How much oil does a Mini supercharger take?

We supply 225ml of the supercharger Oil – you only require 145 ml in the nose (pulley side) and 40ml in the rear – this leaves a little leftover should you need a top-up or in case you spill any.

What are the service intervals for Mini Cooper?

Your Vehicle Check Service is a scheduled service that helps make sure your MINI is in its best possible condition. This service is required every three years from first registration and then around every two years after. We’ll give your car a thorough inspection, including wheel and tyre checks.

Do superchargers need servicing?

The supercharger is cooled and also lubricated by oil within the housing which requires regular maintenance. If you start to hear grinding noises and haven’t changed your oil in some time, you should schedule your Mini for a maintenance appointment as soon as possible.

How do I know if my supercharger needs oil?

Signs of Supercharger Oil Issues Some of the signs that you will notice in your MINI when the supercharger oil needs replacing include a range of strange noises coming from within the engine compartment. These noises can be in the form of low clacking to rough growling and other variations in between.

How often should I service my Mini Cooper s supercharger?

To get a quote to service your Supercharger and (if happy) book your car in with us please click here to begin. The first generation Mini Cooper S and John Cooper Works was fitted with an ‘Eaton’ supercharger. The supercharger has two independent oil reservoirs that need changing every 100,000 miles.

What kind of supercharger does a Mini Cooper have?

The first generation Mini Cooper S and John Cooper Works was fitted with an ‘Eaton’ supercharger. The supercharger has two independent oil reservoirs that need changing every 100,000 miles.

Is there a service manual for a Mini Cooper?

Along with websites such as this one, the Bentley Mini Cooper Service Manual (2002 to 2006) has proven to be quite helpful. I’ve recently obtained the How To Maintain and Modify MINI Cooper (covers Mark 1, R50/R52/R53 Cars) and find it helpful as well, but it is mainly for doing things on your own.

How do I remove the supercharger?

Use a 13mm socket and remove the four bolts holding the supercharger to the engine (red arrows)–the bolts are different lengths so keep track of them. You can now pull the supercharger and charged air plenum off the engine. Take the supercharger to your bench and use a 3/16 Hex socket to remove the plug (red arrow).