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Hi. I bought my 2009 Cooper S just over a year ago. I was never a “car person” but I love my Mini. I don’t know much about cars so I may be asking some questions that will be very basic to more knowledgeable members. I will try to get pics posted soon. Thanks for being here.
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Welcome to NAM, pictures are always good.
You have the N14 engine, are you aware of whether the chain guide was changed? And remember, rather have you ask a question then no question at all.
You have the N14 engine, are you aware of whether the chain guide was changed? And remember, rather have you ask a question then no question at all.
Welcome to NAM! The timing chain guides wear out sooner than many people expect...wear depends on many factors, including oil change intervals. Take a look at the FAQ's in the 2nd Gen forum. Your car has an N14 engine, which requires a little more care than 1st Gen and later 2nd Gen (N18) engines.
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Welcome, yep call up your local MINI dealer and have them run the vin, they might have been done with the technical service bulletin a couple years back.
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