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Old Mar 23, 2026 | 09:34 PM
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Right to repair?

Hey all,

I’m hoping to get some help/direction with where to best find repair resources for this modelMINI Cooper (R56: "Mk II" Mini Hatch/Hardtop range) 2013

From what I can gather, BMW holds repair factory information closely behind the ISTA tool… seems a bit daunting to set up.

My question is whether most of you DIYers use said tool or the Bentley manual? Any resources you could provide on your preferred method would be great in getting me started.

Thanks
 
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Old Mar 23, 2026 | 11:21 PM
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Bentley manual
 
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Old Mar 25, 2026 | 11:34 AM
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went ahead and picked one up from ebay. if anyone needs any pages scanned let me know!
 
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Old Mar 25, 2026 | 12:25 PM
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Also get a scan tool that talks BMW. Beware that Bentley is littered with errors, but still worth purchasing.
 
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Old Mar 26, 2026 | 10:39 AM
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Yep the Bentley is the best so far. Here are some other tricks and tips.

https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...pecialist.html
 
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