Replace Fuel Filter - Gen 1 MINI Cooper R50 R52 R53

Mechanics-eye-view how to replace the fuel filter on a Gen 1 MINI Cooper. This video applies to 03/2002 and later build Coopers and all Cooper S cars.
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MINI Coopers (non S) built prior to 03/2002 have a steel filter that is not normally replaceable. For those earlier MINI Coopers, you have to replace the complete unit if you think it is causing problems.
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[@eddiecox7450]

It’s hard to find people that have any idea what they are doing it’s really nice to see someone that is really sharp Good job

[@masumhossain1034]

Thanks for an awesome video. Replaced my fuel filter last weekend. One bit of advice for other novices like me is to ensure that the large rubber gasket is installed properly before replacing the filter housing. I did a bad job of it and noticed a slow fuel leak a couple of days later. When I opened it up I found that the gasket was twisted and pinched. Shameful as I didn't check it properly and forced the metal ring back on. Replaced with the second gasket (now I know why they put a second gasket in the pack - for people like me who can't get it right the first time), installed it properly this time and it's working perfectly.

[@jasonsargeant6483]

Ha, should have read your post before I started.

[@nattyp7801]

Your not the only one 👍🏾

[@wrxnofx]

Changed the fuel filter on my 2005 Cooper Convertible this past weekend. Thanks to this video it went flawlessly and quickly! Also, I put the top down to have more room to work :)

[@Chris-cj9jn]

"I didn't have to do that of course, cause I have no engine in the car. Haha." That was my favorite part.

[@ModMINI]

Hehe. That part might be a bit shocking to people who have not watched my other videos :)

[@bernardbarbour]

No not shocking at all. I've watched so many of your videos and you are the best.

[@9whykd10]

I lol'd and played it again for my son

[@gordonkerr7811]

I have watched your videos and found them extremely helpful, please keep posting tips on the R53s 😀

[@baldeagleApiaries]

thanks replace my fuel filter tonight. CV joint will be done in the morning. Appreciate the videos.

[@CaptainRamius]

Always the BEST videos and explanation of how to fix my Mini. Have previously changed filter and pump. After 50K miles car just 'died' on highway 2X as if it ran out of fuel. Tank is low but not that low. Changed relay. Now on to filter and pump (and more fuel). If this doesn't fix it.....IDK, more troubleshooting.

[@rogerchatfield2578]

Thanks for doing this video, helped me out and very simple to follow your instructions, keep up the good work, the mini world needs good people like you.

[@mnnngc]

Just finished this job using only your video. Excellent instruction and job finished in less than an hour

[@anthonyblake8881]

Best how to video for changing fuel filter on my sons mini cooper s 02. Very detailed. Thanks, saved me a lot of money.

[@michaelsethcudd]

Thank you for helping me change my fuel filter! Amazing video! I've had my MINI for 11 years and never changed the fuel filter. I let it go too long. I can tell a difference after changing it out, and your video was priceless.

[@JonnieB.]

Thank you for providing this. Made replacing my filter much easier.

[@MisterAdventureGT]

Hey buddy, just wanted to say thanks for your videos! I’ve learned a ton from them. I recently bought a Mini R53, and your content has been super helpful throughout the process!

[@supersonic79]

Thanks for sharing. I changed my Cooper S fuel filter today and would have been lost without your video.

[@bluedunn374]

The best tutorials on the R53, thanks so much for your efforts.

[@Hidyman]

Highly recommend smearing petroleum jelly on the o rings as another commenter said, helped a bunch, everything went together smooth. I even put some on the bottom of the retaining ring, as mine was rusted. I put a little on the inside holes of the filter, too. Also, used the screwdriver trick to wedge the basket for reassembly. Great vid, didn't take too long as I already had my back seats out to replace the rear 6x9 speakers.

[@michaelking42]

I just did mine tonight. Took me 3 hours. Which included walking to the car, starting it, waiting for the gearbox to thaw out as it was stuck in reverse (28ºF tonight and ice everywhere), drive it to the hangar where I'm working. Goof around getting the seats out, reading the Bentley manual, cleaning up several instances of fuel splashes, numerous trips to the office to review this video. Overall it was very easy thanks to your video, thank you. My filter housing went back together a little easier than yours; there is a tab in the back side of the top cover of the filter housing that lines up with a notch in the seat. Line those two up and the assembly goes back down into its normal position very easily.

