How to Replace Valve Cover on a 07-13 Mini Cooper S

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How to Replace Valve Cover on a 07-13 Mini Cooper S

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5 жыл бұрын

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In the video, 1A Auto shows how to replace a bad or leaking valve cover gasket. The video is applicable to the 07, 08, 09, 10, 11, 12, 13 Mini Cooper S
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@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

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@andrewblain5660 5 жыл бұрын

Just spent a little under an hour changing my 09 Cooper S valve cover and gasket. Check engine light is now off and car seems to be running great. Your video probably saved my over 600 dollars not having the dealer do the work. Great video.

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

+Andrew Blain Thank you for the great reply. We love to empower our customers by showing you how-to perform your own auto repairs while installing our high quality auto parts. Have a great day! 1aauto.com

@jordanlarson6488 Жыл бұрын

Considering doing this exact thing myself on my 09 Clubman S. Is the A1 part still performing well on your car?

@jacobweese 2 жыл бұрын

Just replaced with part I ordered from A1 and their name says it all. Coupled with this video it went smooth and part fits exactly as stated. No leaks! Thank you A1 and most of all thank you King Jesus for pointing me here 🦁🦁🦁

@pizzaface4628 4 жыл бұрын

thank you so much for your tutorials! I love my mini and I’ve always wanted to work on my car myself but never had anyone to teach me. With your help I definitely have the confidence to take on these jobs myself. Thank you so much for these uploads and I’ll definitely be buying from your site!

@zappedcustomdesigns788 Жыл бұрын

idc what it is doing, your videos are the absolute best replacement videos for anything. Thank you for what you do!!

@CaexKetsu 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome guide just bought a mini and did this procedure so thanks again

@TechTravelBeyond 4 ай бұрын

Another great Mini tutorial by Andy. I'm replacing my valve cover and gasket on my 2009 Mini Clubman S today, and this was very helpful. Thank You!

@jonah776 2 жыл бұрын

thank you 1A for some of the best videos on youtube.

@nothin2lose85 2 жыл бұрын

fantastic guide, my mini wasn't exactly the same but gave me the confidence to do it myself after the garage didn't want the work :)

@valentintrevino9719 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much on video!! Saved me a lot of money.. your video made it very easy.. car running like it should with no check engine..

@ritam349 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, I especially like the part with how you showed the pattern on how to tighten order

@kohlmus01 4 ай бұрын

A big thank you from Germany 😊

@valeriomarinelli5033 2 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial Thanks a lot from Italy 🇮🇹 Valerio

@markjohnson4053 3 ай бұрын

This is a good complete video. I would highly recommend it.

@laurenceking2014 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for showing us how to replace the rocker cover and seal. I just blew my seal so have to replace mine in due course! Please keep showing us these videos, invaluable to say the least! 👍

@michaelbarber5651 5 жыл бұрын

What is the red plug for? Is that for an oil catch can or something?

@DavidB-rx3km 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for putting that stock guitar music in the background! I found it completely neccessary while I was concentrating on what to do here, I would not have been able to watch the video without it on in the background! Great idea.

@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын

+Davers Thanks for the feedback!

@stevengeczo5353 Жыл бұрын

Very helpful! Thanks!

@edgarfernandez7269 Жыл бұрын

thanks for your video. it's very specific👍🏻💪🏻

@tectec2589 5 жыл бұрын

Absolutely awesome video. Thank you. Will buy from 1A Auto due to this.

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the great reply. We love to empower our customers by showing you how-to perform your own auto repairs while installing our high quality auto parts. Have a great day! 1aauto.com +Tec Tec

@edwinaponte2665 3 жыл бұрын

As always great video!

@SOLDAT_NG 4 жыл бұрын

For the screws can you buy any that are the correct size or do they have to be a specific material?

@joseluissuarez4989 2 жыл бұрын

Hello, very good videos, have a cuestion, where can I get that black replacement of the orange plug ??

