R50/53 R53 Cold Start Problem
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R53 Cold Start Problem
I have a 2005 MCS with about 68k miles on it. I bought it about 2 months ago and after owning it about 2 weeks, it seemed to develop a cold/cool start problem. If I let it sit any more than 30 minutes, it seems to struggle to start (even though it's warm), over night, it takes 3-4 tries to get it to start. When it fails to start, it rocks, misses, and struggles to get going. The weird thing is once I'm able to start it and it idles rough, simply giving it enough gas to go to 2k rpm makes all issues go away for the remainder it's running. Revving the car and immediately shutting it off before I leave it for a few hours seems to help, I'm thinking maybe Injectors?
About 3 weeks ago I swapped plugs, wires, and coil pack (it was rusted on #3), but it hasn't resolved the problem. I've tried fuel injector cleaner, STP complete system cleaner, and I have a bottle of seafoam to try next. I've also tried resetting the ECU. Any help is appreciated.
I recorded it on video, but the audio is a bit off sync. Normally I don't rev it this high to get the issue to go away, but it was struggling and it just picked up.
About 3 weeks ago I swapped plugs, wires, and coil pack (it was rusted on #3), but it hasn't resolved the problem. I've tried fuel injector cleaner, STP complete system cleaner, and I have a bottle of seafoam to try next. I've also tried resetting the ECU. Any help is appreciated.
I recorded it on video, but the audio is a bit off sync. Normally I don't rev it this high to get the issue to go away, but it was struggling and it just picked up.
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There are 5 codes in the system:
P0340 - Cam position Sensor (I replaced when I replaced the coil pack)
P0302 - Cylinder 2 Misfire
P2300 - Ignition Coil A (happened when I didn't have the coil pack plugged in after changing it)
P2303 - Ignition Coil B (Didn't have coil pack plugged in after changing it)
P1498 - No idea what this is MAP maybe?
For some reason my Innova 3160 nor my Toque app with a panlong bluetooth ODB2 seems to be able to clear the MINI codes. (they say the do, but don't)
The weird thing is after doing all of my service (cam sensor, valve cover gasket, engine mount, and what I listed above) it ran OK (maybe a little hesitation), but well enough for the CEL to actually go away until about a week ago when it really started having trouble.
P0340 - Cam position Sensor (I replaced when I replaced the coil pack)
P0302 - Cylinder 2 Misfire
P2300 - Ignition Coil A (happened when I didn't have the coil pack plugged in after changing it)
P2303 - Ignition Coil B (Didn't have coil pack plugged in after changing it)
P1498 - No idea what this is MAP maybe?
For some reason my Innova 3160 nor my Toque app with a panlong bluetooth ODB2 seems to be able to clear the MINI codes. (they say the do, but don't)
The weird thing is after doing all of my service (cam sensor, valve cover gasket, engine mount, and what I listed above) it ran OK (maybe a little hesitation), but well enough for the CEL to actually go away until about a week ago when it really started having trouble.
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I have a 2005 MCS with about 68k miles on it. I bought it about 2 months ago and after owning it about 2 weeks, it seemed to develop a cold/cool start problem. If I let it sit any more than 30 minutes, it seems to struggle to start (even though it's warm), over night, it takes 3-4 tries to get it to start. When it fails to start, it rocks, misses, and struggles to get going. The weird thing is once I'm able to start it and it idles rough, simply giving it enough gas to go to 2k rpm makes all issues go away for the remainder it's running. Revving the car and immediately shutting it off before I leave it for a few hours seems to help, I'm thinking maybe Injectors?
About 3 weeks ago I swapped plugs, wires, and coil pack (it was rusted on #3), but it hasn't resolved the problem. I've tried fuel injector cleaner, STP complete system cleaner, and I have a bottle of seafoam to try next. I've also tried resetting the ECU. Any help is appreciated.
I recorded it on video, but the audio is a bit off sync. Normally I don't rev it this high to get the issue to go away, but it was struggling and it just picked up.
2005 r53 Mini Cooper S R53 Cold Start Problem - YouTube
About 3 weeks ago I swapped plugs, wires, and coil pack (it was rusted on #3), but it hasn't resolved the problem. I've tried fuel injector cleaner, STP complete system cleaner, and I have a bottle of seafoam to try next. I've also tried resetting the ECU. Any help is appreciated.
I recorded it on video, but the audio is a bit off sync. Normally I don't rev it this high to get the issue to go away, but it was struggling and it just picked up.
2005 r53 Mini Cooper S R53 Cold Start Problem - YouTube
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There are 2 failure modes. One is electronic/controller the other is mechanical. If the car revs to about 3000 rpm and stays there, it is limp home mode (electronic/controller/servo). If the car revs easily to almost redline (1st gear only, and also reverse). It is mechanical. Please read the attached to familiarize yourself with the CVT.
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I'm curious about this too. It doesn't make since that a warped head/bad gasket would all of a sudden fix itself as soon as the motor is revved up a little. Definitely sounds more like an electrical/sensor type issue.
