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

4 жыл бұрын

Front end service mode

@8Djoshh

3 жыл бұрын

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

@RougeSprat

3 жыл бұрын

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.

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.

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

4 жыл бұрын

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

4 жыл бұрын

@@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)

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

7 жыл бұрын

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

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

Жыл бұрын

Well how’d it go?

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

4 жыл бұрын

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

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

3 жыл бұрын

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!

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

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

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.

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

9 жыл бұрын

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.

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!!!!!!🤪💨💨💨💭💭💭

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

4 жыл бұрын

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

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

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

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

4 жыл бұрын

Good job. That sounds way overpriced.

@joeandmax1

11 ай бұрын

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

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!

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

6 жыл бұрын

Rip off Britain.

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

7 жыл бұрын

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

7 жыл бұрын

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

@fotomedia1

6 жыл бұрын

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

@ghostwrench2292

3 жыл бұрын

@@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.

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🤙

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

7 жыл бұрын

Grimly Curmudgeon 🤣

@ghostwrench2292

3 жыл бұрын

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.

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

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

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!

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)

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

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.

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

3 жыл бұрын

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

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

7 жыл бұрын

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 ;)

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

9 жыл бұрын

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)

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

8 жыл бұрын

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

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

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

2 жыл бұрын

success!!!

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

9 жыл бұрын

+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...

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

9 жыл бұрын

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: kzread.info/dash/bejne/fYquzKqQp7LIZJM.html No drips, no mess!

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

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

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

10 жыл бұрын

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

10 жыл бұрын

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

@ModMINI

10 жыл бұрын

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

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.

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

9 жыл бұрын

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.

When putting everything thing back, is there a specific torque for each bolt?

@ModMINI

4 жыл бұрын

Technically yes, but knowing how tight is the correct amount of tight is a skill that needs to be acquired to do mechanical work.

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

9 жыл бұрын

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.

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

6 жыл бұрын

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

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

9 жыл бұрын

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

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

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

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

7 жыл бұрын

Maybe the green gasket between supercharger and intake tube.

@Iowacanadianguy

7 жыл бұрын

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

Hi there I am a BIG fan of your video's, The supercharger on my R53 has started making grinding noises - its been noisy for the last six months but recently got worse - I am wary of buying a second hand unit off the internet - I have bought a service kit that comes with bearings, oil etc, that way I know the unit will run ok.. Have you ever serviced the inside of a unit ?? I believe the grinding and clacking noise is coming from the worn bearings in the unit. The water pump was replaced 2 years and little mileage since . Your feedback would be appreciated ..

@rett4113

3 жыл бұрын

I need to know this too

did you know you can do it without any disassembly other than removing the water pump? the front plug is fairly accessible right next to the dipstick. Bentley manual calls for you not to remove oil, and only to fill until full. you could drain it with a syringe if you do wish to drain it. I don't know why it's so overlooked to do it on the car.

@ModMINI

7 жыл бұрын

Yes, that's possible. It's a necessary maintenance. In the last year I've replaced 2-3 superchargers that used up all their oil in the rear chamber and failed.

@aruss100

6 жыл бұрын

I bought some Eton SC oil and they supplied me with a syringe. I took car to my local garage and they refused to attempt it and numerous "mechanic" friends are also wary of trying this. I am going to show them your video and hopefully they might change their mind. My 06 S has not yet reached 70k so have time to find the right man for the job. Great video.

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

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

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

3 жыл бұрын

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.

Should I replace the water pump for good measure while doing this?

@ModMINI

4 жыл бұрын

If you value your time, yes.

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

am i able to change a super charger pulley on my r53 with the supercharger off of the car??

@ModMINI

6 жыл бұрын

Of course, it would be easier that way.

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

9 жыл бұрын

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.

While your at this point, is it worth cleaning the intercooler out to remove the oil residue?

@ModMINI

5 жыл бұрын

You can clean it but the oil is normal and will come right back.

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.

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.

I just bought a 04 R53 today with 117k miles. Had no idea this was a thing. Will just replacing the oil be enough because I've seen people say that you need a rebuilt supercharger.

@ModMINI

10 жыл бұрын

Replacing the oil ensures that you don't have to rebuild the supercharger for a long long time.

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!

that s/c is most difficult to access ive got an l67 s/c , they r so easy to remove!

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?

What mileage are you meant to change the oil on the super charger?

@AhilMohan

3 жыл бұрын

It's not service specified, but good to change it every 60K kms

Excellent tutorial video by the way!

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

6 жыл бұрын

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

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

@ModMINI

10 жыл бұрын

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.

I have an '05 R53 with 90k miles. How do you know when it's time to service the supercharger?

@ModMINI

5 жыл бұрын

If it hasn't been done by you or someone else by 100k miles or when it starts making horrible noises. Sorry.

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

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

@ModMINI

6 жыл бұрын

Not really.

Can any one help me I have n r53 wich I plan to to a intake miltek cat back sc pulley 17% And then remap I was told at this point that the injectors would need maxed out Is this true I could a get a different fuel pressure regulator n use that to pump to accomadate fuel delivery

@ModMINI

7 жыл бұрын

You need injectors, immediately after which you will need a tune to remap the ecu to work with the larger injectors.

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

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

7 жыл бұрын

No should be fine.

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

5 жыл бұрын

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

Great videos! Do you have any videos on how a supercharger that needs an oil service sounds? And how it should sound after?

@ModMINI

4 жыл бұрын

There is no difference in sound until it's already too late.

