I recently took my Mini to the dealer for the 1st checkup. They changed the oil and filter, changed the ventilation filter washed the car (and I don't mean to ***** but Stevie Wonder would have done a better wash job). They also attempted (not successfully mind you) to fix a rattle in the back hatch area. In the Mini warranty manual the 1st check clearly includes CVT fluid change. I was unable to pick up the car until after the service department was closed and checking the paperwork after - it appeared that the CVT fluid had not been changed. I called the dealer and discussed the issue with the service writer. He claims the CVT is a sealed unit and fluid change is not necessary. I talked to the sales rep and he claims they did have a problem with incorrect fluid in some early CVTs but that it is not necessary. I called ASK Mini for clarification - they said that it clearly states in the manual that the 1st checkup includes CVT fluid replacement - the rep also checked with others and also reported no indication that the recommendation had changed.
My question to other CVT owners - did the dealer change the fluid on your 1st checkup?
My concern is the possibility of a failure down the road and not having it covered because the manufacturers recommendations were not met.

 

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