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There are 2 failure modes. One is electronic/controller the other is mechanical. If the car revs to about 3000 rpm and stays there, it is limp home mode (electronic/controller/servo). If the car revs easily to almost redline (1st gear only, and also reverse). It is mechanical. Please read the attached to familiarize yourself with the CVT.
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I have a 2005 MCS with about 68k miles on it. I bought it about 2 months ago and after owning it about 2 weeks, it seemed to develop a cold/cool start problem. If I let it sit any more than 30 minutes, it seems to struggle to start (even though it's warm), over night, it takes 3-4 tries to get it to start. When it fails to start, it rocks, misses, and struggles to get going. The weird thing is once I'm able to start it and it idles rough, simply giving it enough gas to go to 2k rpm makes all issues go away for the remainder it's running. Revving the car and immediately shutting it off before I leave it for a few hours seems to help, I'm thinking maybe Injectors?
About 3 weeks ago I swapped plugs, wires, and coil pack (it was rusted on #3), but it hasn't resolved the problem. I've tried fuel injector cleaner, STP complete system cleaner, and I have a bottle of seafoam to try next. I've also tried resetting the ECU. Any help is appreciated.
I recorded it on video, but the audio is a bit off sync. Normally I don't rev it this high to get the issue to go away, but it was struggling and it just picked up.
2005 r53 Mini Cooper S R53 Cold Start Problem - YouTube
About 3 weeks ago I swapped plugs, wires, and coil pack (it was rusted on #3), but it hasn't resolved the problem. I've tried fuel injector cleaner, STP complete system cleaner, and I have a bottle of seafoam to try next. I've also tried resetting the ECU. Any help is appreciated.
I recorded it on video, but the audio is a bit off sync. Normally I don't rev it this high to get the issue to go away, but it was struggling and it just picked up.
2005 r53 Mini Cooper S R53 Cold Start Problem - YouTube
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I have a 2005 MCS with about 68k miles on it. I bought it about 2 months ago and after owning it about 2 weeks, it seemed to develop a cold/cool start problem. If I let it sit any more than 30 minutes, it seems to struggle to start (even though it's warm), over night, it takes 3-4 tries to get it to start. When it fails to start, it rocks, misses, and struggles to get going. The weird thing is once I'm able to start it and it idles rough, simply giving it enough gas to go to 2k rpm makes all issues go away for the remainder it's running. Revving the car and immediately shutting it off before I leave it for a few hours seems to help, I'm thinking maybe Injectors?
About 3 weeks ago I swapped plugs, wires, and coil pack (it was rusted on #3), but it hasn't resolved the problem. I've tried fuel injector cleaner, STP complete system cleaner, and I have a bottle of seafoam to try next. I've also tried resetting the ECU. Any help is appreciated.
I recorded it on video, but the audio is a bit off sync. Normally I don't rev it this high to get the issue to go away, but it was struggling and it just picked up.
2005 r53 Mini Cooper S R53 Cold Start Problem - YouTube
About 3 weeks ago I swapped plugs, wires, and coil pack (it was rusted on #3), but it hasn't resolved the problem. I've tried fuel injector cleaner, STP complete system cleaner, and I have a bottle of seafoam to try next. I've also tried resetting the ECU. Any help is appreciated.
I recorded it on video, but the audio is a bit off sync. Normally I don't rev it this high to get the issue to go away, but it was struggling and it just picked up.
2005 r53 Mini Cooper S R53 Cold Start Problem - YouTube
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I have a 2005 MCS with about 68k miles on it. I bought it about 2 months ago and after owning it about 2 weeks, it seemed to develop a cold/cool start problem. If I let it sit any more than 30 minutes, it seems to struggle to start (even though it's warm), over night, it takes 3-4 tries to get it to start. When it fails to start, it rocks, misses, and struggles to get going. The weird thing is once I'm able to start it and it idles rough, simply giving it enough gas to go to 2k rpm makes all issues go away for the remainder it's running. Revving the car and immediately shutting it off before I leave it for a few hours seems to help, I'm thinking maybe Injectors?
About 3 weeks ago I swapped plugs, wires, and coil pack (it was rusted on #3), but it hasn't resolved the problem. I've tried fuel injector cleaner, STP complete system cleaner, and I have a bottle of seafoam to try next. I've also tried resetting the ECU. Any help is appreciated.
I recorded it on video, but the audio is a bit off sync. Normally I don't rev it this high to get the issue to go away, but it was struggling and it just picked up.
2005 r53 Mini Cooper S R53 Cold Start Problem - YouTube
About 3 weeks ago I swapped plugs, wires, and coil pack (it was rusted on #3), but it hasn't resolved the problem. I've tried fuel injector cleaner, STP complete system cleaner, and I have a bottle of seafoam to try next. I've also tried resetting the ECU. Any help is appreciated.
I recorded it on video, but the audio is a bit off sync. Normally I don't rev it this high to get the issue to go away, but it was struggling and it just picked up.
2005 r53 Mini Cooper S R53 Cold Start Problem - YouTube
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