MINI Cooper Automatic Transmission Issue
For years, we have seen many MINI Coopers in the R53 / R52 line, and some models of the R56 line (up to 2011), with the AISIN automatic transmission (NOT the CVT transmission…those are still without a great solution), have all sorts of issues, usually starting at about 70-80k miles. This, while concerning, would not normally be an issue, but for the longest time there were no solutions….if this occurred to your car, the only choice was to get another transmission (either used, or rebuilt from MINI). This is still a solution, but a very expensive solution, and we have seen cases where the repair cost and transmission cost are more than the value of the car. So, if this happened to you…before, you could just throw a stick of dynamite into the car and walk away, as there was nothing that could be done. You could even make the problem worse by trying to do a normal transmission service…replace the fluid (lifetime type fluid), filter, pan, gasket, and then test drive the car. You may get about 1/2 mile into the test drive, and then the transmission will quit completely, stranding you. The new fluid, and clean filter, are so thin, that they “blow by” the current used internal seals / gaskets, and the hydraulic solenoids can not develop the right pressure, and therefore, stop working.
Thank goodness, there now finally is an answer.
The problem laid in the valve body inside the transmission. Before, you could not obtain any parts, at least not from MINI or BMW….you couldn’t find part numbers, nothing And, for the most part, that is still the same. However, there are many other cars out there that use this same transmission. So, after much research, BRracing has found a source for the internal parts of the AISIN type GAF21WA-TANA or 6F21WA/TF60N automatic transmission.
We can now get any of the solenoids, the valve body, or any of the normal “re-build” type parts. Not only can we get them, but we have tried various approaches on the rebuild…doing a complete valve body, doing individual solenoids..or some combination, and we can joyously report that ALL these approaches work. Woo Hoo…no more dead cars, no more throwing the car out w the bath water.
BRracing – solving the tough service issues, and bringing JOY to our customers
I also faced these issues with my car, this is really a very good www seen in my search. The solution was really cool and thanks for sharing.
Hi,
I have a 2006 Mini Cooper S automatic transmission with shifters behind the steering wheel. How much do you guys charge for the solenoids? Can I purchase them through your website?
I have a 2005 Mini Cooper s, that’s been having all of these problems that you are mentioning here.
Can I get the solenoids from you guys? And how much will they cost me?
My car only acts up in first and second gear, and on downshift also. Can I purchase only one solenoid for that, from you guys?
Thankyou for your help. Please contact me. Carlos
I have just purchased a 2005 mini cooper s with slippage up to 40 mph. Can you send me info on what I would need to fix this. And part numbers and how much? Thank you so much.
I have a mini cooper convertible since 2005, 42,000 miles, automatic gearbox. When it gets hot, shocks come on when changing speeds. Even when you change from P to D or R. Do you have a solution? And how much does it cost?
Mini trans issue will not shift between gears shifts into neutral
Cost of rebuilt value body or information to repair thank u. Dominic
Hi, I have a 2006 mini slipping and having shift problems when warmed up. Can you tell me if these solenoids might be the issue. I have done a bit of research and it seems to be a common thing. All i have tried is a straight change of transmission oil, no filter or anything. What might the part no. be? And will i need to reset the computers? (sending from Australia)
Hi, I have a 2006 mini slipping and having shift problems when warmed up. Can you tell me if these solenoids might be the issue. I have done a bit of research and it seems to be a common thing. (sending from Australia)
Hi. I have a 2005 Cooper S in Brisbane Australia
Been reading your Website , it brings up a pa 9074
Code solenoid A high voltage . Also puts it into 3 Ed gear limp mode
When I select forward or reverse while it’s the limp mode it jolts
Clear the codes transmission cold again it drives nice .
Some as it gets warm code comes on and limp mode
Have changed transmission as per book level ok
Checking wiring no problems . I suspect solenoids .
Do you ship to australia . Vin no TG90147 . Cheers Rob