[@jenkymckenzie1493]

Great video- I like the step by step- and speed through tedious stuff. I have a few things I am going to do to my '04 Mini S and this is one of them. Tired of getting paying a mechanic (as coopers are EXPENSIVE when they break). Watching this video helps immensely- THANK YOU!.

[@sparkysparkyinseattle1713]

Word to the wise, The Vaico filter large O ring for the canister I received was too thick. It took a bit of time and effort to figure out why the top wasn't fitting down far enough to be able to twist and lock the top. I ended up using the old one FTW. Also, a bit of vasoline on the O rings makes putting everything back together a bit smoother. You got this!

[@Yetiman112]

For anyone wondering, it's the same exact method for 2nd gen (2007- 2013)

[@dwillinghammer]

Holy crap this was a huge help for me yesterday.... and man, what a massive difference replacing the filter made for power.

[@bernardbarbour]

Really, was this the placebo effect? Lol.

[@dwillinghammer]

Bernard Barbour a clogged fuel filter with 130k miles on it makes a pretty big difference in fuel flow.

[@bernardbarbour]

Drew, I'm going to replace mine ASAP. Thanks

[@R2S1987]

Another perfect video! Thanks. Got this new filter in house over a year, but still havn't done it. This will make it more easy. I've changed my fuelpump because it brake down. With the first start, just put the car on ignition. Hear the fuelpump work, and do so 2 or 3 times. You will hear the pump work harder, then start. It will start right away.

[@ModMINI]

Thanks - correct, there is no priming procedure specified other than just cranking until it starts. If for some reason it doesn't start, one of the o-rings is was probably dislodged on assembly and is not sealing.

[@Chuck_G]

Thank You for this video! I just changed my fuel filter on my R55 N14 2009 Clubman S. One caveat, the inner O ring has to be seated correctly, and before screwing on the lid, make sure the notches match up so you can screw it on. I thought I had it right, but my car wouldn't start. I took it apart again ensured all gaskets were correct, and discovered the alignment of the cartridge lid was not correct. After putting it all together again, it started, and my car sounds great too!

[@Barthoization]

Thank you for this. Did fuel filter, oil filter, interior filter and fresh oil today. All for 85 euro in parts. Without you I would be out several hundred.

[@rdscofield1]

After reading some comments about people having problems with the generic fuel filter kits, I purchased the mini brand filter from Pelican parts. Everything went together very easily. I used Lucas fuel treatment product to lube the o rings and inside of the filter. This made it easier to put back together. Thanks for the great video!

[@ModMINI]

+Robert Scofield What kind of problems were people having with the non-MINI brand fuel filters?

[@mohammadkamran5862]

Thank you so much for all the r53 mini maintenance videos. I just bought myself a 2003 R53 and saved all your videos in my playlist so I can start doing these jobs so I can have a piece of mind. 🤗

[@Mudhen06]

Thanks ModMini! Just used your clutch vid last month, now this one. My filter was disgusting, car was hard to start - guess after 205k miles it was overdue. Thanks again for taking the time to put these videos out!

[@mexicaG933]

Bro I changed everything right, does it take a while to start? I been trying for about 4 mins so far, and it hasn't started

[@JasonLingerfelt]

Thank you for the video I was able to replace my mini Cooper r50 fuel filter.

[@joemcclure8413]

Thanks for another helpful video bud, changed out my "petrol" filter today and it was a breeze just like all the other repairs I've done after watching your great "how-to's". Spilled a bit of fuel, but as I had seen when it would happen, had towels ready to go and they soaked it right up. Absolutely no smell in my car after :) I will say this much, you weren't kidding about the amount of force required to remove the old filter... I had to wedge a screw driver thru the paper element and pry the dang thing out! Thanks again *****, I think I was running lean due to a clogged filter, my test drive after seemed to show improved response and the early detonation I was hearing has gone away for now!

[@DavideGTI86]

Man, many many thanks for this guide, I was in panic since I didn't fix one of the filter oring correcrly in position and the Mini wont start, the answer was in the comments.Thanks angain!

