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Stock Problems/IssuesDiscussions related to warranty related issues and repairs, or other problems with the OEM parts and software for MINI Cooper (R50), Cabrio (R52), and Cooper S (R53) MINIs.
Yes, yes, and yes... this happened while driving.. it started smelling like something was burning while I was at Lowes, I parked it got a ride home and came back and drove it home at night(no ac needed). I checked out the car and found a bad ac coil, once I had it off I noticed oil behind the pulley so since I was there... that's how I found these item...thank you lord... now I ordered parts from every NON EBAY source...(sorry but I don't by driveline parts from ebay!)
It may cost me more, but what price can you put on peace of mind
I think the AC coil going bad caused this to fell. When it went bad it would stop the belt from moving.
Change the o-ring for the crank position sensor.
With your miles, unless the front and back crank seals have been replaced I would do them too.
If your clutch/flywheel of unknown driving style of PO has more than 50k I would change that too.
Check closely other pulleys including the belt tensioner and idler wheel, and ribbed belt, assuming you have a S. Most would recommend you replace the belt tensioner since you have the engine out.
There are others but I am not qualify to suggest as my experience is limited to my Mini with 43k that I own and service since new.
With your miles, unless the front and back crank seals have been replaced I would do them too.
If your clutch/flywheel of unknown driving style of PO has more than 50k I would change that too.
Check closely other pulleys including the belt tensioner and idler wheel, and ribbed belt, assuming you have a S. Most would recommend you replace the belt tensioner since you have the engine out.
There are others but I am not qualify to suggest as my experience is limited to my Mini with 43k that I own and service since new.
Thanks for the information.. I will check it when I make it back from the Motor City