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.
2018 Mini Cooper Base, 2D Convertible, Automatic TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Refrigerant | w/R-1234yf | 1.10 LBS. | 0.49 KG | R1234yf Part No. 83 19 2 354 790 | The nameplate in the engine compartment indicates which refrigerant has been used. Approximate capacity. | S | |
| Air Cond Refrigerant | w/R-134a | 1.10 LBS. | 0.49 KG | R-134a Part No. 83 19 9 408 386. | The nameplate in the engine compartment indicates which refrigerant has been used. Approximate capacity. | S | |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 5.80 QTS. | 5.48 L | Part No. 83 22 2 355 599. | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | Base,Automatic Trans | 6.05 QTS. | 5.72 L | S | |||
| Engine Oil | 1.5L Eng | w/Filter | 4.90 QTS. | 4.63 L | API - SL or superior oil rating: SAE 0W-20 | Alternatively, also engine oils with viscosity grades SAE 0W-30, SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30, SAE 0W-40 or SAE 5W-40 can be used. | S |
| Engine Oil | 1.5L Eng | w/o Filter | 3.45 QTS. | 3.26 L | API - SL or superior oil rating: SAE 0W-20 | Alternatively, also engine oils with viscosity grades SAE 0W-30, SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30, SAE 0W-40 or SAE 5W-40 can be used. | S |
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 2.35 QTS. | 2.22 L | Part No. 83 22 2 344 589. | 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.