2004 Mini Cooper problems
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2004 Mini Cooper problems
Alright everybody,
I've come to this forum many times before for information about my 2004 Mini Cooper (replaced the turn signal, front axle, etc). This is the first time I've not found what I was looking for. So!
I bought my Mini in 2010 with 62k and I now have three issues:
Exhaust Strap: It had a new exhaust (whether it was done correctly is debatable -side grumble-) yet I have already replaced the exhuast strap (2011). It now has the same clunking sound in the right rear. The garage (independent BMW dealership that handles lots of Minis) has told me the exhaust strap is fatigued. This is a 200$+ part. Does anyone have any suggestions as to a fix for this? I don't want to be replacing this every two years.
Wheel Shudder: After about an hour of travel (typically high speed, not stopping) it feels like the brake is grabbing and the steering wheel gives huge shudders. As in it will jerk to the side. It's an entertaining experience but one I would like to stop. Anyone else had this experience? What did it take to fix?
Sunroof: My sunroof track cracked 2 years ago so the roof will open but not close. I just had the garage unplug the motor because, short of replacing the entire assembly, the garage told me there is no fix. Has anyone else had this happen? Any fixes?
Thanks in advance for all the answers!
I've come to this forum many times before for information about my 2004 Mini Cooper (replaced the turn signal, front axle, etc). This is the first time I've not found what I was looking for. So!
I bought my Mini in 2010 with 62k and I now have three issues:
Exhaust Strap: It had a new exhaust (whether it was done correctly is debatable -side grumble-) yet I have already replaced the exhuast strap (2011). It now has the same clunking sound in the right rear. The garage (independent BMW dealership that handles lots of Minis) has told me the exhaust strap is fatigued. This is a 200$+ part. Does anyone have any suggestions as to a fix for this? I don't want to be replacing this every two years.
Wheel Shudder: After about an hour of travel (typically high speed, not stopping) it feels like the brake is grabbing and the steering wheel gives huge shudders. As in it will jerk to the side. It's an entertaining experience but one I would like to stop. Anyone else had this experience? What did it take to fix?
Sunroof: My sunroof track cracked 2 years ago so the roof will open but not close. I just had the garage unplug the motor because, short of replacing the entire assembly, the garage told me there is no fix. Has anyone else had this happen? Any fixes?
Thanks in advance for all the answers!
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