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![MINI Cooper S Oil Catch Can Installation Guide MINI Cooper S Oil Catch Can Installation Guide](/sysimages/dot.gif)
Created: May 09, 2018
Protect your investment in your MINI Cooper S engine with this welded oil catch can with push lock fittings! Incorporates mesh baffling to slow oil vapors so they cool & condense inside the can. Kit includes everything you'll need aside from common tools to install in under 1 hour. Call our experts today!
![MINI Cooper Short Shift Kit Installation Instructions MINI Cooper Short Shift Kit Installation Instructions](/sysimages/dot.gif)
Created: April 12, 2018
The ULTRIK Short Shift kit will reduce the shifter movement between gears by almost 20% on your 10/2003+ MINI Cooper or MINI Cooper S manual transmission. The easy to install extension is simply slipped on and pinned to the bottom of the stock gearshift lever. No need to remove the entire shifter.
![MINI Cooper Shark Injector ECU Upgrade Install Instructions & FAQ MINI Cooper Shark Injector ECU Upgrade Install Instructions & FAQ](/sysimages/dot.gif)
Created: April 11, 2018
Enhance your manual transmission MINI Cooper & Cooper S with the Shark Injector! Enjoy more torque, quicker response, smoother running engine, with one upgrade. Easily reversible to stock software leaving no trace. These installation instructions include the FAQ. Unit is not available in California.
Created: November 10, 2017
Upgrade your MINI Cooper ECU with these remove & replace instructions, and gain exceptional horsepower and torque. Renowned for smooth drivability and exceptional reliability this software has been proven to be the best. NM software re-maps boost pressure, ignition timing, air fuel ratios, throttle response and rev limiter (manual trans).
Created: November 09, 2017
High performance forged pistons that can handle boost & maximum horsepower for your MINI Cooper. CP forged pistons feature superb ring seal, higher vacuum, lower blow-by, greater durability and increased horsepower and torque through the powerband. See this article for specifications, recommendations, ring gap measurements, and honing instructions.
Created: March 20, 2017
Frequently asked questions about performance upgrade in and around your engine!
![How-To Use a OBD2 Fault Code Reader on your MINI Cooper How-To Use a OBD2 Fault Code Reader on your MINI Cooper](/sysimages/dot.gif)
Created: February 08, 2017
VIDEO: How-To Use a OBD2 Code Reader on Your MINI Cooper.
![How-To Install a BSH Oil Catch Can For MINI Coopers How-To Install a BSH Oil Catch Can For MINI Coopers](/sysimages/dot.gif)
Created: November 29, 2016
VIDEO: How-To Install a BSH Oil Catch Can For MINI Coopers
![FInd the best Water Pump for your MINI Cooper FInd the best Water Pump for your MINI Cooper](/sysimages/dot.gif)
Created: December 10, 2015
Mini Cooper Water Pump Application Guide to help you identify the correct item for your MINI
![Performance Upgrade Kits for F55 and F56 Mini Coopers Performance Upgrade Kits for F55 and F56 Mini Coopers](/sysimages/dot.gif)
Created: October 28, 2015
Mini Cooper Performance Upgrade Kits including Engine Upgrade kits and Suspension Upgrade Kits.
![MINI Cooper Crankshaft Pulley Harmonic Fluid Damper MINI Cooper Crankshaft Pulley Harmonic Fluid Damper](/sysimages/dot.gif)
Created: October 12, 2015
Introducing the Pro Series Fluid Filled Harmonic Balancer for the MINI! We know the stock Cooper S Harmonic Balancer fails ofer time due to the deterioration of the rubber supports. This unit is a far better design, more durable, and Costs LESS than the factory replacement!
![Ignition System Maintenance and Upgrade for your MINI Cooper Ignition System Maintenance and Upgrade for your MINI Cooper](/sysimages/dot.gif)
Created: August 21, 2015
If your Mini is starting to run a little 'rough', approaching high mileage, or you noticed your gas mileage falling off - the ignition system is one of the three main areas (air, fuel, & ignition) that you need to inspect.
![FInd the correct MINI Cooper Timing Chain Factory Replacement FInd the correct MINI Cooper Timing Chain Factory Replacement](/sysimages/dot.gif)
Created: July 08, 2015
Mini Cooper Timing Chain MINI factory replacement parts. The Timing Chain and related components are typically replaced during an engine overhaul, or if the timing chain 'stretches' beyond acceptable limits. When this happens, the timing chain will start to make 'rattling' sounds.
![Find the correct Engine Motor Mount for your MINI Cooper Find the correct Engine Motor Mount for your MINI Cooper](/sysimages/dot.gif)
Created: July 01, 2015
Mini Cooper Engine Mount Motor Mount Application Guide. The factory original engine mount is a hydraulic unit that tends to fail over time. If you see a black mess under the engine mount, the fluid has leaked out and it has failed.
![Find the correct Flywheel for your MINI Cooper Find the correct Flywheel for your MINI Cooper](/sysimages/dot.gif)
Created: June 10, 2015
Application Guide for Factory Replacement Flywheels.
![MINI Cooper Valve Cover Gasket and Tube Seal Replacement MINI Cooper Valve Cover Gasket and Tube Seal Replacement](/sysimages/dot.gif)
Created: January 08, 2015
MINI Cooper Valve cover gasket replacement & Spark plug tube seal replacement
![MINI Cooper Billet Aluminum Catch Tank Installation-NM MINI Cooper Billet Aluminum Catch Tank Installation-NM](/sysimages/dot.gif)
Created: February 22, 2013
MINI Cooper Billet Aluminum Catch Tank Installation Instructions
![NM Engine Torque Arm Bushing Insert Installation Instructions NM Engine Torque Arm Bushing Insert Installation Instructions](/sysimages/dot.gif)
Created: February 22, 2013
ROUND TYPE Premium Engine Torque Arm Mount Insert is made of polyurethane and reduces engine movement allowing for quicker and more direct transfer of power from the engine to the wheels.
Created: February 22, 2013
NM Turbo Heat Shield Titanium Installation Instructions for R55 R56 R57 R60
![MINI Cooper ECU Reset Procedure - R50/R52/R53 MINIs MINI Cooper ECU Reset Procedure - R50/R52/R53 MINIs](/sysimages/dot.gif)
Created: December 24, 2009
MINI Cooper ECU Reset Procedure - R50/52/53 MINIs, lean from the experts at Mini Mania.com
![MINI Cooper Performance R53 Camshaft Installation Instructions MINI Cooper Performance R53 Camshaft Installation Instructions](/sysimages/dot.gif)
Created: March 08, 2006
Installation instructions for the NME6041 camshaft for the MINI Cooper S