandalice1018]

Not only with your work on the Mini Coopers because you are so methotical in your work you would be a great machinist / tool maker. An eye for detail and never leaving anything to chance, Hats off ! These videos are keepers and I will put them on CD for my personel use on my Mini.

[@scottlelightener7165]

I know this video is old but I just replaced my clutch and front crankshaft pulley in my daughter's 2005 Mini Cooper s. A couple of things I want to let others know is in higher mileage car I replaced the thermostat since I was right there with the air box removed. I also bought a bunch of panel fasteners for cheap and that is a labor and time saver. By this time those things are getting pretty old and more than half snap or spin. Just drill them out and replace. I removed the hood since I have a cherry picker and not the brace shown. Still used a strap on the transmission to position it. That is a great tip. Finally my intercooler horn rubber was old and when I started up the engine it whined like crazy and ran rough. Changed out to new boots and all was well. All in all I'm in it for about 500 dollars and the shops want north of 4k.

[@veloce1772]

Thanks to your video instructions I've been driving reliably with the Valeo clutch for the past month. And, as you suggested, I changed the front suspension ball joints and bushings too, and the serpentine belt, and the belt tensioner, and the crank position sensor o-ring. The most difficult part was getting the rusted fasteners out of the bumper cover, and repairing the consequential damage to the plastic bits. I finally selected RockAuto.com as a source for delivering the parts to my door in Montreal at a reasonable price. Local sources were quoting over $900 for the Valeo clutch kit!! I'm jealous of how clean your garage remains during the repairs. I had to wash my floors twice, and go through 4 changes of work clothes during the repairs. Must be due to the Quebec winters. Thanks for these most excellent video instructions.

[@ModMINI]

Vel Oce I think the camera fails to caputure how messy the garage gets during repairs. But I probably spill less than most people; with experience I know where the fluids are going to go. I'm also tripping over tools and parts all the time.

[@williambelljr797]

Excellent. The play by play was articulate, clearly understood and described very well. Of all the R and R videos I’ve watched for my vehicles ( not a Mini) this was the best I have seen. Well done young man! I would have you work on my trucks and cars any day.

[@ModMINI]

Young man? Haha.

[@chrisforsman7236]

I want to personally say THANK YOU for all of your Videos -- YOU ARE THE SAVIOR OF MINI DIY OWNERS! I have loved working on jeeps, mustangs, woodworking, etc thru years -- but had never done anything on Mini before -- and now I've deep into restoration of 2007 Mini Cooper JCW Sidewalk edition as gift for my wife --- I've used multiple of your videos! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR TAKING THE TIME TO MAKE ALL THESE VIDEOS!

[@Squirrel-Chaser]

Thank you so much for your teardown video as well as this one. Man BMW made this little car such a pain to work on. And I thought getting the trans out of my Jetta was a project. This is a whole nother level.

[@chamberlin1]

Thanks for your great videos, I've been watching for years... I'm on my 5th R53 JCW in the last 2 years, but the first four weren't around long enough to wrench on, due to bad timing. Finally got what I hope is a long termer (1 of 301 JCW Checkmates with Aero). I also put a deposit on another JCW last week from a dealer in Portland near you, but they were terrible to work with and I've asked for my deposit back... I'm still bummed on that one, perfect spec BRG. I agree with you on the current GP BaT auction! Gotta put those stock wheels on the collector grade cars! Again, really appreciate your R53 content here on KZbin!

[@jamesbwatknson]

Thank you for an awesome video on the S clutch replacement and also, for the one on the supercharger maintenance. We have an 05 S convertible. My wife bought it used and the clutch was not good from the beginning (but we did not know how it was supposed to be), then it started slipping just as you described. I went with the Valeo conversion, did the rear main seal, the crank position sensor, as well as the supercharger maintenance. I chose to pull the supercharger off before pulling the transmission and did not reinstall it until the transmission was back in. This seemed to give fairly good access to the bell housing bolts. I kept my iPad in the garage with me and kept referring to the video as I progressed. The job, though time consuming, went very smoothly thanks to you. I did find quite a few loose fasteners along the way, tightening them seems to have helped with the many rattles. My wife’s only complaint now is that the clutch peddle feels too light!!! I think that it is great. Thanks again... Oh ya. The flywheel was toast and the release bearing looked like it was ready to explode.

