2012 Mini Cooper Base, 2D Convertible, Automatic TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

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TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATION - ENGINE BLOCK

  Type Thread Tightening specifications Dimension
1AZ Main bearing screws, observe tightening specification. N14 M9x115 Replace screws  
Jointing torque 30 Nm
Angle of rotation 150 °
2AZ Bedplate, observe tightening specification. N14 M6 Replace screws  
Jointing torque 9 Nm
3AZ Screw plug, gear case upper section N14 M22x1.5   35 Nm
4AZ Screw plug, gear case lower section N14 M16x1.5 Replace seal 30 Nm
5AZ Oil baffle to crankcase lower section N14 M6x100   10 Nm
6AZ Screw plug, gear case lower section N14 M16x1.5 Replace seal 30 Nm
7AZ Screw plug, gear case lower section N14 M16x1.5 Replace seal 30 Nm
8AZ Oil spray nozzle to crankcase upper section N14 M10   20 Nm
9AZ Bearing pin N14 M8x1.25 Replace O-ring 24 Nm
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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.