Timing chain issues
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#482
well got a call from mini today. somehow i have been driving it with a broken timing guide and it jumped time. im not sure how bad its broke or even how it was running but my guess is that i have been driving it that way for atleast 6 months if not the entire time ive owned it since i got it pre owned. So now im just waiting on Mini to decide if they are going to cover it
#483
Would like to have this taken care of in the Lower 48 before my MINI makes the move to Alaska...
#484
Do you have any more specifics on this? I'm taking mine in on Tuesday for her 2-year check and the service person on the phone said there's nothing going on with timing chain service/recalls at this time.
Would like to have this taken care of in the Lower 48 before my MINI makes the move to Alaska...
Would like to have this taken care of in the Lower 48 before my MINI makes the move to Alaska...
#485
Did anyone else see the 'checking your oil' article in MC2 (http://www.mc2magazine.com) recently?
What it amounts to is that checking your oil 'incorrectly' can result in false readings. This is due to the design of the tube and the shape of the dip stick. From what I remember (read at dealership) you could be a quart + low, but the dip stick would still read full/over full.
Think about what this could mean to everyone trying to be proactive with the timing chain issues and checking/changing their oil but unknowingly be low.
Confirmed it was issue 36. Someone who has it could give more details. The instructions for correct checking where like 18 steps!
I'm going to ask the publisher about releasing just that article as PSA for owners.
What it amounts to is that checking your oil 'incorrectly' can result in false readings. This is due to the design of the tube and the shape of the dip stick. From what I remember (read at dealership) you could be a quart + low, but the dip stick would still read full/over full.
Think about what this could mean to everyone trying to be proactive with the timing chain issues and checking/changing their oil but unknowingly be low.
Confirmed it was issue 36. Someone who has it could give more details. The instructions for correct checking where like 18 steps!
I'm going to ask the publisher about releasing just that article as PSA for owners.
#486
Did anyone else see the 'checking your oil' article in MC2 (http://www.mc2magazine.com) recently?
What it amounts to is that checking your oil 'incorrectly' can result in false readings. This is due to the design of the tube and the shape of the dip stick. From what I remember (read at dealership) you could be a quart + low, but the dip stick would still read full/over full.
Think about what this could mean to everyone trying to be proactive with the timing chain issues and checking/changing their oil but unknowingly be low.
Confirmed it was issue 36. Someone who has it could give more details. The instructions for correct checking where like 18 steps!
I'm going to ask the publisher about releasing just that article as PSA for owners.
What it amounts to is that checking your oil 'incorrectly' can result in false readings. This is due to the design of the tube and the shape of the dip stick. From what I remember (read at dealership) you could be a quart + low, but the dip stick would still read full/over full.
Think about what this could mean to everyone trying to be proactive with the timing chain issues and checking/changing their oil but unknowingly be low.
Confirmed it was issue 36. Someone who has it could give more details. The instructions for correct checking where like 18 steps!
I'm going to ask the publisher about releasing just that article as PSA for owners.
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https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...uess-what.html
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...000-minis.html
So what's the deal? Why are people getting timing chains replaced when they haven't complained about the death rattle? Can someone with actual experience weigh in?
This is all I can find on it:
The service ticket says
Sim 17 02 12 Recall for aux water pump replacement
and
Sim 11 02 12 campaign to replace chain tensioner
Sim 17 02 12 Recall for aux water pump replacement
and
Sim 11 02 12 campaign to replace chain tensioner
Last edited by Ween; 04-19-2012 at 09:33 PM.
#495
Doesn't answer my question. I've read several places about a service bulletin regarding the timing chain deal (including at least one thread where you chimed in about NO recall):
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...uess-what.html
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...000-minis.html
So what's the deal? Why are people getting timing chains replaced when they haven't complained about the death rattle? Can someone with actual experience weigh in?
This is all I can find on it:
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...uess-what.html
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...000-minis.html
So what's the deal? Why are people getting timing chains replaced when they haven't complained about the death rattle? Can someone with actual experience weigh in?
This is all I can find on it:
#497
Doesn't answer my question. I've read several places about a service bulletin regarding the timing chain deal (including at least one thread where you chimed in about NO recall):
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...uess-what.html
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...000-minis.html
So what's the deal? Why are people getting timing chains replaced when they haven't complained about the death rattle? Can someone with actual experience weigh in?
This is all I can find on it:
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...uess-what.html
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...000-minis.html
So what's the deal? Why are people getting timing chains replaced when they haven't complained about the death rattle? Can someone with actual experience weigh in?
This is all I can find on it:
If there were you would have received a letter stating so. Plus I'm sure you would have seen people posting that here.
Part of the problem is the tensioner bolt. It's too short and doesn't keep the chain in check. It can cause the chain, guide, etc. to fail if it gets too much slack. It has also been known to back out and if that happens you can dump most of your oil.
Another cause is people don't check their oil and if it gets really low, it can also attribute to the problem.
I was out of warranty and my car started making the loud rattle at 62K. When I brought it in my dealership said it'd be $1700 but since I was a good customer they'd submit $1200 to Mini as 'good' will if I'd pay the remaining $500. That was fair to me since I was out of warranty.
If there was a recall, I can assure you my dealership would have replaced the entire thing free if there were.