[@ModMINI]

Good to hear. Clutch pedal will get a little stiffer after a couple weeks.

[@dannyjohnsonsgarage]

I want to thank you again so much for making these videos! I would not have been able to do this repair on a friend's mini without your help. You did a fantastic job. From one KZbin how-to guy to another, we understand the time it takes to edit and post videos like this. I get comments on my channel for my mustang transmission videos, and now I know how their gratitude really feels. Thanks again! Keep up the good work !!

[@PHudson-we8qq]

After watching part 1 and 2 of this clutch change I will make an attempt to complete the job myself luckily I have a Classic mini mad friend who's good at mechanics and has nearly every tool to change a clutch or 90% of parts on cars. Your videos are highly detailed and valued by professionals and amateurs alike. Thank you Kurt.

[@AlDarko]

just wanted to chime in to thank you for doing this.......Im in the middle of it and awaiting parts, your guidance has helped me tremendously...........you'll never know how much I appreciate this! Thanks bro.......

[@rickm7209]

I am subscribing. Tip: hang onto the old pressure plate and clutch alignment tool. You can use the plate to create a coupler for an electric motor in case your ICE engine fails and you want to spend the next 3 years converting. (Ha ha - but really, I am in the 3rd year of converting my Sunbeam Alpine to electric at the moment. So much to learn.)

[@lukesherrill2499]

Just did my 2004 R53’s clutch this weekend and definitely wouldn’t have survived without this great video. Thanks so much, Kurt! You’re the mini Guru

[@xzox]

Incredibly detailed and calm video on this bloody awful job. Working on the Grand Cherokee V6 Diesel is a piece of piss compared to this nightmare. Well done!

[@jethrosabath3362]

First of all, great videos. You are a great help to many amateur mechanics out there. I did this job on my '04 S a while back and had no luck lining up the transmission with the engine when it went back in. I didn't have a trans jack and it would not sit right on my floor jack. There is not a flat spot on that thing! My son noticed that loop cast into the top of the transmission. if you lift it from there the transmission hangs at a perfect angle to align. We got it close from below and then used a cherry picker and grabbed that loop from above and mating the two was a breeze. That is obviously what the loop is for but nobody tells you that.

[@ModMINI]

jethro sabath Yes, I do that now. Sometimes it helps, sometimes it doesn't. I put a ratcheting strap over the top of the strut tower bar. A few weeks ago I did one and it still took a half hour, last weekend I did another one and it went on in under a minute!

[@customcruiserroy]

***** Awesome videos. I do not need it yet but am buying the parts so I have them ready. I looked at Valeo and there is one that say 2002, 2003, 2004 (from 7/04), 2005- 2008. I have a 2004 Mini Cooper S from Oct. 2003. Do you know the Valeo part number? Thanks!! Again, the video was awesome. I had no idea you had to pretty much take the whole front end off. LOL!! But better that I know now than wait until something bad happened. LOL!!

[@ModMINI]

customcruiserroy All 2002-2006 Cooper S use the same Valeo part - I think the part number is at the Amazon link. amzn.to/1zthwOL

[@philipbaum4456]

Thank you for your in depth videos! I just 2 hours ago got done doing my clutch (valeo kit), oil pan gasket, oil filter housing gaskets, crank sensor seal and heater core. I had a four day weekend so i went nuts. I have an 02 R53 and would not have attempted this without watching your videos dozens of times! Had a couple of small mishaps (broke the top off my coolant temp sensor and broke the end off of the plastic tube leading to the IAT sensor) but all in all came out great! Thanks again for your great videos!!!!!

[@philipbaum4456]

Also did the rear main seal too!

[@ModMINI]

Good on you - it's a time consuming job but not terribly hard if you take your time and think about what you are doing. Glad the videos were helpful.

[@athromt]

Great stuff, man. These videos were an absolute necessity for me in my recent clutch replacement on my '04 R53. Don't know what I would have done without them!

[@SPIKEmIlLeNnIuM]

You make some seriously good videos. Very clear, quick, informative and detailed with great tips. Your videos are saving a couple R53s from joining the scrap yard.

[@goruck-3885]

This video and a few tools is all you need to accomplish this repair! Awesome attention to detail - I pulled it off without a hitch and give all the credit to this guy! Thanx soooo much!