[@geek9642]

Thanks for making this, would be a tricky job without it👍

[@JJ-zg1hh]

That old filter looked in a bad state. Having seen that you've convinced me to have a crack at changing mine (R52 convertible 2006). Top video as per usual! Keep up the good work.

[@timothycollier3807]

Excellent video, thanks for making it. I just got done changing my fuel filter and it was much easier going thanks to your video.

[@EdwardF83]

Great video full of lots of details. I managed to syphon my petrol out after a recent accident. Thank you

[@Warstonescoolnoobs]

My guy I am a mini tech and never done one of these before, it’s my next job how I love KZbin 😊 great video bro

[@davidfowler7103]

Thank you Mod MINI! My daughter's 2010 R56 Cooper S cold start problem and misfire codes are now gone! I first tried to fix these issues by cleaning the intake valves and when that didn't help, I swapped the high-pressure fuel pump with my 2011 JCW with no luck. The dirty fuel filter was the problem. No codes anymore and the car starts at the first press of the starter. I did, however, forget to bleed off the fuel pressure (2:51) before I disconnected the fuel line on the top of the housing (3:46), fuel and o-rings sprayed everywhere! Luckily I found all of the pieces but, unfortunately, both of the o-rings in the housing were torn when they shot out and were no longer usable. Be sure to depressurize the fuel system! You can see the retaining ring in the cover at 5:33 in the video. The o-rings are not available at the Mini dealership or online. The housing cover is not available separately either. I almost had to replace the entire unit! Fortunately, after lots of research I found a fuel line quick disconnect connector at NAPA that amazingly had the exact same size and color o-rings, and spacer in it. It is a Chrysler/GM 5/16" Steel to 5/16" Nylon Fuel Line Quick Disconnect Connector part number 730-5617 and there are two connectors (two sets of o-rings) in the package. I had to hacksaw the end off of the GM quick disconnect but the o-rings and spacer slid right out. Using the original retaining ring from the filter cover I was able to secure the new o-rings and spacer by putting them on the fuel line and sliding the whole thing into the cover. No leaks at all, dry as a bone.

[@ModMINI]

Interesting. I'll remember that. I know some of the R56 have problems with the high pressure fuel pump. If the problem comes back you might want to check that.

[@davidfowler7103]

I hope it never comes to that. It's a $1,000 part!

[@aymanalsudani]

Thank you very much I really enjoy you videos the are very informative and detailed

[@MarkBonini]

Thank you for this and all of your videos. I followed your video, step by step, and no issues changing my fuel filter. Thank you!

[@jeffcole1920]

Thanks! Wouldn't have attempted this without this guide. 20 min job. No major fuel pressure even though I had just parked it.

[@jasonsargeant6483]

As usual you gave me the confidence to take on another small but scary task, the only problem I had was with the large gasket which fits at the top of the unit. It took me a while to figure out that I shouldn't have fitted it to the top half of the unit but place it in its final position first, then push the unit into place.

[@saltsyn]

Thank you for such high quality reviews and for your passion. I wish you good luck. cheers

[@samgwanzura8851]

Thanks a lot mate. Managed to replace mine over the weekend. Great video!!

[@BlastReadingSeries]

Just did this job on an R56 2009 Mini Cooper. Almost all of your steps applied! Thank you for posting this. I couldn't get the plastic housing back together again with just two hands. Luckily, my dad was around to hold the housing in a pair of Channel Locks while I grabbed from the top and the bottom and twisted the filter housing on. One thing I would add, use a marker to mark the housing parts so you put it all together the way it came apart. Car is running much smoother.

[@wellsyaknow]

was satisfying seeing that filter housing cleaned with air lol

[@MortonLuvz2drum]

Nice! Another successful job completed, thanks to Mod Mini !

