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Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement

Model: Mini Mini R55, R57, R56 - Years 2007-2014
Part: Engine oil

Instead of draining the engine oil traditionally (from the oil sump drain plug), you can siphon it through the dipstick tube.
Remove the dipstick and insert the suction tube all the way down, then siphon the engine oil.
To access the oil filter housing cap, first move the coolant reservoir: unscrew the securing bolts of the reservoir and lift it (without disconnecting the hoses).
Using the appropriate socket wrench, unscrew the cap of the oil filter housing and remove the cartridge.
Apply the new O-ring seal to the cap and coat it with oil to improve adhesion; then insert the new cartridge and screw the cap back on.
Reposition the coolant reservoir and fill the engine with new oil according to the SAE specifications and the quantities indicated in the user and maintenance manual.

Updated on 3 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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Installation of Upgraded Intercooler Radiator with Pipes

Lift the vehicle on suitable axle stands, remove the front wheels, and then the front bumper and grille. Proceed to remove the front headlights; drain the coolant, remove the intercooler radiator and the hoses connecting it to the intake system. Position the new intercooler radiator in the grille, temporarily securing it with cable ties, and mark with a marker the part of the metal that needs to be removed to allow the new hoses to pass through. Cut the marked portion of metal and apply a gasket to the edge. Remove the inner cover of the bumper and position it near the radiator to identify any interfering parts to eliminate: again, apply a gasket to the edge of the cut. Create brackets for securing the new radiator and proceed with the installation of the connecting pipes from the radiator to the intake, shaping and connecting them appropriately. Finally, reassemble the bumper, headlights, and grille.

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