[@OverflowOFGames]

I followed your guide to replace my clutch in my 2006 r53 and it was great, the step by step nature of this video really helped me get through it without making any major mistakes. The car drives like a totally different car now because of the new clutch and other mods/maintenance I did while I had it apart (poly control arm bushings, supercharger oil, ball joints, hubs, strut top hats, short shifter, rear sway bar, a few other that I'm sure I'm forgetting). The best part is how light the clutch pedal is, I never knew it could be this light! it probably takes less than half the force to push down (probably caused by the throwout bearing that was in like 15 pieces but still functioning somehow). The car started and drove with zero issues first try! I can see why many shops said they didn't want to even attempt the clutch, but your job made it possible with ease! Thanks Mod MINI!

[@ModMINI]

Good job!

[@Ben_dillon]

Second time I’ve used ur videos to do the clutch on my cooper. Im currently doing a 6 speed swap so I had to swap from ur cooper video to ur cooper s video half way thru😂

[@alonzocosey1499]

Hey I did thistwo weeks ago and I drove it a few blocks and now it I don’t know no crank no start did I do something wrong

[@lisabreaux627]

Very well done video. I appreciate the step by step process along with naming all the nuts, bolts and wrench/ socket sizes! I would not have been successful to try & figure this out on my own. Keep up the excellent work - you have set a new standard for car repair videos. God bless you.

[@thedanyesful]

I don't have a mini cooper and no plans to get one, but your videos are great. It's almost like you planned the video ahead of time.

[@ModMINI]

I've done this job dozens of times.

[@mattjparker]

I found on tip if you have a helper turn the harmonic dampener a little bit when remating the trans to the flywheel it went right up into place. Just need the spline to engage properly and it was nice and easy to reinstall. Thanks for the video!!

[@ModMINI]

Or rotate the transmission as you push it on.

[@darrinheaven4643]

Great videos! I've just done a clutch job without issue, apart from taking a bit longer than 32 minutes for each half! Most confusing bit - the steering wheel on the wrong side!

[@ModMINI]

Takes longer than 64 minutes in real life...

[@techniqq]

@@ModMINI this rattle at start engine is normal? 30mins 10s.. or here at engine start kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZqWsiJ2Nq5h7Y5I

[@milopena8952]

Job complete today, thank you for the excellent instruction, one issue, is as soon as I turn the car on the temp gauge jumps to hot, did I forget a wire? Thermostat issue? Air in system? Help. Everything else is perfect. Again thank you!!

[@JimmyPtheman]

Excellent job sir, I wish you had worked with me when I was a service advisor at a European dealership. It's so hard to find great mechanics these days.

[@josetizcareno6947]

Amazing video, it will be my next project, you couldn't be more detailed and oriented to make job easier for us amateurs., a million thanks.

[@iguana406]

Also just for future reference, to get the bolt off/on the steering rack to attach the steering wheel go through the drivers side wheel well. Much easier access for me. Great vids. Did my whole clutch job through your guidance!

[@natemarble694]

Thanks for all the great info. I'm tackling the clutch job on my 1st gen 06 cooper S. All your videos have helped me alot. Thx again

[@stanponkratov269]

your doing the lords work by making these videos!!! Great job and very helpful.

[@mokacat1595]

thats a lot of work, god bless people like you that help people like me to do this type of jobs!

[@joeyjacildone4500]

very nice work, and you so much batter then a real mechanic, you know 9 out 10 they leave out one blot, and they call them self esc certified, what a joke.

[@ModMINI]

Well I only have to remember one car so that helps with quality.

[@madeinmexico4483]

Just paid 2000 to replace my clutch it was worth it when I see how much work it intails U r great mechanic

[@bqumba1]

+Norma bond 2000 for just replacing or including price of the clutch too?

[@LadyOya]

this just made me want to cry. I don't have that kind of money and my clutch just failed.

[@peterkrisbaddock4000]

Thanks for the great video. I am probably repeating what others have said, but I wouldn't have attempted this job without your help. Especially when I found out about removing the subframe.I live in Australia and have spoken to a few people here that use your videos. My problem ended up being a shattered thrust bearing.Keep up the good work.2006 MINI Cooper S Park Lane

[@Imtheoriginal94]

I must say nothing beats experience, I'm about to do this job for the 3rd time on my mini. I wish i had followed this guide from the start. one thing i will add though, is there's no need to drain your coolant ! the radiator will come away plenty enough without disconnecting it.