[@russgaines2366]

Hello MODMini, Happy New Year to you, sir! Well, over the last 30 days I've completed a good number of maintenance DIY projects (using the procedures illustrated in your incredible series of videos) on my '06 R53. I finished everything up a few days ago and was driving it - just fine - all morning, yesterday, and then - last night - was heading to the gas station to fill it up with a complete tank of fuel. I had 45 miles left on the remaining-gas computer readout and then, suddenly - just lost - ALL power to the engine and went into limp mode. I was able to get it back into the garage without needing a tow (friend just pulled me; thank GOD I bought & just installed a $12 tow hook from eBay; people get ONE if you don't already have one) and now the vehicle won't crank over & start. Over the last 18 x hours, all the posts I've read on the NAM forums give me the reason to believe that my fuel tank was pretty much "ran dry" and I'm confident the culprit is I need to get fuel repressurized back into the fuel line. So, early early this morning, I followed your fuel filter replacement video and got the old filter changed out and a new one installed. I had already changed the filter 30k+ miles ago so this would now be my 2nd filter replacement. Anyhow, after reading on NAM forums, to turn the key to 2nd position a total of 5-6 times to repressurize the fuel lines (did that) and then - from your video - to crank the engine for at least 15 x seconds (did that, too).....still no start. And, the other weird thing.....the car has NOT thrown a code - from the outset! So, from that - I'm just needing what would your "Top 5 list" of other items to look at that could be keeping the vehicle from turning over? Here's what I'm thinking as of right now: 1) check fuel pump fuse (haven't done that, yet) 2) reset ECU to see if the computer is "telling" the car not to start for some reason 3) check fuel rail - using fuel pressure gauge - for 51 psi fuel pressure 4) could a vacuum leak cause the vehicle NOT to crank over (I did replace the supercharger oil on both the snout & PTO sides but - again - it drove FINE, yesterday morning). and, 5) I replaced my oil cap with a new one.....I read on the NAM forums that someone had so, as well, and experienced this issue.....went back to the OEM oil cap and car started again. And, finally, after replacing the fuel filter - this morning - I am beginning to consider replacing the fuel pump ($207.09 from ECS Tuning) but - just this morning - I heard it pressurized the fuel line & I'm continuing to re-check & confirm for that sound, this afternoon. Any suggestions that you could provide would be GREAT advice & I'm thanking you for it, in advance. You are truly The Mini Master/thank you for what you do for all of us & the Coopers on Planet Earth! Russ

[@ModMINI]

I think you're on the right track. The next step would be to attach a pressure tester on the end of the fuel rail. If it's reading basically zero, you have an electrical problem or the pump is bad. If you have pressure but it's below the nominal value, (51psi), replace the fuel pump.

[@russgaines2366]

Yep, that's what I'm moving onto doing today & tomorrow. And, last question relating to this, I put a small bottle of Lucas Oil Upper Cylinder Injector Cleaner into the tank with about 3-4 gallons in it - before driving it - yesterday morning. Do you think that the injector cleaner could have somehow CLOGGED the fuel line? Or, the fuel rail? And, what's interesting about this....when I replaced the fuel filter this morning - when I unclipped the fuel line from the canister only a VERY small amount of fuel dripped out of the fuel line and there was a VERY large amount of fuel (filled to the brim) within the plastic canister, itself. If I get the fuel rail exposed (by removing the intercooler) and the pressure test shows decent pressure - is there anyway you can think of to CLEAN out the fuel line from the tank to where it hits the fuel rail? I'm starting to think my entire problem is the damn fuel line is clogged up with that Lucas Oil crap!

[@ModMINI]

***** I don't have much experience in this area but I doubt it would clog anything. Next step would be to remove and test the fuel injectors. I think only a shop can do that.

[@russgaines2366]

Thanks very much for the reply and I replaced the fuel pump - yesterday morning - and, unfortunately, the R53 still won't start. It will crank but not turn over. I, also, changed out the spark plugs to the stock BRKR6EQUP and re-installed my original OEM distributor to make sure I had "spark". Also, I confirmed at schroeder valve that I have fuel, too. Yep, it's there. So, I just spoke to a technician at a local MINI shop here in KS and we both agreed that replacement of the crankshaft position sensor would be my next step before having the vehicle towed to their shop for further diagnostics/repairs. I'll get the sensor ordered today and will install it, early-to-mid next week and we'll see if that gets the vehicle to finally start. Thank you SO much for your advice, up til now, and let's keep our fingers crossed!!!

