R56 Mini Cooper S Engine Misfire Explained 2007-2013

I'm going to explain and talk about the common causes of an engine misfire on the R56 Mini Cooper S. Spark plug, coil pack, fuel filter and fuel pump, failure of these parts can contribute to engine misfiring problems on the Mini. Applicable years 2007-2013.

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[ArieteArmsRAMLITE]

What a guy ! So understated. That was not easy work he did there. An inspiration.

[jdbautista]

This is great. My Mini spark plugs had to be replaced but the check engine light never turned on. It felt like the car was jerky, like it was dying out. You explained it very well. Thanks!

[progpuss]

You have a very good voice for instruction videos, clear concise and oddly soothing 👍

[nelsonmaphike]

You sounding very clear nd loud even for a person who is not machenicaly smart can work on your information thanks to you Sir

[Roda]

Liked this a lot; you have a lovely presenting style, easy to understand and I'm so glad you don't talk at 100mph like lots of other YouTubers. That handful of old valves shows you're not afraid of getting your hands dirty too! New sub 👍

[desmond]

Great informational video. I have a p0300 and p0303 misfire code on my r56. I recently replaced all four coils packs and still the problem and codes exists. I checked all four spark plugs and cylinder 3 spark plugs has oil on the tip. My next step is to replace all four spark plugs, I recently purchased my r56 and the previous owner said he never changed the spark plugs.

[ScottMacNeill]

2012 Mini Cooper Countryman base had misfire with codes on cylinder 2 and 4. Replaced both ignition coils and problem cleared up. I did do a resistance check with a multi-meter against the new coils and all coils came back as .06-.07.

[lb]

Brilliant video very clear and helpful

[jonah]

Great video man! Thank you greatly it helped a lot!

[TOFUvidz]

Just had my r56 throw some misfire codes. Now I know where to start! Thank you!

[theHoolser]

thanks for the great video, my 2011 initially had misfires on cylinders 1/2 due to the valve cover leak on wells(1/2), replaced cover gaskets and all spark plugs and coils, but the cylinder 1 still has misfire, so I switched around the plugs and coils, still cylinder 1 misfire in low rpm mostly, any idea?thank you

[low]

Misfire on cylinder 2 & 3 on my R56. Cylinder 3 ignition coil wasn’t snug to the spark plug and cylinder 2 had a bad spark plug. Misfire caused engine light, rough idle, lack of power, and a slight knock. I ended replacing all four spark plugs and ignition coils. Runs a lot smoother and reactive with no engine light. Still has a vibrating idle. I’m assuming fuel injectors and exhaust manifold need cleaning.

HELP! I also have an R55. It runs very smooth but the spark plug tips has oil on it. I was thinking it was a valve cover seal leak. Any suggestions?

[Carlos-sffl]

How’s it going, got a 2009 Mini Cooper s turbo. Recently I’ve been having idle problems when I’m at a stop. It idles then drops, on my voltage it goes from 14.0 to 13.5 then jumps back up. After I park I have some backfire in the exhaust, but no check engine light. Any suggestions?

[luismotostar]

Hi. Thank you for your video! My 2009 R56 eventually misfires when I’m accelerating hard. Already replaced the ignition coils, compression is good, and idle too.

What would you suggest?

[dolcecompas]

Great video thanks!
I have a misfire on the #3 cilinder but only after warm up . In cool conditions works good. Checked compression and all are around 130 and very close each other. Some other method to test? Thank

[altheabailey]

Liked your vid. I am currently experiencing that very same thing. Gonna take it into the dealers. I have a 2012 countryman. I love my car. I watched your videos and learn a little more about what these warning and error codes are and how to go about getting them repaired.

[Goodwood]

I parked our Mini at the airport for a week. There were temperature fluctuations from freezing to plus 50 Defender. After getting home, the next morning it backfired and popped until the car had been driven about 20 minutes.
Any thoughts appreciated

[patrickp]

Hi sir. i have a 2009 r56 cooper. i had a cel light on while driving on the freeway. i changed the plugs and the coils due to rough idling. switched the coil packs and found that cylinder #2 is still having a misfire. p0302. could it be the fuel injector? you said cracked valve does not throw a cel. i hope it is not a low compression problem. thanks in advance

[micheljones]

Bravo, well done. Clear and precise direction. Great video

[nobodypoor]

hey mate. really like your channel.
I have a Audi and have been doing some work on it myself, saved loads of money. going to change oil vacuum and and some other things soon. any way respect mate. subbed