[@ModMINI]

Removing radiator is better for visibility and accessibility, and makes job less frustrating but you are correct, it does not need to be removed, especially if you can put the car on a lift.

[@tobyhammett6807]

Best car mechanic videos on KZbin without a doubt. I’m in Southern California but would drive to you to get work done 😀👍, no seriously, can we connect to get a clutch and other work done? 🙏🏼

[@chuchoshoots]

i think i blew my clutch because i almost money shifted it, sitting at 335k strong, hopefully this video series will help me out.👍🏻 thanks from norcal

[@stephensomersify]

Deep into my daughter's R53 ----------------- VERY VERY MUCH APPRECIATED VIDEO - old git, UK

[@cariea]

I’m a novice at this, but I finally got the tranny out of my 2004 Mini Cooper S today. It was leaking oil and not engaging when letting the clutch out. I picked this up at a salvage yard and was hoping the problem wasn’t the tranny but today I found the problem. There was a lot of metal in the bell housing, shavings and bigger chunks that looked like gear pieces. There was also a hole about 1” in diameter inside the bell housing where the gear box is. Thats probably where the oil was coming from. So It looks like I need a new tranny :( . Any ideas on what caused this blowout? It looks like a Valeo clutch kit has been put in this car. When taking the tranny bolts off I noticed the 2 top bolts were loose, one was almost complete out. Probably an oversight from the previous mechanic.

[@bruceboudreau9963]

excellent details on your work, you can tell you've done this many times. I do have a question regarding my 2005 Mini Cooper with manual transmission. I noticed the outer bell housing has a pin hole and hairline crack where oil could leak out. I repaired the pin home and crack with JB weld which held but after putting 1 quart of oil back in the transmission I noticed oil leaking out between the engine and transmission where the two join. any thoughts on why this may be happening? the transmission seems to still shift ok, but before I go out and get a transmission shop to look at it I'd like to have an idea of what could be the cause. thanks for your help.

[@csuich]

Excellent. Thanks for the how-to instructional video. My MINI having 150K miles I think I'll be replacing other components as I go that are a pain to get to.

[@1tallguy694]

dude youre my hero with that gear oil trick

[@jenBaker707]

I love watching you work. You're a great technician.

[@ModMINI]

Thank you very much!

[@marksimmons3801]

i just got my cooper trans out , i did not pull the front end off of it sub frame only . 3 hr job to pull it .thanks for the video !

[@ModMINI]

How do you get subframe out without taking off front end? I suppose it's possible with a couple guys.

[@marksimmons3801]

@@ModMINI i was able to sneak out the two bolts in the bumper with a wrench pull out that thin strip of plastic across the front gives you enough room !

[@Billyboycustoms]

Its possible but is it actually easier to do the work or access the bolts etc. taking the extra stuff off?

[@kxmoto29]

I found these 2 videos very helpful and I also chose the valeo solid flywheel kit. Just took it for it's first test drive and I have a couple lights on in the dash; abs, traction control and the hood/trunk warning light is always on

[@ModMINI]

Maybe you forgot a ground wire.

[@kxmoto29]

Mod MINI hood light went away after I unplugged the sensor and plugged it back in but the abs light is still on and it won't clear. code is 5d90 front left wheel speed sensor no connection. is there another plugin for that under the airbox?

[@ModMINI]

The only plug is the blue cylinder shaped connector on back side of modular front end, next to the foglight. There could be wire damage or sometimes those things just fail. Get a new one here. amzn.to/2sYePK9

[@portugeepride]

Great video. Follow your instructions exactly as you described. But car won't start now. Turns over, I hear the fuel pump, but won't start. Going to verify I plugged everything back in, and check the purge valve on the fuel rail for pressure. Any suggestions?

[@ModMINI]

Take back apart and make sure o-rings are where they should be. Several people have reported small o-ring dislodges and pressurized fuel does not leave the filter.

[@markdutton768]

Excellent video - followed step by step perfectly. When I went to start er up my temp sensor shot to the top and the cooling fan came on. Is there a temp sensor that I might have knocked off accidentally? I assume I have to pull the radiator again to find it?

