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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.
2013 Mini Cooper JCW, 2D Convertible, Standard TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Specifications Index
COOPER (R58 & R59) - N14, N16, & N18 ENGINES SPECIFICATIONS INDEX
| System | Specification/Procedure | |
|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | ||
| Service | AIR CONDITIONING, AMOUNT OF REFRIGERANT | |
| Torque | TIGHTENING TORQUES | |
| Axle Nut/Hub Nut | - FRONT AXLE - TIGHTENING TORQUES - REAR AXLE - TIGHTENING TORQUES |
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| Battery | BATTERY | |
| Brakes | ||
| Bleeding Sequence | RR, LR, RF, LF | |
| Disc Brakes | TECHNICAL DATA | |
| Torque | TIGHTENING TORQUES | |
| Charging | ||
| Generator | REMOVING/INSTALLING/REPLACING ALTERNATOR | |
| Torque | ALTERNATOR WITH DRIVE AND MOUNTING PARTS | |
| Drive Belts | ||
| Adjustment | N/A | |
| Belt Routing | - N16: REPLACING DRIVE BELT FOR ALTERNATOR - N18 (S & JCW): REPLACING DRIVE BELT FOR ALTERNATOR - N14 (JCW up to model yr. 2012): REPLACING DRIVE BELT FOR ALTERNATOR |
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| Engine Cooling | ||
| General Service Specifications | - N16: COOLANT, COOLING SYSTEM TEST - N18 (S & JCW): COOLANT, COOLING SYSTEM TEST - N14 (JCW up to model yr. 2012): COOLANT, COOLING SYSTEM TEST |
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| Radiator Cap Pressure | RADIATOR WITH MOUNTING | |
| Thermostat R & I | - N16: REMOVING/INSTALLING/REPLACING COOLANT THERMOSTAT - N18 (S & JCW): REMOVING/INSTALLING/REPLACING COOLANT THERMOSTAT - N14 (JCW up to model yr. 2012): REMOVING/INSTALLING/REPLACING COOLANT THERMOSTAT |
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| Water Pump R & I | - N16: REMOVING/INSTALLING/REPLACING COOLANT PUMP - N18 (S & JCW): REMOVING/INSTALLING/REPLACING COOLANT PUMP - N14 (JCW up to model yr. 2012): REMOVING/INSTALLING/REPLACING COOLANT PUMP |
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| Engine Mechanical | ||
| Compression | - N16: ENGINE IN GENERAL - N18 (S): ENGINE IN GENERAL - N18 (JCW): ENGINE IN GENERAL - N14 (JCW up to model yr. 2012): ENGINE IN GENERAL |
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| Oil Pressure | - N16: OIL PUMP WITH STRAINER AND DRIVE - N18 (S & JCW): OIL PUMP WITH STRAINER AND DRIVE - N14 (JCW up to model yr. 2012): OIL PUMP WITH STRAINER AND DRIVE |
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| Overhaul | TECHNICAL DATA | |
| Torque | TIGHTENING TORQUES | |
| Fluid Specifications | See FLUIDS under MAINTENANCE tab. From within Manager or Service Writer, click the "30/60/90 Interval" or "Maint." button. | |
| Flywheel/Flex Plate Torque | N16: FLYWHEEL - N16 N18 (S & JCW): FLYWHEEL - N18 N14 (JCW up to model yr. 2012): FLYWHEEL - N14 |
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| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel Filter Location | In tank, integrated with fuel pump | |
| Fuel Filter R & I | FUEL PUMP | |
| Pressure Release Procedure | N/A | |
| Fuel Pressure Test Procedure | NOTES REGARDING THE FUEL PRESSURE TEST (REFERENCE PRESSURE: SURROUNDING AREA) | |
| Ignition | ||
| Firing Order | FIRING ORDER & CYLINDER IDENTIFICATION | |
| Ignition Wires (Routing) | Coil On Plug | |
| Spark Plug | ||
| Type | N16 engine: MINI Genuine OEM, part # 12122158165 N18 engine (S & JCW): MINI Genuine OEM, part # 12122293697 N14 engine (JCW up to model yr. 2012): MINI Genuine OEM, part # 12120035531 |
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| Gap | N/A | |
| Torque | 17 ± 2 ft. lbs. (23 ± 3 Nm) | |
| Starting | ||
| Starter | REMOVING/INSTALLING/REPLACING STARTER MOTOR | |
| Torque | STARTER MOTOR AND MOUNTING PARTS | |
| Wheel Alignment | ||
| Adjustment Specifications | TECHNICAL DATA | |
| Torque | TIGHTENING TORQUES | |
| Wheel Alignment | ||
| Adjustment Specifications | TECHNICAL DATA | |
| Torque | TIGHTENING TORQUES | |
| Wheel & Tire | ||
| Wheel Lug Nut Torque | 103 ± 7 ft. lbs (140 ± 10 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.
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