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How to Replace the Water Pump on the Mini Cooper S R55

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

To replace the water pump on the Mini Cooper S R55, first remove the front right tyre. Lift the vehicle and remove the wheel rim, then take out the bolts and clips securing the wheel arch and remove the piece. Using a 10 mm spanner, loosen the bolts on the pump's drive pulley; remove the air conditioning duct support and take off the friction gear cap of the pump. Remove the pulley and, from the front of the vehicle, drain the coolant from the lower hose. Remove the five 10 mm bolts securing the pump to the engine. At this stage, it is advisable to place a container under the work area as water may leak from the pump. Extract the old pump and remove the old gasket; clean the contact area of the pump before installing the new element. Once the new element is in position, secure it with the respective bolts. Refit the pump pulley, reinsert the friction gear cap, and reattach the water hose and air conditioning duct support. Refit the wheel arch and wheel rim. From the engine bay, slightly unscrew the coolant system bleed valve and top up the fluid to the correct level. Tighten the bleed valve and start the engine for a few minutes. Check the fluid level and top up if necessary.

Updated on 5 August 2026 by ScegliAuto

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