[@ModMINI]

Mark Dutton There is a temperature sensor near the top rear bell housing bolt, on right side of cylinder head near the bottom (as viewed when standing in front of the car). You might have to remove intake box to get enough access to resolve. Also, be sure to burp for air bubbles.

[@justinbates8137]

I’m looking to buy a used 2005 cooper s automatic. The man I’m buying from replaced the engine due to previous owner not changing oil. Used motor. After it was changed he said the man he had putting it back together did something wrong installing the old transmission and when he fired it up, he heard a POP and transmission didn’t work. Any ideas what happened there?

[@jeromec1711]

What happens if I go to try the clutch and it effortlessly hits the floor and does not return...I took the bellhousing back off to make sure the throw out bearing was good and seems fine...

[@joncountegan5782]

Thanks for the video, swapping in a 6 speed and could tell the orientation of the clutch disk. This video showed on the removal. Thanks again

[@johnramos5539]

Never did a clutch on my own till now. Thank you very much.

[@underourrock]

I wish more people would make automotive videos like this. Detailed, calm, lots of great info and care. As far as clutch jobs go, this one looks to be one of the more involved ones, but you make it look simple. How many hours total would you estimate you worked on this? I know it's an old video, so just a ballpark would be great. Thanks!

[@ModMINI]

Book time is around 14 hours but can be done much faster with the right tools, skill and preparation.

[@underourrock]

@@ModMINI great point. So, how long does it take you if you're not dealing with filming now? I'm trying to get prepared. I plan on not taking off the front end and I will drop the subframe, move the exhaust back out of the way, and I will use the support bar from above. I have a 2 ton engine lift I can use which might be useful for the bell housing lowering and raising when putting it back. I am planning on it taking 2 or 3 days for me to do it by first time, but maybe with some more studying I can do it quicker than my pessimistic voice in my head tells me I can. Still, I'm curious what your time is not counting video recording. It isn't a competition, but sure would like to know what it takes the guru. Lol

[@veloce1772]

Thanks for the awesome instructional videos. Could you comment on the value of buying a kit having a replacement clutch plate, pressure plate, and bearing, without the flywheel? In your experience, how much damage have you seen on flywheels that would warrant their replacement? Kits without the flywheel seem to be about half the cost (including shipping).

[@ModMINI]

Vel Oce For a Cooper S, I recommend replacing the flywheel as well. Even on lower mileage cars you will get dual mass chatter (Chewbacca noise) on cold starts. My recommendation is the Valeo solid flywheel conversion kit. On this kit, the springs are in the clutch disk instead of the flywheel. This reduces the flywheel weight by about 2 pounds and makes for a crisper driving experience. Everyone who I have installed a Valeo kit for is very satisfied - I have one in my car as well - it makes 244HP power and no slipping issues. amzn.to/1zthwOL

[@divisionbyzero7916]

Die Anzugsmomente von dem Schwungrad und der Kupplung wären noch interessant?

[@Bimmeraudi1]

This was another great video Mod Mini. You are officially the Mini whisperer lol.

[@richardsmith9210]

Great video. Wish you were my next door neighbour and could do this on my little mini!

[@jessetravella8284]

Brother love your video, I have actual been very hesitant in purchasing a mini because i know it was a very involved process, think I’ll go pick one up this week. Thanks again!!

[@RoyLene]

Hi I have a mini r50 2003 and I had a problem on clutch, still I can engage all gear nothing problem.but main thing is when jm putting the gear on I don't to slowly release the clutch it's just like automatic i think it's too high the clutch and when I push down acceleration a starting to vibrate the engine and doesn't pull i thinking clutch problem i check all slave cylinder and theres no leaks even master cylinder hopefully you can help me to this matters thank you..

[@carloscofresi7366]

You are absolutely right, that's exactly what it was. I replace it for a new one and it slid right in, thanks again your the man !

[@spurg841]

Your video helped me a lot, though I took a 1.5 year break to finish the clutch job I was doing, so thank you very much. I am having other problems at this point, being I just finished the whole put back together today. I am wondering if you are willing to get back to me so I can get this all figured out and get back to driving my '03 cooper s. Thanks for everything, Matt.