@ghostwrench2292

3 жыл бұрын

@FourAM Epiphany - if you plan on keeping your car a long time, I would do this service immediately and then again in 80k miles or so. My supercharger is making the awful sound - it sounds like rocks rattling in your engine - so I've pulled my supercharger and looked at the PTO gears. I'm going to have to replace the supercharger now. It would have been a lot cheaper to simply replace the oil, but I didn't know.

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

@ModMINI

7 жыл бұрын

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

hi i hope you can help me ? I just saw your front end mode video which may be of use to me i have 03 cooper 1.6 when i idle for 5 mins the expantion tank starts to bubble. i have noticed a red wire that looks cut at 45 degree angle it hangs out my front grill and i now found the radiator is not spooling up but its not showing overheating issues i assume this is a power lead as it is Red and in a protective sleeve but can not for the life of me find the other cut half . i was told as my mini has no air con it could just be the loom for that i'm not convinced as i have no power to main fan please help if you have a second thanks in advance

@ModMINI

5 жыл бұрын

No idea about the wire but boil-over after only a couple minutes at idle can be a blown head gasket.

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

5 жыл бұрын

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

thank you for these gems. well done!

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

The one important thing to watch out for is the grey vacuum line connected to the map sensor. It is extremely easy to snap the tube off the end of the map sensor. If you do this way motor works sells replacements for just under $30 shipped. Be VERY careful with the inlet pipe and either remove the map sensor first or disconnect the grey vacuum tube.

put in a DTBPV and NewDiverter. Didnt actually help made it worse. So I then start tracing backthe air flow and notice that the inlet tube was shifted about an inch and the scew was missing that holds in place, so after putting in service mode and pulling the front apart and getting into the eaton to drain and re have a custom made inlet tube going in. I see why you state its your least favorite part. R53GypseDanger

@ModMINI

10 жыл бұрын

Yes, I hate that part. There is another way to remove it. Instead of disconnecting the small rubber hose between the inlet and the bypass valve, sometimes I just remove the three 11mm bolts for the left side intercooler horn and pull the whole thing off. You were replacing the bypass valve so you would have had to remove that hose anyway.

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

7 жыл бұрын

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.

@Modmini Do I have to have a tension bar? Or can I use a pry bar of some sort? And if not, where would dI get a tension bar?

@ModMINI

4 жыл бұрын

I would use the belt tensioner tool. Unsafe to improvise. See video description for a link.

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?

Might you, by chance, create a video demonstrating SCharger oil refill/replace without full removal? Please advise as I would like to do this upon implementing my other mods in the not too distant future. Again, thank you sir.

@ModMINI

9 жыл бұрын

There is no way to do it without removal. The water pump interferes with the rear chamber fill and the only way to remove the water pump is to remove the supercharger.

@JONNYMOORE10

7 жыл бұрын

I've changed a water pump with the supercharger in situ...it's difficult but entirely possible.

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

5 жыл бұрын

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

@billwhite7614

5 жыл бұрын

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

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

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

9 жыл бұрын

Sorry for the massive KZread 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

9 жыл бұрын

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

9 жыл бұрын

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

9 жыл бұрын

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

9 жыл бұрын

***** 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.

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!

how many miles do you service the supercharger oil

@ModMINI

6 жыл бұрын

No published interval but probably good idea to do by 120k miles the first time, then every 60k after.

Even Miata owners are watching this guy. Why? So we can salvage the supercharger and put it on our Miata that's why. LOL.

Great vidoes man!!! Question how often should this be done? I just recently took possession of an 05 R53.

@ModMINI

8 жыл бұрын

+TheZodiac31 Nobody knows because MINI never specified, but once every 80K would be a good idea.

@TheZodiac31

3 жыл бұрын

@Ellie Basic Well if that ain't a late reply. 😆 But thanks for it. That mini is long dead though. I got tired of throwing money at it.

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

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

I'm a new owner to a 85k car and pure peace of mind wants me to carry out this service . Iv read varied inspection recommendations some say every 30k and some even say 100k is when to renew the SC oil. I doubt mine has ever been checked in its 85k / 11 years . Will I bite the bullet and just get it done now ? I think I'd sleep better . . . .

@ModMINI

8 жыл бұрын

+Mark Learmonth 30k is overkill. I did one recently that was 120k and hadn't been done before. Still looked fine. I'd say first time 100K, then check once every 60-80k miles after that (assuming that you might get more loss as seals get old.

@parbogeypar

8 жыл бұрын

+Mod MINI I was thinking that 30k was overkill. My car has done around 2k per year ( around town) for around 8 years so I'm expecting low wear on the car . I might hold off for now after hearing your experience and reading others . I don't think say 100k is as high mileage as it used to be ! As for the GM oil that you use is a lot more expensive here and only available on eBay . $8 to you and it's around £25-30 here in the uk . However I think even the Mercedes and jaguar oil for the SC is around the same price here which is easier to get . Thanks for replying and I'll look forward to your next videos !

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

@ModMINI

7 жыл бұрын

Experience and/or labeling/organization.

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

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?

Looking into purchasing an '06 Mini Cooper S with 87k miles on it. Owner informed me the timing chain has been replaced, but that her mechanic has told her that the supercharger would need to be replaced. Test driving I didn't hear anything or was the acceleration affected. Being that she's asking $3,400 what would be the cost of supercharger replacement or rebuild cost? With this info I was thinking of offering $2,900-$3000. Would appreciate your feedback!

@ModMINI

7 жыл бұрын

Not sure how they reached diagnosis that supercharger needs replacing. $3000 would be a great deal on a 2006 Cooper S. Do it and deal with the supercharger later. If it is not making really loud noises now, just oil service may be all that's needed and a misdiagnosis is a possibility as well (sometimes idler pulley makes noise and an inexperienced mechanic might say it's the supercharger) Even if it is, used ones pop up on eBay all the time.