@altimatic2183 4 жыл бұрын

is this the same valve cover for a peugeot rcz? can it be used instead of one purchased from peugeot? please help

@yuvallahmi 4 жыл бұрын

do you have a hpfp for peugeot 1.6 thp ?

@sshaunss 3 жыл бұрын

Anything I need to look out for on the diesel can’t find the removal for diesel thanks

@devinjones8649 10 ай бұрын

Bolt pattern and torque specs at 15:07.

@mpond2474 Жыл бұрын

1. I used this through every step & had no trouble. 2) The wires from the spark plugs are CONSTANTLY IN FRONT OF WHAT HE’S DOING!!!!!!!

@Timber81 Жыл бұрын

When I pulled the coil plugs, they were all dripping oil! I think I found my problem. Never seen such smashed rubber seals and cover gasket. This 2011 is new to me so I'm following the trails of the previous owner. I think this is the original valve cover.

@rubenss6440 Жыл бұрын

Awesome!! Please, witch torque in Newtons? Thanks!!

@ferenchorvath2518 5 жыл бұрын

Hello, thanks the perfect video. My question is: Can be the same method the replacement of the Peugeot 308 1.6 VTi: (Model year 2008, 88KW, 120 HP). Thaks for your answer

@grimoire9419 3 жыл бұрын

look up what engine you have. This appears to be the N14/N18 Prince engine. a similar procedure should work for the naturally aspirated N12/N16 engines.

@aldosanchez8074 2 жыл бұрын

Hola, deben apretarse a 90 libras de presión, ¿Es correcto? aunque sienta que ya es mucha fuerza?

@Zanmiester 2 жыл бұрын

what is the plug on the back of the valve cover?

@levequeremi1836 4 жыл бұрын

Where can I buy the black plug at 11:45?

@Codi1102 Жыл бұрын

Is the JCW valve cover same as the Cooper S?

@lweleven3423 Жыл бұрын

I’m curious why you would want to change the cover , not just the gasket . Very helpful video though thank you made what sound a hard job look easy

@antronikosantreou1591 3 ай бұрын

Hi ,is it nessary to use a torguemeter ,what happens if i dont have one

@benslevin6969 2 жыл бұрын

Can you please do a timing chain replacement on r56

@64Stangman 4 жыл бұрын

Hi, great video. My question is, what is the black plug you are replacing the red one with and where did you get it? My new valve cover has the red one but no black one. Thanks

@raino18 2 жыл бұрын

I also have the same question. New cover came with red one. Is it ok just to leave it open or does the red one does the job?

@kd-1 Жыл бұрын

@@raino18 I'm curious about this too. At the service center they didn't put the plug in for me, they left it open.

@zachcuden 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video! No need to drain the oil beforehand?

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

+Zachary Nguyen Thanks for checking us out! You do not have to drain the oil before replacement.

@cameroncooper4291 2 ай бұрын

Hi guys does the car over boost if you dont put the plug in ?

@nooneseemesq 4 жыл бұрын

How come your value cover doesn't have a Value Crankcase Membrane Ventilation? I have a 2012 Mini Cooper S that needs a new cover. Does it matter if I order the same cover you have or should I order a valve cover that has the Value Crankcase Membrane Ventilation? Thank you!

@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын

+Blueprint Thanks for checking us out! This cover is for up to the 2011 year, it may be slightly different for your 2012 year. 1aauto.com

@andressandovalirola4159 5 жыл бұрын

Hi. What is the torque of the screws that hold the valve cover?

@JmanRx81 4 жыл бұрын

Andrés Sandoval Irola as stated in this video: 90 inch lb

@mugglepower 3 жыл бұрын

That is a text book level instruction video. I have a 2009 mini s hatchback and it has the check engine light on, stutters at low speed and there is heavy oil deposit in the screw holes. Unfortunately I can't just replace the pcv valve like 2010 and later models and hope it will work, since the pcv valve on the older models are tucked into the cover. This video make me decided to trust you guys instead of the cheap 50 dollar ones on ebay. Gunna talk to me mechanic and make a move if he concurs with me on the valve cover issue.