[@ModMINI]

Interesting. Crank position sensor should not be affected by that work. By distributor I assume you mean coil pack? Did you check for spark? Connect one spark plug wire to a plug and hold the plug against a grounded surface. The plug should spark.

[@livester17]

I've Just replaced my Fuel Filter with a proper OEM BMW part. Great video and easy to follow. I put a little bit of Vaseline on the casing as well as the o ring and it helped it slip back together and turn and lock easily. My R53 was bogging down on hard to medium acceleration from a standing start and replacing the fuel filter has all but eliminated it. I will be replacing the bypass value next and hoping it will help with the rest

[@danielcalderon7774]

im doing this ritnow … just waiting for the filter gets to the store was special order … hopefully everything works good 😊

[@alg438]

Excellent video.. 👍🏻. Thanks for sharing that part of the maintenance of a MC.

[@MegaPoxie]

I live in NZ and just priced up a RYCO aftermarket fuel filter, one place was selling them for NZ$88.00 I laughed at them and made a B-line for the door and the other was $192.00! All because the original BMW ones are exorbitantly priced!

[@MegaPoxie]

That was just the paper cartridge filter, no seals or nothing.

[@TheDocComix]

Amazing as always! Thanks a lot for all the videos, it worked like a charm! And without the video, we would have broken a few parts for sure!

[@TheDocComix]

Aaaaaand, I missed that note with the lube or silicone when putting it back together. And guess what happened: it ripped into pieces and fuel leaked out. Well, at least I get to do it once more.

[@Legendlouis]

thank you for taking the time to post this and other videod they are excellent

[@stanislavsiromahov9990]

Thank you for the videos I change my filter for 30min on my r50 mini one It looks it never been changed

[@throttlemoto3391]

Best video for diy mechanic

[@jeepchievous]

Your sarcastic while mellow haha strange* your like that guy from that Visine commercial "Ben Stein" awesome videos keep it up Ben*

[@fausrarris11]

Nice video thank you. Was very helpful bud

[@Broffrey]

I wasn't able to put back the lid because of the gasket which need first to be put on the tank and not on the white part. It's not explained on differents tutorials accross the web. It was beginning to seriously annoy me. So thanks a lot for this great video !

[@ModMINI]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sAu54g3]

Thanks for uploading I just used your video as a reference and got mine done! As well as check my crank pulley. Really appreciate your uploads 👍

[@sherifsoliman9119]

this helped me. good channel sir!

[@teeess9551]

Awesome. Thanks from sunny Queensland :)

[@erik_ayala17]

U should make a video about replacing a fuel pump. Btw, you make useful and amazing videos. Keep up with the videos

[@ModMINI]

Only ever had to replace a fuel pump once on these cars.

[@erik_ayala17]

Mods MINI i dont know if i should buy a 900$ 2005 mini cooper s that has 200,000 miles and needs a new fuel pump and needs new suspension and control arms on rear left of the car because it was in a wreck. Or should i just get a 2005 mini cooper s with just 70,000 miles and will be 3,500$

[@erik_ayala17]

That cost 3,500$

[@richardanderson5812]

Great video, it made my job easy

[@St1ckl3r]

Omg this videos are golden, thanks mate!

[@ghillie12345]

Very helpful video, thanks

[@dayneditiont5.163]

Love your videos. 👍

[@rabit29]

Great tutorial very informative

[@brianhaygood183]

Thanks, again, Mod.

[@twillum]

brilliant vid

[@isaacburlo9547]

thankyou for the video just did mine today.

[@jimahl68]

Nicely done.

[@wiliambarrios45]

You are bien fregonsotee.muchas gracias...eres genilal

[@joker927]

These video are impressive. thanks!

[@kikimaraa]

Thanks a lot, it just saved me.

[@Cleandrycleaning]

very helpful like always Thank you

[@darrenellis8910]

Great how to video, but need to mention that the battery should be disconnected before removing either of the seats and left disconnected until all back together correctly, other wise the seat air bags being disconnected will trigger the dash air bag light that then needs to be reset at a cost.

[@ModMINI]

That is correct, if you don't have a BMW scanner, but there is no need to remove seats to do this filter job. They were already out of the car for other reason.

