I would remove them from the shift lever and check if they move freely. The cvt transmission seems to be flawed and acknowledged by the manufacturer as they do not put these transmissions into the newer models. In addition, shifting the car will be more difficult. Give The Pelican Parts parts specialists a call at 1-888-280-7799. September 4, 2014 Followup from the Pelican Staff: Yes, that is lifetime fluid. The consumer has since donated the vehicle. Get all four wheels up on jack stands and make sure your Cooper is level.
Engine splash panel removal points. Still shaking so I checked my bearings, replaced the front passenger side bearing today and on my test drive, it was still shaky with acceleration 40-50 mph, but considerably less. This cost is more that the vehicles' current value. When loosening, use a swift motion to shock it. When I put the shifter in 3rd it just don't seem to go all the way in.
Dealers, manufactures will not even discuss it. The car had just about 37,000 miles on it and was regularly maintained at the dealers shop. I tightened the fill and drain plug to 32 ft lbs just like the article says. No scratch noises but the clutch feels good but picks up really low. For an instant response, give our parts specialists a call at 1-888-280-7799. Step 4 — Add new fluid Once the old fluid has completely drained, it is time to fill it with new fluid.
Great sight and looking forward to patronizing you. Compressed air hose attaches at base for stability. You can get a detailed estimate, then call around to different shops to compare the price. Unique hands free locking nozzle. January 27, 2015 Followup from the Pelican Staff: Do not over-tighten the plug. I have a new clutch slave. The current mileage is 91,991 and failure mileage was 89,000.
March 26, 2013 Followup from the Pelican Staff: Give our parts specialists a call: 1-888-280-7799 They will get you the right type and amount of fluid. If I fill with the cars rear wheels on ramps it will overfill, maybe a pint or so, but is that bad? Give our parts specialists a call at 1-888-280-7799. I just had the transmission fluid changed last week. The car will not take any other transmission option. Could this be related to the transmission oil or the linkage September 15, 2014 Followup from the Pelican Staff: Could be the cables.
Make sure that you have a drain pan capable of handling at least 4 quarts of transmission oil. When driving is getting difficult to change gears but I can do it and without any grinding noise. August 1, 2016 Followup from the Pelican Staff: I responded to your other post. No disclosure of it during the sale. I think the pin that holds the fork to the shaft broke? Over time that oil will loose some of its lubricating properties, and also get full of microscopic metal and other particles.
They can help you find the right part. Light pressure on the gas does not cause this issue, but a harder press does. November 16, 2015 Followup from the Pelican Staff: Thanks for the additional info and feedback. For more How-to Tutorials visit our Website:. Adapters feature quick disconnect and supplied fluid hose. It takes a few tries to get it to go into gear. September 11, 2013 Followup from the Pelican Staff: You do not have to remove the subframer for a transmission fluid service.
All signs pointed to major transmission problem. Clutch and shifting is smooth in all gears including R. Getting it into rev, 1st and 5th are very difficult, so much so that my wife cannot change the gears. I was told, it could be that I need to change my transmission fluid or tranny filter. Am I about to lose my transmission? Lately it's been hard to get it into 1st or 2nd when at an intersection or when downshifting. At this time, Pelican Parts can supply you with either quart or gallon sizes - Nick at Pelican Parts miniT Comments: I have a 2007 manual 6 speed cooper.
September 16, 2013 Followup from the Pelican Staff: No problem. Mechanical Work performed within the last month. Baron reprogrammed the car under warranty. Below is a summary of service visits, replacement of the cvt in 2007, and the current status of the cvt as inoperable. Any ideas would be appreciated?? Join us in our and ask a question to one of our many automotive experts. I took it immediately to the dealer. Car was in excellent condition otherwise.
At a stop light I began hearing a very loud grinding noise, like metal in a blender, the car would not engage in gear, I had to be pushed out of the intersection. Now at 60k miles the clutch is basically done. I was told that there was a crack in the transmission. Failure was total and sudden and vehicle is undriveable without new transmission. Local shop finally gave up, refunding my deposit and returning car with rebuilt transmission that will only drives in low gear at 20 mph.