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+George LU Thanks for checking us out. Shop for high quality auto parts on 1AAuto.com: 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@mugglepower 3 жыл бұрын

@@1AAuto I did buy the cover from 1A and finally doin it today!

@chruisan 4 жыл бұрын

My 2012 Mini Cooper S is different. The plug wires go over the back of the engine and there are some other differences in the arrangement. Every time I search for a 2012 I get videos showing the entire 2nd gen. Any help or links to a 2012 tear down would be very helpful.

@noobieanimations7398 3 жыл бұрын

You have a different engine the n18 engine

@kylemcdonnell86 Жыл бұрын

My 2012 R56 N18 has a fuel line that encroaches on the space for the valve cover during installation. Looks like it needs to be removed to reinstall the cover.

@mel_collins01 Жыл бұрын

I don’t need to drain the oil or anything before removing this cover?

@vncthomas 5 ай бұрын

I know this is older but I watched this today and unfortunately the rubber grommets stuck to the plugs and now I can't get them off with pliers it's too far down on the plugs not sure what to do.I'm changing the plugs but still cant get them off nor the plugs either.

@williamlester6699 3 ай бұрын

What if you don’t see a pipe for it or have the plug, is this a bad thing?

@JohnLetra 3 жыл бұрын

Hey there i have a 2010 mini cooper s was drving home today and the car lost power and coolant leaking and then there is oil everywhere on the valve cover gasket and a code p0012 and p0001 and then random muilt cylinder misfire when i open the coil pack there is ton of oil in cylinder 1 -2 -3 and number 4 is dry the car turn on but feel like dying and smoke coming out the front hood

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+Letran We wouldn't be able to diagnose an issue like that here, you may want to have a local mechanic take a look at it. Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@LordOdin25 12 күн бұрын

Hi, I notice they never show how to change the PCV valve breather in the valve cover... Can someone please indicate where it is?

@2006mcsc 4 жыл бұрын

Torque to 90 inch pounds? or is that 9 inch pounds?

@bojanmanasiev3250 2 жыл бұрын

You ship only in the US?

@jimtravis1873 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. But. None of the videos on this topic advise to be aware that some bolts can snap!! I’ve since been advised by Mini to use a new set of bolts for this procedure (£33.00 +VAT). Yes, I used a torque wrench at 9.5nm

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+Jim Travis Thanks for the feedback!

@fishingwithbepis8518 2 жыл бұрын

What is the torque specs

@EternalPlatinum 4 жыл бұрын

How’s the quality of the DIY solutions valve cover? I’m thinking of replacing mine with oem or a good quality aftermarket

@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын

+Lino Gonzalez Thanks for checking us out! All the aftermarket parts we carry are built to OEM specifications, are brand new, and are backed by our lifetime warranty.

@kevindalton1502 6 ай бұрын

This is why I let the professionals do the work.

@1AAuto 6 ай бұрын

+@kevindalton1502 Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@timb7842 15 күн бұрын

Why did you replace valve cover instead of just gasket?

@abbassjouni2564 3 жыл бұрын

Hey some can help me how i a can replace the pcv in r56 n14 2008 mini cooper s

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+absi jouni We're always cycling through common cars. We'll add this repair to our list! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@jb678901 3 жыл бұрын

It is integrated within the valve cover itself and is not a simple valve replacement common in other older cars. This tutorial is spot on for the N14 (common on GEN II R56 and R55 early models). I have the same on my 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman S (R55). Just changed my turbo (after market part cost me US$500 and I had my local garage install that). I think I will also do (myself) the diverter valve and add a catch can to the clean side. Hint: change the oil [5W-30 (or 5W-40) synthetic] at a 5k mile frequency, 2x the Mini recommended frequency. This is expensive for me in Europe, but worth it on these turbo engines with Direct Fuel Injection. Avoids costly timing chain issues, fouled PCV's, etc etc. Make sure you have the upgraded timing chain tensioner on that older model. I bought mine used and this failed...luckily it was only a $2000 repair and not an engine replacement. Lesson learned the HARD way. At least I got the car for a really good price, so in the end I paid the high end of the fair market value with this repair. Love the car...but you do have to stay on top with the oil changes IMO!

