Your repairs – 2007 Mini Cooper
Jamie Mooney's wife saw a Mini Cooper with a failed cylinder head gasket, and encouraged him to get it running. He did so, with the help of Haynes...
Mini Tips and Tutorials Archive
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Mini Mk1 common problems (2001-2007)
The first-generation BMW Mini is great to look at, drive and live with, and Haynes can show you how to save loads of money by diagnosing any issues and sorting them yourself.
Mini Mk2 (R56) common problems (2006-2013)
The second-generation 'new' Mini offers style and low running costs. Haynes can help you lower those costs further by showing you how to diagnose and repair it yourself...
Haynes on YouTube: new Mini videos
You'll find 20 videos in Haynes’ 2014-2018 Mini YouTube playlist, to help you carry out popular maintenance jobs on your Mini One, Mini Cooper and Mini Cooper S...
7 things you’d only know about the MINI (first generation) by taking it apart
The MINI is a simple car to work on, and with your Haynes Manual to hand, you can tackle most jobs. However, it never hurts to have a bit more information, so here are some insider tips we picked up when putting the manual together…
Video: How to change the engine oil and filter on a Mini Cooper, Cooper S and One (2014 to 2018)
Do you need to change the engine oil and oil filter on your Mini Cooper, Cooper S or Mini One (2014 to 2018 models) but don't know where to start? This video tutorial shows you step-by-step how to do it!...
Haynes adds new third-generation MINI to Owner’s Workshop Manual range
Haynes has published a new manual for the third-generation MINI, which covers the Hatchback 3- & 5-door One, Cooper and Cooper S models. Our new manual also includes petrol 1.2 litre (1198cc) 3-cyl turbo, 1.4 litre (1499cc) 3-cyl turbo, 2.0 litre (1998cc) 4-cyl turbo and Turbo-diesel 1.4 litre...
5 ways to make your MINI into a track day animal
The MINI has always marketed itself on being fun, and what’s more fun than getting out on track and giving your oily bits a right good kicking? But even though the MINI is good fun out of the box, there are things you can do to make the fun even greater. As such, we’ve had a think and come up with...
MINI routine maintenance guide (2006 to 2013 petrol and diesel engines)
Do you own a MINI and have questions about its routine maintenance, such as when to change the oil, or even what oil type? Perhaps you've been wondering how often to change the fluids in your MINI or how often to get it serviced, check the brakes and other common checks. Our MINI routine...