Noise when turning A/C on?
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#107
My 2011 MCS may have this issue
I've had my 2011 MCS for about a month (and 1700 miles) and I just started getting noise this weekend. I looked at the A/C line and it does not have the weight on it. My MINI was built in 11/10 so I don't know if the bulletin will apply.
I am not sure if my issue is the same as the rest because it doesn't just do it when the A/C is first started but whenever the A/C is on. Like when I got off the expressway on my way home tonight the noise was still there, about 40 minutes after starting the car. If I'm going fast enough or revving the engine high enough I can't hear it, but when I can it is the same noise that everyone else seems to have.
I am debating on taking it in now or just waiting until my first maintenance visit. Especially since the A/C seems to be working so well.
I am not sure if my issue is the same as the rest because it doesn't just do it when the A/C is first started but whenever the A/C is on. Like when I got off the expressway on my way home tonight the noise was still there, about 40 minutes after starting the car. If I'm going fast enough or revving the engine high enough I can't hear it, but when I can it is the same noise that everyone else seems to have.
I am debating on taking it in now or just waiting until my first maintenance visit. Especially since the A/C seems to be working so well.
#108
I've had my 2011 MCS for about a month (and 1700 miles) and I just started getting noise this weekend. I looked at the A/C line and it does not have the weight on it. My MINI was built in 11/10 so I don't know if the bulletin will apply.
I am not sure if my issue is the same as the rest because it doesn't just do it when the A/C is first started but whenever the A/C is on. Like when I got off the expressway on my way home tonight the noise was still there, about 40 minutes after starting the car. If I'm going fast enough or revving the engine high enough I can't hear it, but when I can it is the same noise that everyone else seems to have.
I am debating on taking it in now or just waiting until my first maintenance visit. Especially since the A/C seems to be working so well.
I am not sure if my issue is the same as the rest because it doesn't just do it when the A/C is first started but whenever the A/C is on. Like when I got off the expressway on my way home tonight the noise was still there, about 40 minutes after starting the car. If I'm going fast enough or revving the engine high enough I can't hear it, but when I can it is the same noise that everyone else seems to have.
I am debating on taking it in now or just waiting until my first maintenance visit. Especially since the A/C seems to be working so well.
The bulletin should apply to your car since your AC was clearly sloppily put together without the weight (not surprising since it's MINI, but they should definitely fix it!).
#110
My 2010 was built around 10/09, and have started experiencing what I assume is this same issue. When turning the A/C on, it starts humming with what seems like a high-pitched fan. Not just the compressor being on, but additional noise. Is this a correct description of the symptoms run into? (The TSB is too vague for sound description)
It also seems like the engine makes a different noise when revving past 3000 rpm's as well. Although I've experienced that in all cars, so I can assume the engine noise is acceptable for having the extra strain.
It also seems like the engine makes a different noise when revving past 3000 rpm's as well. Although I've experienced that in all cars, so I can assume the engine noise is acceptable for having the extra strain.
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#114
The first time I went there, I just told them (2 months ago), they said, no it didn't exist, though service advisor heard the noise.
I took it in again last week (printed page from here), they said "sorry we can't locate that bulletin."
WTF!!
Appreciate you posting/scanning your info-so I can take that in.
