Our product communicates with your car just like the factory tool does and can access all of the systems in the car. It has become very popular amongst many mechanics as it also resets your car oil service thereby making the mileage car serving easy. See our for specific coverage. This scan tool will tell you the error code so you can look it up or check with the shop whether it is okay to continue driving. I'm interested in hearing how that works out for you. Note, however, that late production cars come with larger lug bolt holes, so getting aftermarket wheels to fit might be an issue. Here's how to find room for a Mini in your life.
And I tried activating the rear backup warning beeper just for the heck of it and it, too work fine. Happily, America didn't get the first year cars, and by the 2002 model year, many issues were sorted out not all issues, mind you — more on that later. Everything about this last-hurrah is unique, and it blends some of the suspension and aerodynamic enhancements of the next-generation car with the rawness of the early Mini. When you finally find your perfect R53, it's your job to make sure no friend ever buys one of those fragile continuously terrible transmissions. I've looked at that tool, if it does everything they say it does, I'll buy one. If there are other things you'd like me to check for besides being able to activate the pump, let me know. So, factoring that in, I've only paid about 75 bucks for the Schwaben after I use it once.
It did the job, but it took a lot of button pushing. The interior is also slightly less prone to rattling. The latter was caused by a lack of proper padding in early cars, leading to the paint getting rubbed off. Sometimes it's alerting you to the real need for a repair, so the Engine light is something you should never ignore. I never had to clear a code on my Mini and on my truck, those I cleared always came back until I did some surgery. Charging cable hanger with non-conducting hanging points.
At this price, every mechanic can afford at least one. The former is a bit more insidious, as you may not notice the oil leaking out, it has a tendency to run down the front of the block and blow away when driving. But quite often it is merely indicating one of many simple problems -- such as a loose coolant or oil cap. While it's far more complex than the people-mover original, the R53 Cooper S is still the kind of car that gets more rewarding the more willing you are to get your hands dirty. Rattles, creaking, suspension misalignment, and mechanical failures were all common in the first year.
Just like the good old days, eh, chums? Once plugged into the car, the tool is capable of communicating with the different system control units in the car. I'll check for current at the connector when I press the button and will likely also jumper power to the sunroof motor directly from the battery. That said, I can deal with that if it makes more sense. The early-2000s Cooper S also drives better, thanks to a zippy supercharged engine, great steering, and willing chassis. Compared to the standard Cooper, supercharging created some packaging issues, requiring the battery to be relocated to the trunk and removing the spare tire.
They show your engine faults and display their codes thereby giving you easy time in its diagnosis. I checked the contents-then put the box aside. More info: The Schwaben tool looks to be well made and thought out. The process is very simple. So it would seem that this scan tool has a fair amount of capability.
Get one for your car today, for a safe and accurate engine check up. What is the Engine light trying to tell me? You got a great team. Less fun for the enthusiast driver, but worth a mention, are the introduction of the convertible version of the Cooper S, as well as a six-speed Aisin automatic gearbox. Same as what used to be the rule with Porsches, the R53 Cooper S you want is the newest one your budget can support. It is a computer asynchronous serial component which handles your car communications and detections. So, since I am hearing a click in the back when I press the top down or up button likely the relay supplying current to the sunroof motor , I'm thinking that there's some break in the circuit between the relay and the sunroof motor. Both control modules checked out fine.
I know there are some aftermarket units available for about the same price, and they also have the threaded bosses for the sensors, but strictly speaking, they aren't California compliant. What to look for: Mini The word timeless gets thrown around far too frequently, but more than a decade on since its introduction, the 2002-2006 Cooper S does genuinely look fresh. Curious, if anyone has any updates on this one or if there are better ones. As a result, the '05 Cooper S is much quicker in a straight line than its predecessors, and a new optional limited slip made it quicker on corner exit too. I did try activating the rear catches for the top and that worked just fine. Curb weight was just above 2600lbs, and a six-speed manual transmission was the only option.
Twin center-mounted exhaust pipes out back and a hoodscoop up front let everyone know that this was more than just a cutesy retro-hatch. I'm looking at some of the more advanced features like being able to run the test of certain functions, injector tuning etc. Yes, I realize my Dashcommand or other similar solutions can pull and reset many of the codes. Compatible with iPhone 5S and iPad 3. Well, I ordered the Schwaben tool. Keep an eye on your oil level.
Replace before attempting a road trip. I was very happy with the quick delivery. Having said that, even though the newest R53s are now a decade old, there's still a huge fan following for this little car. Can it really help me turn off my airbag light? In its final year, the R53 got a few special-edition models and unique cosmetic upgrades, but there's really no advantage to buying an '06 over an '05 apart from mileage and condition. Mini Aside from rattles and creaks and periodic electrical gremlins, one of the really serious issues to watch out for is mushrooming shock towers. Ability to reprogram various convenience related functions. Uninterrupted power supply mounting bracket inside cabinet.