Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2007 Mini Cooper Base, 2D Convertible, Automatic CVTFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | N/A | N/A | Refer To Compressor Label. | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | Eng CD W10 | 0.91 LBS. | 0.41 KG | R-134a | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Automatic CVT Trans | 5.00 QTS. | 4.73 L | Esso EZL 799 (83 22 0 136 376) fluid | DO NOT use ordinary ATF, as transmission damage may result. | S | |
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 4 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | Base | Including Heater | 5.60 QTS. | 5.29 L | 50/50 mixture of Antifreeze with corrosion resistance and water | S | |
| Engine Coolant | w/Integrated Air Conditioner | 5.50 QTS. | 5.2 L | 50/50 mixture of Antifreeze with corrosion resistance and water | S | ||
| Engine Oil | Eng CD W10 | w/Filter | 4.76 QTS. | 4.5 L | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | S | |
| Fuel Tank | Base,S | 13.20 GALS. | 49.96 L | Includes: a reserve of 2.1 gal. | S | ||
| Power Steering Fluid | N/A | N/A | Pentosin CHF | S | |||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.