[@Acet_One]

Really Great viedos thank you! I'm gonna nne dto replace the Crank Seal and Clutch on my R50. Do the Valeo Clutch Kits come with the Alignment tool, or do i need topurchase an extra one?

[@StarchyCsGoDailyStreams]

After replacing my clutch and servicing the supercharger, the first time I started my car it gave a P0118 and didn't appear to be sucking down any coolant. What could cause this?

[@ModMINI]

Did you reconnect the temp sensor? Coolant will draw down eventually when thermostat opens.

[@whatyoudo9773]

really great vid!! Love the voice, calm..(you can do this kinda vibe) and showing everything....dont want to do this job buy my girfriends clutch is rough and the shifting is rough too

[@xiindkix2]

If the clutch just goes to the floor, what's the chances it's the slave rather than the clutch fork and throw out bearing not being together correctly?

[@teitury]

How long time approx does this take if I have access to lift and proper tools/equipment?

[@kevinfrazier556]

wow, nice video dude! thanks for taking the time to make and post this. ps - i am no longer looking at buying a mini cooper in need of a clutch, holy Hannah that was a lot of work! :)

[@ModMINI]

Hey it's not that bad really, if you have time on your hands it might be a way to make or save some money.

[@ΣτέφανοςΚαντιμοίρης]

Great information with your videos !! I have done so much work on my daughters R50 non S with the help of your videos but my other daughter has a R56 S 2007 and Have found plenty information but nothing like your videos..It would be great if you ever come across clutch replacment on R56 S ..Thanks ounce again for your knowledge.

[@duarteavelar3949]

This video seems great. I'm going to attempt to do the same thing this winter. Not my daily driver so not too much pressure into getting it done in a quick fashion. The one question I have is related to the transmission, it's on the shift lever. So right now, to get to 5th/6th, not only is it incredibly stiff, but there is no position feeling whatsoever. What I mean by that is that I have to really push hard to the right to get into the 5th/6th side, and the little feel in neutral going both ways, is non existent on that side. I wonder if there is anything else I should be looking at while I have it all apart. Thanks!

[@ModMINI]

Your shift cable boots are probably worn/torn. Figure out which one is responsible for horizontal motion and inspect/replace that one. If it isn't that, there may be some issue with the notches inside the transmission?

[@duarteavelar3949]

*****, thanks for the suggestion. I hope it's not something in the transmission, not sure what I could do besides having it rebuilt or replaced. Do you think I can figure out once the transmission is out if it's not just a boot thing? Thanks again.

[@ModMINI]

Duarte Avelar The transmission is pretty easy to crack open if you think there might be internal wear. Use anaerobic sealer when sealing the two halves back up.

[@axelcarton9900]

Hi, I used the old shaft seal to hit the new one in place (wrong choice), now the seal is deeper insert, he's against the engine block ... I have 5.6mm between de seal and the end of the shaft. Do you think that can give me a problem? Do I have it to replace again with a new one ? Big thankx for yours videos! Just amazing. I have found my answer, and it's an yes, i have to replace it...

[@pfitzy86]

Hi again,excellent video,just wondering how far the main seal should be tapped in,I think this is my problem as to why it leaked,when I removed flywheel the seal wasnt flush with the engine block,it was sitting like 5mm out from the engine block towards the flywheel,so dose it just sit flush with the block or dose it sit a few mil deeper.. if it was the original seal I'd have a reference but unfortunately not in this case

[@ModMINI]

Tap until flush with machined edge. Farther in won't hurt as long as it's even all the way around. Sticking out can't be good.

[@wellsyaknow]

That 056 seal came with my replacement fuel pump...that normal?

[@Paulberube-f8c]

I am replacing a clutch on my 06 mini but it's not a S model , would it be the same ?

[@advancedmillworkinstallati5994]

Just want to say great video. You did an awesome job explaining even the small things. But kept out nonsense info. Awesome vid again take care

[@imatatormigs3391]

had trouble attaching the shift linkages. one went in no problem. the other I'm not sure is actually seated properly. I used a pry bar to try and force it in but got to the point where I thought I was going to break it. Any suggestions would be great. This was my first clutch job and thus far everything has gone smoothly for me. The clutch feel between the valeo clutch kit and the Lug clutch is a world of difference!

[@ModMINI]

Should just pop in place.

