How To Look After A MINI N14 Engine
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- čas přidán 26. 04. 2020
- How To Look After A MINI N14 Engine
This video outlines everything you need to know about how to maintain and minimise common issues that come from the 'Prince' N14 Engine found in MINIs, Peugeot, Citroën and BMW from a MINI owner with over 100,000 miles on the clock.
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Just bought my R58 JCW in November and starting having little issue. this video helping me a lot in my journey. thank you
If you need any advice - reach out
Hi there I have just brought my 1st mini r56 08 plate it’s only done 91 thousand one lady owner still like new they have spent on it over the last year 12 thousand pound all the stuff done by mini got so much history and receipts wow I said that’s the one for me ‘ ok down to me feeling like poo after I have brought this because of listening to the people on here they condemned this N 14 engine ‘ gutted I felt 😢 I have had Vw for 35 year .I still have one now ! But wanted one of theses for some time the John cooper works one mine is really love it 😊 drives amazing performance ace 👍’ But now watching your channel as made me won’t to keep it now and put me at ease over this engine so very happy now .I have seen you do your speech I thank you 😊 so all my new parts I have got to put on I am very much looking forward to putting them on .now looking forward to years of owning my mini ! Ps I don’t live far from lohan so will be giving them a visit thanks again 😊
That made my day. Look after it and it will look after you - Enjoy the MINI Adventure
I appreciate the tips, but I think one of the best that you mentioned is valid for all engines. Is to let an engine warm up before thrashing it. I am loving my mini with an N14 also and like the vids you are doing. I also just wanted to drop a comment for the algorythm
I tried to cover the basis of everything then be more specific to the N14 as simple stuff is often over looked
@@Jcwadventures it certainly is, as you say the N14 gets a bad rap but it isn't so bad if you keep up with general mainenance. I am for sure going to replace the fuel filter soon and and get a walnut blast to get the performance back up to standard
@@Jibbersad Walnu blast makes a massive difference and fuel filter is overlooked massively
Most people just don’t know how to treat a turbo engine car. Letting it warm up and cool down is pretty important!!
Jets Mini I had to mention it when I was doing the overview! Hurts my heart when people don’t do the basics on looking after an engine. I guess my dad passed on the knowledge when had to put the heater on to vent engine heat after long motorway drives in his e30 bmw back in the days
JPeezus lol
@@Jcwadventuresnew to the Mini. Is the 2011 year anniversary good year? Engine has 170,000 miles on it. Mostly driven by women.
@@LastTrump7 Cooking will be an issue along with checking when the chain has been done?
Excellent video mate. I've owned a 2013 Mini JCW R58 for 7 years, which has done 67k miles. I had it decoked, timing chain, clutch and fuel pump replaced, and it's like a new engine. Thanks for the tips, I'll be looking out for your videos. Don 👍
Thanks for the compliments. More videoes will becoming on R56 generation - Please share and subscribe all the support is appreciated
Expect the water pump, thermostat, or crossover pipe to go pretty soon
Everything break eventually given plastics brittle
Great advice! I literally just bought my first mini, A 09 JCW. I was toying with this or a scirrocco/TT. head said VW heart said JCW. The heart won!!!
Halim Matin Glad it has helped as that was the idea of the video to help new or current MINI owners.
@@Jcwadventures I heard your from Brum, so am I. Is there anywhere local you can recommend that can service/repair these cars???
@@halimmatin I have the extended warranty on my MINI so it goes to Rybrook dealers for warranty work otherwise it's Lohen a MINI specialist based in Staffordshire
Just sold my mk2 tts had to down grade a little so I got 08 factory jcw Deffo more fun to drive than the tts corners alot better tts looks like a sports car but it isn't really was surprised how a 1.6 turbo mini could pull so much longer geared than the tts different kind of power.tts had a better 1st gear pull mini a little disappointing 1st gear but thts cos its front wheel drive but yeh surprised how well it pulls
Cheers for the video! I change my oil with 5w40 C3. Have done for 30k miles, but I change every 5k as it’s been tuned at Lohen 😁
No problem. Keep those regular oil changes up and you will be golden
10W60.
Having a Look at the internals of the N14 I would do oil every 5000 miles. They wear out pretty quick if not. All filters need changing at the same time. I would also run Engine care with the fuel once every 5000 as well. They are a high maintenance engine.
Yeah It is a high maintenance engine
Many thanks for the info. 👍
No problem 👍
Thanks for the advice! I sold my VW and now on the hunt for a Cooper S. I’m thinking to buy a Cooper S with the N14 engine or the N18. 👍
Depends on your budget if I am honest and never be set on buying one until you have driven a few. If you need some help on buying one drop me an email off my website on my about me page - jcwadventures.com I am happy to look at some cars if you send me the links to give my opinion on them
@@Jcwadventuresnew to Minis. What about a 2011 it has 170,000 miles on it. Owners both were women. This engine still got some years left?
Thank you!
@@PICADALOL No worries - Thank You
My R56 N14, changes oil by itself lol, just have to top it up. Changed valve seals, same.