[@benjamin7739]

thanks for showing

[@scottlelightener7165]

So I popped my cover and discovered a wet assembly. I had been smelling fuel for a bit so I was happy I’d found it. What I discovered was a cracked lid where the high pressure line is attached. My question is I would like to just replace the top. Is this advisable? It appears the rest of the housing is fine and of course all the o rings and the filter are brand new.

[@carloscofresi7366]

So I'm sitting here in my car waiting for the tow truck. Car was running fine and all of a sudden it sputtered and it wouldn't accelerate and basically shut down while driving. I pulled over and started it up again and drove fine for a few but lost power as soon as I hit 55 mph and shut off again, did this about 5 more times. Finally it shut down and doesn't start now. At least i have a good signal so I'm able to watch your videos. Breaking my head over this.

[@ModMINI]

+Carlos Cofresi Could be anything. Bad fuel pump or a bad sensor - crankshaft position sensors go bad sometimes. Hope there is a Check Engine Light so you can read a code. Good luck figuring it out.

[@carloscofresi7366]

+Mod MINI thanks

[@evanworthington3933]

@@carloscofresi7366 I'm having the same issue with my mini right now. What ended up being wrong? Thank you.

[@FranklinHicks-qs4gs]

Can we just depressurize the fuel line by pulling the fuel pump relay and turning the engine over a few times ??

[@MePeterNicholls]

My silver rings were rusty as hell. Replaced with original new parts, dirt cheap too!

[@phillwilliams3399]

Hi really detailed video, I've just done mine after watching this , what's the best way to bleed it mine started then cut out ?

[@r2rnagy]

Thanks!

[@luischapas5280]

Good job 👏

[@shimaze5479]

I put clean engine oil in the hole on both sides of the hole in the fuel filter and it slipped right in without pushing very hard. This will also prevent the o-rings from sliding off. This sounds gross, but put oil on your pinky finger and lube up the hole

[@ericbmusic]

drills spark internally when used. prob a good idea to not have that thing close to an open gas tank.

[@mjo23dan]

So I changed the filter no problem. Read the comments and made sure no loose o-rings (for pressure) now car won't start or turn over. There is a humming of the fuel pump. Thoughts?

[@mjo23dan]

I waited a couple hours after installation. The car struggled to start but now it shakes and then dies. By the way this is on a 2005 Cooper S.

[@ModMINI]

MJO23DAN Did the problem start when you changed fuel filter? The only issue I know that would cause a problem is a loose/torn o-ring or damaged housing.

[@mjo23dan]

+Mod MINI car was running fine before the change. There are no damaged o-rings. I have checked it at least 4 times now and everything is where it's supposed to be.

[@ModMINI]

MJO23DAN Check fuel pressure at fuel rail schrader valve. It should be around 50PSI. Other than that, maybe dirt got into fuel injectors if you did not mop up old fuel. Or, fuel pump was disturbed somehow and has eaten some dirt.

[@mjo23dan]

+Mod MINI don't have a gauge to test. I'm gonna have to bring it into a shop to test the fuel system. I did exactly what you have described in the DIY and discarded old fuel. I'm hoping the fuel pump didn't fail on me. Sounds like an expensive job.

[@jimholewka7110]

You should NOT use a screwdriver!! Use a brass punch and brass hammer! A steel screwdriver can cause a spark!

[@ModMINI]

jim holewka I suppose that is true. ModMINIacs - take heed!

[@bernardbarbour]

Great point Jim. Mod Mini you have to put a disclaimer in your video now :-)

[@garrietaylor9519]

No disclaimer needed - natural selection will be effective

[@R53_Isaiah]

Good thing I read this after I've already done the job

[@mirzauysal5729]

Hi i replaced fuel filter on my 04 Cooper yesterday and now car takes 3 trys to start it hesitates and fuel gauge reads completly wrong

[@ModMINI]

Torn or missing o-ring/seal or you dislodged a tube going to the fuel pump on the other side.

[@davidvangoethem3089]

Thanks my 04 MCS has 230K so maybe I should do this.

[@ModMINI]

Yeah, might be a good idea, hehe.

