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How to Replace Engine Oil and Oil Filter on Mini Cooper

Model: Mini Mini R53, R50, R52 - Years: 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007
Part: Oil filter

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In this video tutorial, you will see how to replace the engine oil and oil filter on a Mini Cooper. The first step is to purchase the oil filter and engine oil from an authorised dealer.

Lift the bonnet and secure it with the prop rod. Use a 76-14 F socket to unscrew the cap of the filter housing along with the old filter element; prepare a container for the old oil filter. Remove the filter element to be replaced from the filter housing.

To prevent dirt from entering, cover the oil filter housing with a clean cloth. Raise the car with a hydraulic jack and place axle stands for safety.

Unscrew the oil filler cap and place a container for the used oil under the oil sump. Using a 13 mm socket, unscrew the oil drain plug and wait for all the oil to drain into the container.

Remove the oil filter; screw the oil drain plug back in once all the oil has drained. Lower the vehicle and position the new filter in its housing.

Top up with 4.8 litres of new engine oil (refer to the owner's manual).


Updated on 31 May 2026 by ScegliAuto


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