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2007 Mini Cooper S Repair Question


Topics covered: Engine, Noise, Timing chain.
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Asked on January 17, 2011

Engine sounds

I have a mini copper s i think its the 2007 model & when i start the car the engine makes a fast rattling sound , after a few seconds it goes away , but the more elevated my car is parked the louder the noise is when i start it. ive recently had my engine oil done.
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Replied on January 17, 2011

Check the engine oil level. Did they use the correct weight oil?

Tiny Answered by Dr. Hagerty (expert)
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Replied on March 3, 2011

I also Have a 2007 S The noise is from the timing chain tensioner. Have had it replaced on mine. It is a very common issue with the 2007 and newer S models, Not so much with the justas (Coopers)

Tiny Answered by Scooter162
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Replied on January 3, 2013

OK

Tiny Answered by Dr. Hagerty (expert)
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