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Model: Mini Mini R50, R52, R53 - Years 2001-2007
Part: Steering wheel
Operation: How to top up the Mini Cooper R50 power steering hydraulic fluid

The guide shows you how to top up the Mini Cooper R50 power steering hydraulic fluid. For this operation, the vehicle must be placed on a flat surface and secured. The hydraulic fluid reservoir is located inside the engine compartment, near the flame plate. In fact, on the left of the battery compartment there is a small tank with a cap. After unscrewing the tank cap, there is a dipstick to check the fluid level. Top up with the same hydraulic fluid already present in the system and which complies with the manufacturer's specifications. Top up the liquid until the maximum level is indicated on the dipstick. Check the correct operation of the power steering before taking the road.


Posted on 5 March 2024 by ScegliAuto

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When the steering angle sensor malfunction warning light comes on, it may need to be replaced as follows: first remove the steering wheel and the lower steering wheel guard by removing the three fixing screws. The steering sensor is located just below the steering column. To release it you need to have a small screwdriver and insert it into the hole on the front, push the screwdriver all the way down until the clips at the bottom are released. Next, pull down on the back of the card containing the sensor and disengage it from the steering column. At that point take the new card and reposition it, after which proceed backwards to reassemble the various components.

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