1161 Intake System

2019 Mini Cooper Base, 2D Convertible, Automatic TransSECTION 1161 Intake System

B36 ENGINE (COOPER BASE): 

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATION (INTAKE PLENUM)

  Type Thread Tightening specifications Dimension
1AZ Intake plenum to cylinder head B32S15M0/B38M0/U0/B36M0 M6   10 Nm
2AZ Boost pressure sensor to intake plenum B32S15M0/B38M0/U0/B36M0 M6   8 Nm
3AZ Charge air hose to oil sump B32S15M0/B38M0/U0/B36M0 M6   8 Nm

B46 AND B48 ENGINES (COOPER S AND JCW): 

11 61 INTAKE PLENUM - TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATION

  Type Thread Tightening specifications Dimension
1AZ Intake plenum to cylinder head B42S2000/B46M0/O0/B48M0/O0 M6   10 Nm
2AZ Holder for intake plenum to cylinder head/crankcase B42S2000/B46M0/O0/B48M0/O0 M6   10 Nm
3AZ Rear intake plenum holder B42S2000/B46M0/O0/B48M0/O0 M6   10 Nm
4AZ Intake plenum to rear/front holder B42S2000/B46M0/O0/B48M0/O0     8 Nm
5AZ Holder for wiring harness to intake plenum B42S2000/B46M0/O0/B48M0/O0     5 Nm
6AZ Tank vent line to intake plenum B42S2000/B46M0/O0/B48M0/O0     5 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.