[@PixelChristian93]

@@ModMINI - Question on a 2012 Mini Countryman. first i want to say THANKS! thanks for all your videos that have helped me SOOO much! heres my question, I can't locate the fuel vapor vent solenoid on my countryman. Do you have any idea where it is located?

[@patrickdreiding3342]

Excellent video. I successfully replaced the fuel filter in my 2006 R52. Had a few issues along the way. First I did not properly put the lid on the canister. This resulted with no gas getting to engine. Once fixed, I drove to the gas station to fill up. This time a little gas leaked and spilled on the ground. Drive home and repositioned the seal about the canister. All is good now except the gasoline smell in the car. Luckily it’s a convertible. Any suggestion how to remove the smell?

[@stainglassmoon8641]

Could you make a video about replacing the fuel filter housing? I ran into a problem with the fuel line connection, if you post a video about how to replace the whole housing, that would be helpful!

[@ModMINI]

I've never had to replace the entire housing.

[@stainglassmoon8641]

@@ModMINI do you know what I would need to disconnect? I’ve never done it on a mini before.

[@jeromea1659]

👇 I used a flat screw driver to turn the valve cap. Then I use my 45° neddlenose to push valve open😎

[@GarthGoldberg]

Suggestion: A little SilGlyde on the O-rings and seals.

[@ModMINI]

Garth Goldberg Yup, or even just a bit of clean motor oil, anything to make them slippery. Never install a dry o-ring.

[@kaycamcas1]

+Mod MINI ...I think you need to go back and edit your video and add a section to lube the O-rings...that would have been very helpful. I may have messed something else up trying to get all this together.

[@ModMINI]

+kaycamcas1 I'll add an annotation. It is not possible to edit a video on KZbin without deleting and uploading a new one.

[@osvaldohurtadoruiz6385]

Hello Mr... I just did it but now engine doesn’t starts... any suggestions?... thanks and your videos are the best ones...

[@ModMINI]

Check all o-ring placement.

[@osvaldohurtadoruiz6385]

Mod MINI oh yeah... that was the problem.... an O-Ring were broken during installing the filter... thanks

[@metame3803]

First, let me say that I love Mod MINI's videos. They are excellent. But I do have (what I believe is) an important comment on this video. I don't think the guessed purpose of the two gaskets in the kit, as stated in the video, is correct. While I have the OEM fuel filter kit, rather than the Vaico kit installed in this video, I can tell you that one of the two gaskets in the OEM kit is marked "Diesel Only". That is, the fuel filter kit is a universal kit for either diesel or gasoline applications (there is a diesel MINI in Europe). In the US where only gasoline MINIs were sold, use the gasket that is not marked "Diesel Only". I presume the Vaico kit includes two gaskets for the same reason. Can anyone confirm?

[@telecasteredtodeath]

Great work, thanks for sharing. I'm scarred she'll squirt fuel inside my car and it'll stink like the original Leyland mini my parents had in 1976.

[@ModMINI]

Any smell goes away in a day or two.

[@abfilho1]

Very good.

[@portugal19845]

How long do u need to change the fuel filter thanks you so much for videos help me lots

[@ModMINI]

How long the job should take varies dramatically based on available tools, prior experience and aptitude for tinkering. But it shouldn't take long at all.

[@malcolmpotts9096]

Here, here, to positive comments. Any chance of a video on a throttle body clean? It would be most appreciated. Cheers

[@ModMINI]

Just remove the intake tube and spray some cleaner in there. You can actuate the valve carefully if you like. Any stuff that comes off can just get sucked through the engine next startup cycle. If that bothers you, maybe put a rag in there but only do so if you can get it out. If that still bothers you, there are 4 10mm bolts to unscrew the throttle body from the TB to supercharger intake tube.

[@reinier1234]

I didn’t replace the 2 small o rings and it doesn’t want to start LOL. I think I messed up the big thin oring I opened and it is ripped. I ordeded a new kit tomorrow hopefully it starts I feel like it leaking internally because of the o rings are only one time use

[@tontohorse367]

Safety tips for working on fuel tank in an enclosed space....Disconnect battery, Open all doors/windows, Do not smoke and DO NOT USE AN ELECTRIC POWER TOOL AS THEY COULD IGNITE FUEL VAPOURS FROM ELECTRICAL SPARKS !!!!!