#115
#116
From my Mini Concord invoice:
Customer reports there is a loud whining noise coming from the dash area when using the A/C and the vehicle is moving. Client noted there are online reports of this that include insulating a line in the dash for vibration - check & advise
CAUSE: 6499000 Installed VIBRATION DAMPNER 614WWM
1 64-50-9-231-714 Vibration absorber: 64999952
2 07-12-9-903-806 ISA SCREW: 071000
15085 Checked vehicle and found that at times you hear excessive compression noise. Checked bulletins & found vehicle to apply to SIM 64 01 10. Per service bulletin installed A/C suction line vibration dampener. Rechecked & found normal operation & no abnormal noises
Hope this helps! E
Customer reports there is a loud whining noise coming from the dash area when using the A/C and the vehicle is moving. Client noted there are online reports of this that include insulating a line in the dash for vibration - check & advise
CAUSE: 6499000 Installed VIBRATION DAMPNER 614WWM
1 64-50-9-231-714 Vibration absorber: 64999952
2 07-12-9-903-806 ISA SCREW: 071000
15085 Checked vehicle and found that at times you hear excessive compression noise. Checked bulletins & found vehicle to apply to SIM 64 01 10. Per service bulletin installed A/C suction line vibration dampener. Rechecked & found normal operation & no abnormal noises
Hope this helps! E
#117
Well took my 2011 in and they ended up replacing the compressor. Well guess what, same noise just as loud.
They even said they knew about the TSB for the weight/dampener...
The whole visit to the dealer was a complete waste. Window still squeals when rolling it up, the clutch pedal still creaks and the AC still makes noise. Really not happy.
They even said they knew about the TSB for the weight/dampener...
The whole visit to the dealer was a complete waste. Window still squeals when rolling it up, the clutch pedal still creaks and the AC still makes noise. Really not happy.
#118
I recently went in for my 15K service and mentioned the AC growling noise I hear sometimes especially when hot outside (90deg +).
The SA wanted me to show him and of course it was not making the noise at the time I took it in (8:00am). He said the fix is only done under certain conditions.
I left the car for the day so they could try it when it got hotter out. They did add the dampener but did not say if they replicated the noise.
The SA wanted me to show him and of course it was not making the noise at the time I took it in (8:00am). He said the fix is only done under certain conditions.
I left the car for the day so they could try it when it got hotter out. They did add the dampener but did not say if they replicated the noise.
#119
Noise when turning A/C on
After I heard the sound given in the U Tube of an earlier thead it confirmed that I had this same problem. I told my dealer that I wanted the damping weight added to my A/C inlet line and stated the service bullen M64 01 10 that covered it. The dealer added the damper weight and the A/C noise is completely gone. There was no charge or hassle. The dealer had no trouble finding the bulletin and apparently had the parts in stock. My MINI was built in October, 2010 the last date covered by this bulletin.
2011 MC, PW/B, ScanGauge, A/C Vibration damper, 9,500 trouble free miles.
2011 MC, PW/B, ScanGauge, A/C Vibration damper, 9,500 trouble free miles.
#122
Listened to the audio in the video. It is just the AC compressor. I am new to the mini and did the do it yourself AC recharge. Before that my AC was working (barely). Now that I have the right amount in I can hear the compressor more. I have worked on refgeration plants before and have heard that noise before. Most probable cause is that the refigerant pressure needs to be tweeked to the compressors optimal psi. Here pretty soon I am going to take in and have a total flush and charge on my AC system. Sometimes the old refigerant gets all sludgy and all from the oils in the system.
#123
I drove a loaner 2011 clubman S...it makes the SAME NOISE!! Since mine is fixed now and is extremely quiet, I cannot even hear it turn on.
I can tell you without a shadow of doubt that the 2011 does it exactly as my 2010 did.
If I were you, be persistent and ask them to bring in the MINI service rep.
Just because the TSB says your production date is NOT affected, doesn't mean it's not doing it. It is NOT normal, that is why there is a TSB issued for it.
http://download1337.mediafire.com/78...Attachment.pdf
I can tell you without a shadow of doubt that the 2011 does it exactly as my 2010 did.
If I were you, be persistent and ask them to bring in the MINI service rep.
Just because the TSB says your production date is NOT affected, doesn't mean it's not doing it. It is NOT normal, that is why there is a TSB issued for it.
http://download1337.mediafire.com/78...Attachment.pdf
Could you please post pictures again? Mty dealer needs input on how to install. The link is not working I guess its been long time since you posted it. Thank you so much
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#125
There's an TSB install procedure pdf SIM640110 that you can find at the link below
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...-database.html
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...-database.html