[@hksduhksdu]

Great work! I wish I could send my car to you to help me fix it when something happens, you seem to know MINI inside out!

[@OGPedXing]

Don't own a mini. Watched the whole thing anyway. Nice job!

[@jailewis1301]

I have a mini cooper s that I'm doing the head gasket on right now. I just got it and don't really have information on whether the clutch has been replaced or not. The car has 95000 miles. the prior owner says it felt great. In your opinion should I replace it now since I have most of it apart?

[@jquinn6189]

I’ve done the job but after checking clutch pedal pressure. It feels too easy but also seems to engage towards the bottom. I’ve taken it apart 2 times. Is it the master cylinder? Slave is brand new.

[@RichJohnstun]

Great tip on using the ratchet strap to hold the trans. It made it possible for me to do this by myself. Have you ever tried the method of getting longer bolts that fit the bellhousing, cutting the heads off and using them as guide pins?

[@ModMINI]

Rich Johnstun, I usually just manhandle it until it goes on enough for the stock bolts to thread on a couple of threads. I've found that using guide pins sometimes restricts ability to wiggle the transmission around which is sometimes needed to get the splines to line up. The MINI transmission is light enough, that I've found ratchet method is sufficient usually - I just get it in the air, then get under it and wrestle with it until it goes in. Usually takes less than 5 minutes. I keep a couple bell housing bolts nearby and quickly thread them in to avoid transmission slipping back off.

[@RichJohnstun]

That's what I ended up doing yesterday when I put mine back in. I was fighting it finally just got pissed and started really manhandling it, that's when it dropped in. I was being to ginger. The car is back together and driving. Man, that Valeo clutch feels so completely different that the factory unit. I'm going to have to learn how to drive my car again.

[@ModMINI]

+Rich Johnstun just don't be too rough, you could bend the friction disk. The new clutch is great. Actually, a brand new stock clutch is fairly soft as well. They get stiff over time and people don't notice because it happens so slowly.

[@acadenato]

A new great job!!! Thanks a lot for sharing. I like your method to fill the gear oil into the gerabox. Congratulations...

[@ModMINI]

Andoni Cadenato Velasco Glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching.

[@davidbuchanan3374]

You have the skill, tools and talent to undertake this job. Roughly How long did it take you to complete the job from start to finish..

[@ModMINI]

Depends on who is doing the work. Plan for it to take the whole day, more if you have to go get stuff.

[@stevegreenly2259]

As I write this my son has got his car in at a garage in Bristol to have the clutch replaced. The labour element alone is £600. The total job being around £1000. Although I’m pretty good and mechanically minded, there isn’t a chance in hell I would tackle this job. What an arse this is . You must view both parts of the filming as it’s really interesting. Just an aside point, how did the Prodrive guys modify their two world rally cars so you could change a gearbox and clutch in 15 minutes? I’d love to know

[@Steve-ei6ew]

Thanks for the vid Kurt, ........Steve from the UK, A bit of advice please, i beleive my clutch is beginning to fail as when changing quickly from 4 - 5th and getting back on gas it seems to over rev for 2-3 secs before taking up drive, would this be an indication clutch is shot? Also was the comp clutch you used a LUK part Thanks

[@ModMINI]

Yup, that's clutch. The Cooper S competition clutch was an aftermarket part, not LUK. I don't remember the brand. I installed a Valeo solid flywheel kit into mine and I'm very happy with it.

[@FultonStreetBeats]

Great and informative. Tackling mine this week. Although I went with a single Mass flywheel conversion. Love your videos!

[@BigOrangeTwin]

Hi from the UK, mate. Thanks for taking the time to post all these vids. What clutch kit would you recommend for the R53 John Cooper Works? Cheers, GF

[@ModMINI]

I generally recommend the Valeo kit for all Cooper S that are driven mainly on the street. amzn.to/1h5R47Z

[@BigOrangeTwin]

***** Any recommendation for some mild track work too? Thanks. And p.s. i hope the job hunt has gone well.

[@ModMINI]

BigOrangeTwin I use the Valeo kit in my car even for moderate track use. Does that answer your question? And yes, I've managed to find work, although the pay and benefits are a far cry from what I was getting. Capitalism.

[@BigOrangeTwin]

Yeah, perfect! Thanks again and good luck in the new role. It's tough out there...