Published On Apr 5, 2021
Links for tools & parts below! Similar process for any 2007-2013 Mini Cooper or Mini Cooper S R56, for Coupe/Roadster R58/R59 or first generation Countryman / Paceman R60/R61.
**be sure to verify fitment for your specific vehicle for vehicle parts suggested below**
*** Parts ***
Crankshaft seal / rear main seal
https://amzn.to/3wloVT0
Clutch kit for N14 engine (228mm disk size):
https://amzn.to/3dxFEtU
or
https://ebay.to/3wvojKz
Dual mass flywheel for N14 engine (228mm disk size):
https://amzn.to/3urt8mz
or
https://ebay.to/2PqDDrr
Clutch kit for N12/N16 (base Cooper non-turbo):
https://amzn.to/3ml5i9h
Flywheel for N12/N16 (base Cooper non-turbo) (Flywheel replacement optional on this engine):
https://amzn.to/3unSOjK
Clutch kit for N18 turbo engine/ Countryman/Paceman (235mm disk size)
https://ebay.to/2R60pFs
or
https://amzn.to/2PsjykA
Dual mass flywheel for N18 turbo engine/Countryman/Paceman (235mm disk size)
https://ebay.to/3dBdiyK
or
https://amzn.to/3cQOAvm
Redline MTL Transmission Fluid (2 liters/quarts)
https://amzn.to/3miHiTW
Long funnel with tube
https://amzn.to/31Q2HKI
*****Tools ****
Milwaukee Fuel 3/8 mini impact gun
https://amzn.to/3unFDiR
Milwaukee Fuel 3/8 mini ratchet
https://amzn.to/2R2S4Ch
Ridgid 1/2 impact gun
https://amzn.to/2OojsK8
(But I’d suggest getting Milwaukee M18 instead)
https://amzn.to/2Ps8fsE
External star (Reverse Torx) socket set
https://amzn.to/3fIPT0T
Torx socket set
https://amzn.to/3mklUxD
Socket extension set 1/4, 3/8, 1/2
https://amzn.to/3wrav3H
Exhaust hanger pliers:
https://amzn.to/3mkXFPR
Snap ring pliers:
https://amzn.to/3wlmujk
Transmission jack
https://amzn.to/3rUWZBT
Hydraulic lift table (mine is no longer available, choose from similar options)
https://amzn.to/3fGFJ0V
Pole jack (mine is no longer available, choose from similar options)
https://amzn.to/31OS9eW
MaxJax low-rise residential shop lift:
https://www.maxjax.com/maxjax/
Video recorded with Gopro Hero 8 Black
https://amzn.to/3upxP0e
How to remove front end R56:
• Front End Service Mode - MINI Cooper ...
How to replace transmission clutch, flywheel, throwout bearing, rear seal / crankshaft seal for R56 R55 R58 R59 R60 R61 Mini Cooper, Cooper S, Turbo, John Cooper Works, JCW GP.
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