Sometimes the half engine light comes up for 2 or 3 days max, and then it dissapears for a week or 2, sometimes more.
Mechanics dont have a clue.
@@hugovalter471 ahhh yes the great oil consumption. Its annoying as hell
Why 0-30 oil, rather than 5-30, as they recommend - thank you really appreciate it.
I use 0-30w as I track mine. I also want the oil to reach where it needs to be quickly in winter or cold, as that's where most engine wear happens. I am in the UK, so we have really mild weather, but again, your choice should be made based on the climate where you are.
The best way to preserve this engine is to use a 10w60 lubricant, since 0w30s are responsible for all the problems related to lubrication. furthermore, decanters must be installed on the engine vents and it would be wise to install 200-cell downpipes given that the original catalyst is a cap
Very dependent on climate with oil
Choice. Catch cans only slow down the coking problem as it will happen either way. 200 cell downpipe isn't really cost effective given its an additional expense.
@@Jcwadventures I know that by doing this my Cooper S which now has full exhaust and has 230hp has 202,000 kilometers and the engine runs as smooth as oil. I have been using 10w60 since it was new and I change it every 15,000 kilometers by flushing and using Liqui Moly Ceratec anti-friction additive
@stefanonovali5147 I only just starting Ceratec - i will be doing a video on that soon..
I'm looking at an r56 Cooper s tomorrow, what's your best advice on things to ask the trader/dealer? This one has done 86k miles
Is it on the original chain and tensioner? When was the last service and what oil was used? Tell them not start it before you arrive as you want to hear it cold start
I drive an average of 200 miles in 3 weeks. How often should I change the oil on my non turbo?
James Cook Given your low mileage I would change the oil & filter every year to keep running smooth as the vanos/variable value timing is still there on Cooper & One.
Just one little thing I have read in Mini forums. They said to keep your mini above 2000 rpms when driving around town. Bit hard for Automatic Minis though. Which should also help with carbon buildup. Interesting to know what others think. Something Ive been doing since I bought my 2012 JCW (Has the n14).
Italian tune-ups help. A redline a day keeps the carbon away
@@Jcwadventures not true at all. The N14 is direct injection. An “Italian tune up” just pushes more oil vapor gases through your PCV which actually coats your valves and carbon build up happens! You need dual catch catch on these N14s. Only one on N18s.
@@maxboya Opening up the throttle will keep the car fine and running better in the long run as the N14 hates town driving. Catch can only slows the process - doesn't eliminate it
@@Jcwadventures of course I agree cars especially minis should be opened up but I guarantee you the catch can stops a lot of blow by. I run duals and I just rebuilt the entire engine top to bottom. All brand new 16 valves. ARP head studs. After 17,000 miles my valves still look BRAND new on the intake side. Zero carbon even down the runners you can still see the metal shine from when the top end was professionally chem cleaned.
I don’t have MUCH blow by. I’m on it once in awhile. My turbo side fills up halfway every 2-3 oil changes. I change the oil every 2,000-2,500 miles cause I let the car get to around 100 degrees for both water and oil before taking off. I always do a cool down run before coming home. So I never get high temperature oil vapors. Everything on the PCV integrated in the valve cover is designs to dump into either the throttle body/ intake manifold canister that coats the throttle body flap and valves. Then you got the charge pipe with the PCV dumping right into the inlet turbine. Sending oil vapors all through the hot side through intercooler to cool side coating the sensor then right into intake all again.
The cars emission and PCV system is designed to EAT oil vapors and blow by. I don’t have much since down to the journal bearings and piston rings are even new. I screwed up by not getting forged pistons but the cars an automatic anyways so no point in forged and bigger power. I did the head studs just as a reinforcement since with high temperatures in Texas I didn’t want to risk the head lifting with the factory studs. But I went overboard and was anal about it.
Trust me. This is my 3rd N14. The first one destroyed the short block but I picked it up and it was neglected. Manual. Second was a manual and I did everything do it. Starved it on oil doing auto cross. Manual as well.
Now I just daily this southern 07’ MCS with the Automatic. Fully loaded except heated seats. Navigation is a much better looking speedometer IMO. Car is just as fun as a manual. Little quicker since i don’t need to let off to shift! Fun weekend car.
what is your oil consumption. and what is the acceptable limit of oil consumption in your opinion
Nikola Hristov Mine is running at around quarter to half a litre every 1000 miles. If it get to an litre then it’s something you need to get fixed. What’s yours running at?
What product or procedure do you use to decoke the valves?
Walnut blasting into the intake ports
Hi I own a Mini Cooper S r56 (n14) (Mayfair) mileage 63000 I have to replace the clutch. So I’m thinking to do an upgrade any suggestions on which Kit/Brand to use?
Are you upping the power or staying stock?
I’ve upgraded the spark plugs & ignition coils. Upgraded the Intercooler to a Wagner Intercooler & ikon hot & cold pipes. Upgraded the air filter to a K&N Filter. I have changed the brake pads to Red Stuff EBC. I’m going to change the Petrol Filter. All the research I’ve done suggest that the oem clutch is too small???
