MINI Hatchback Common Problems and Solutions
Gearbox problems
Problem:
There has been several reports of gearbox problems on the Mini. One of the most common ones is to hear a crunching noise when changing gear, which also makes it difficult to change gear.
Solution:
Gearbox problems can be expensive to repair and sometimes you are best fitting a replacement gearbox. We want to help you find a replacement gearbox at a price which will make you smile.
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Power steering problems
Problem:
Have you been finding that the steering is very heavy on your Mini? If so, the power steering pump has been known to fail on this vehicle. The heavy steering is at its worst at low speeds.
Solution:
You will need to replace the power steering pump to rectify the issue.
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Power Steering Pump
Engine misfiring
Problem:
If your car has been misfiring, then it is most likely caused by a failure of the coil pack. When the coil pack fails you will be noticing that the car is running very rough and the engine idling is very irregular, with the revs going up and down instead of remaining constant.
Solution:
You will need to replace the coil pack to fix this problem. Watch the video below for an idea how to replace the coil pack yourself and save money in the process:
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Coil Pack
Knocking noise
Problem:
Are you hearing a knocking noise coming from underneath the car? This noise will be coming from around the middle of the car and will be most noticeable as you pass over speed bumps or poorly surfaced roads. This noise is caused by a failure of the exhaust hanger bracket and its mounting strap.
Solution:
You will need to fit a replacement exhaust hanger bracket and mounting strap to resolve the issue. We want to help you find your replacement exhaust parts at a very low price.
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