Hi guys,

Not sure if this has been covered before. I did go back through a lot of the threads but I can't see it listed (apologies if it has been discussed!)

I've driven an '02 justa for the last 5 years. I've now moved on to an '08 MCSa and I've noticed that the '08 has a LOT more play in the steering. Even when I push the sport button it seems to have a lot of play. I test drove an '09 MCSa and didn't notice as much play(especially in sport mode, the steering was really tight)

Am I just not used to the new car? Or do you think there could be an issue. It's still under warranty, do you think MINI would take a look at it and not charge me? I've never had a car with a warranty before so I'm not really sure how that works.....sorry!!!!!

Cheers!

 

IMO - there should be NO play.

 

I've recently read about a possibly contributor to your problem. Check out the Front Control Arm Bushings. Notorious for going bad, or soft. Easier mod on the 2nd Gen's. Should be covered under waranty - but, from all I've read, warranty coverage seems to be individualized on a per-dealer basis

 

There should be no play. Sport mode should be quite tight, in fact.

 

I'd take it in.

Contact Southbay MINI they have been good to me about getting stuff covered.

 

Thanks. I'll definitely get them to check the front control arm bushings