@@cavellbrowne1158 I did a full outlay in an article I wrote - jcwadventures.com/2020/06/24/mini-2nd-gen-tuning-guide-the-best-mods-for-the-r56/ - This will help you with the right mods and your clutch as well
Do you have an Ultragauge installed on the dash?
I don't but I have heard good things. I have the OEM auxiliary gauges so boost/engine performance and water temp only which allows to see how she running enough for me personally. I have OBD reader in the car at all times anyway for any fault codes.
I use 0w40 European blend & change it every 3k miles
JPeezus Depends on your locations and variations in temperatures so i know why so people run different oil rates. What works best for you and do regular changes 👍🏽
There will be 0 to 60 run at some point at stock and when I add in a LSD
Is this advice also applicable to the ds4 with the 1.6thp 200 bhp?
Yes it would be
@@Jcwadventures many thanks good video very helpful alot of bad press about these engines but I am a firm believer in good maintenance any engine can last so thank you
@@DavidBrown-zn7rq It does get a bad reputation but it needs maintenance & preventive stuff done. Mine is still going strong
Well I live in Florida my choice of oil is 5w-30.
Your hotter climate 5w-30 would work
So 226° Farenheit is actually normal? I use an obd reader and my phone to monitor temps and I see anywhere from 206-230 and I get stressed if it’s anything above 230 haha
I have the official OEM guahes on mine and it reads 108 degrees but when hard it drops to 90 degrees
@@Jcwadventures 102, 105 degrees on city driving.
When I Driving hard on countryside roads, goes down to 95 to 88 degrees.
5w30 and 0w30 are both recommended by mini dealers in the uk and there is not a great deal of difference anyhow unless u get Down to -30 to -35
0w30 flows faster than 5w30 in any weather temperature. Hence why i used 0w30 as i do track mine but i get 5w30 is more readily available and cheaper to buy.
@@Jcwadventures both oils at running temp have the same viscosity…the 0w30 is a little bit thinner at low temperatures and tracking your car occasionally has nothing to do with the 0w spec of your oil once it’s warmed thru
All these problems make a K20 engine swap worth it.
I have seen people start doing K swaps on R series both 1st and 2nd gen. It will be cool to drive one as I now own a EP3 Type R with a K20
How much oil does your use between oil changes?
Probably around 5 litres. She is starting to burn around 750 ml every 1,000 miles
@@Jcwadventures my n12 is same, mine is more closer to liter on 1000 miles. I replaced PCV membrane on top of valvecover. Though I read that to repair PCV in full you have to replace whole valve cover since other membranes are inside valve cover. That oil burning drives my crazy. Can't go ob some trip without few quarts of oil in trunk.
@@wellwh0 I did my European of 2600 miles from the UK to Italy with 4 litres of oil in the boot. Forte Seal Conditioner might be your final hail mary to get stop burning as I have heard good things but it might be stop it for a while...
@@Jcwadventures I will give it shot. Though I am never sure about additives, since many manufacturers tell to not add them. Thanks
@@wellwh0 I regularly add fuel system cleaner every two years to my JCW and does wonders - Redex Fuel Cleaner. I know it's totally different issue but the forte has worked for a lot of BMW engines
Make sure oil and water are at temperature before you floor it. The N14 engine use 1ml oil every mile pretty greedy engine but as long you maintain it and let the engine cool down before turn it straight off, give it at least 4 mins before turn engine off this cool turbo down and let oil do it job.
I always let mine cool down after a run and don't drive above 2,000 rpm till after at least it reaches operating temps
If you literally have to be more worried about keeping the engine alive than to enjoy the drive most of the time then it’s a pretty stupid engine. I own an R53 JCW and I love that engine I would never step into an R56 because the N14 engine is garbage. The firdt gem Supercharged engine was built simple and strong and it had port injection none of this Direct injection trash. Mines at 200 000 KM now and still running strong.
150,000 plus miles on mine now. It's an engine that needs to be looked after
only thing id say is to not do 10k oil changes. keep it to 3500 youll be safer and happier
I would only advise 5k oil changes on tuned MINIs as normal road car is not pushing that much stress or useage. I do 400 miles as week so 3500 would be only change every 9 weeks (2 and half months)
@@Jcwadventures i personally dont trust anything enough to go past 5k mile oil changes, and maybe its different across the pond but her in California theres no way anyone in my mini groups would follow 10k idk
@keeyajavan The level of heat is way different here in the UK. Plus your fuel isnt the greatest.
@@Jcwadventures well thats true you got me there
Mini n14 has self changing oil . Just keep it full . My car has 150,000 miles on it . I run Chevron Delo 15-40 diesel oil . These cars use oil . It’s from crappy valve seals .
Very true
Whole video he sitting there without showing what is N14 engine ? 🤥
There would be no added value to that plus I made a whole separate video on the variations of MINI engines
@@Jcwadventureswhat engine does a 2011 mini have? Mind has 170,000 miles on it. All I know it has the engine that came in it.