@zacharyskinner2014 2 ай бұрын

Anyone have a check engine light afterwards?

@adamm.1749 Жыл бұрын

Torque to 90 in pounds equals what 7.5 ft lbs? My torque wrench is ft lbs

@JOHNNYXBRAVO 4 жыл бұрын

is a new valve cover , really neccessary?

@markwilliams2728 4 жыл бұрын

In the case of this engine yes as it houses the PCV system (positive crankcase ventilation).

@sirhcsuiris 4 жыл бұрын

It is if the PCV fails, which is common.

@jb678901 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, as it has an integrated PCV valve. It is the PCV valve that typically fails over time (~50K miles). Else, you may just need a new gasket if not properly installed the prior time. The gasket should not fail before the PCV. After market valve cover (w/gaskets) costs about US$100-150. The garage OEM part is more than 2x the costs. Plenty of German after-market parts suppliers. IMO.

@kall7479 3 жыл бұрын

why at the start of the video does it say "How to remove and install rear tail lights and bulbs"?

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+K S Thanks for the feedback! We'll pass this info along to our production team.

@MrTallAndy 5 жыл бұрын

Can you just replace the gasket rather than the whole valve cover? Or is it best to replace both

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

+Andy Davies You can replace the gasket but some covers come with it already installed.

@strongme80 5 жыл бұрын

It depends. The plastic valve cover is disposable on the Coopers especially on the R56, these pieces of crap has a built in PVC integrated into the cover, when you discover that it has failed by performing a smoke test then you will need to purchase a new one. Ever wonder why the intake systems on these cars are soaked in oil? This is why! I recommend to go with OEM, aftermarket covers tend to leak prematurely.

@jb678901 3 жыл бұрын

@@strongme80 The ultimate N14 valve cover: www.detroittuned.com/rpm-power-engine-management-n14-valve-cover/ Still salivating over this one!

@federicoloria7345 Ай бұрын

Ciao possiamo sapere le coppie di serraggio?

@40oz1casualty 10 ай бұрын

1.5x playback speed made this feel like a normal pace for me.

@mugglepower 3 жыл бұрын

OMG I head you said 90 inch lbs and being the brainless simpleton I am I immediately thought 90 ft lbs. I thought 90 ft lbs is a bit too much so I started with like 10 and I immediately snapped a bolt.... Thank god it's not stuck in the hole. Well now I will be revisiting your buisiness for some bolts....

@rumchata6569 3 ай бұрын

Dude you said to tighten to 90inch pounds and that’s way too much and it broke my bolt

@BatistaLe Жыл бұрын

15:09 ; 90 inch pound of torque???? ; is not to much...???

@robertdaone 4 жыл бұрын

What symptoms will your car have to alert you its time to change the valve cover?

@jpeezus6519 4 жыл бұрын

Oil leak or bad pcv valve since the pcv valve is integrated inside the valve cover

@lalaladoom 2 жыл бұрын

I am hoping this will save me about $1800

@luissolomonbasada6984 4 ай бұрын

Y’all forgot to disconnect the negative thing Dude…

@timcatrett4358 2 жыл бұрын

Why did you replace a whole valve cover and not just a gasket

@timcatrett4358 2 жыл бұрын

Please answer I need help on my mini Cooper

@cheapers1952 2 жыл бұрын

There's probably more chemicals than a gloves he's wearing than the material he's handling

@mugglepower 3 жыл бұрын

Low IQ move: Make your cars crappy so they fail and customers come back to you High IQ move: Teach your customers to fix their cars so they loyal and buy parts from you. You sell parts and get the favor of customers. +++

@E39M5SPEED Жыл бұрын

Alldata pays .9 for this lol😂

@tj4215 Жыл бұрын

Awesome videos guys & gals! Honestly the best KZfaq DIY tutorials for car repairs. Used your videos for my old chev, Mini Cooper, and a few others for friends!! Appreciate the quality and tips a bunch.