Mini R56 Oil Cooler Leak

One of the toughest coolant leaks to track down is from the oil cooler.

Mini r56 oil cooler leak.

I ve replaced the valve cover a month ago but the oil leak persist and the burning oil smell is still there. Mini cooper 2007 11 mini cooper s 2007 11. Mini cooper n a a mini cooper s 2007 11. Mini oil cooler seals for all gen 2 coopers s s.

When i bought my 2007 mini cooper s it s main issue was a massive oil leak. A mini r56 oil filter housing leak repair is probably necessary if you see smoke rising from the engine compartment around the exhaust manifold. Another weak link that has been well documented in mini r56 and r57 engines is a leaking oil filter housing. In this video i show you how to replace the oil feed line with an upgraded unit.

I came to find out that the most likely cause of this leak was the oil feed line. If you have an s model the turbo oil feed pipe is a very common leak and can be dangerous if not repaired. If you drive your car hard and see some oil in this area it s a good bet you might need a set. I came to find out that the most likely cause of this leak was the oil feed line going to the turbo.

We have to replace these while doing a super kit so we keep them on hand. I have a 2011 r56 turbo and notice a slight oil leak on the floor in the front center engine area. On the 2nd generation mini r55 r56 r57 there are also several common oil leaks. Similar process for all second generation mini cooper convertible clubman coupe roadster countryman pacem.

This tech article shows you how to replace the oil pan gasket on mini r56 models applies to. I also show how to seal the leaks in the oil cooler housing. When these seals let go you will know. When i m idle at the light with the heater on i can smell a strong burning smell.

The valve cover gasket on these tend to leak just like first gen mini. When i bought my 2007 mini cooper s it s main issue was a massive oil leak.