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How much engine oil does it take for the 1.6cc Mini Cooper petrol engine?
Years 2001-2007

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To change the engine oil of the Mini Cooper (1.6 cc petrol) it is necessary to take into account the year of production of the engine in order to know the optimal quantity and type of engine oil to be introduced. For engines from 2001 to 2005 (with W10B16 series engine) the quantity of lubricant is 4.5 liters with 5w40 synthetic oil. For 2006 and 2007 (N12B16 series) and 2008 to 2013 (N14 series) engines, the oil quantity is 4.2 liters and 5w30 synthetic is recommended.
Posted on: 12 April 2021 by ScegliAuto

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