Transmission issue on 2016 S
Created by: Tiger2
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Jul 1, 2017 07:12AM | Tiger2 | |
Jun 30, 2017 09:48AM | kenatminimania | Edited: Jun 30, 2017 01:38PM |
Jun 29, 2017 10:40AM | kymummer | |
Jun 29, 2017 07:08AM | Tiger2 |
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Thank you for the input. Our 2016 is a Gen 3, not 1. We intended to upgrade the shifter, so this is not masking the issue but making it more enjoyable to drive. That being said, the reverse issue may still persist if this is a cable issue as the dealer has said.
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Originally Posted by Tiger2
Hello, We have a 2016 Mini S hardtop with a 6 speed manual transmission. Since new, the shifter can pop into reverse or a state of what feels like neutral when downshifting from 3 to 2. We've had many manual transmissions, but never had one that is so sloppy in this regard. It can be a great danger when trying to make a pass or driving in a situation where you need the power immediately. The dealer says that all the cars are like this and so we are contacting Mini to resolve this issue. I am not sure if a short shift kit will change this issue. We would like to know if anyone else has has any issues with reverse. It is just the lightest touch to get into reverse. Thanks
I will guess the short shift will not make much difference. My recommendation is to correct the issue causing the problem - masking the symptom with another modification is not what we would recommend. The issue can be a linkage issue, or perhaps an internal issue with the transmission.... I would recommend that you continue to work with the dealer to correct this under warranty.
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The regular contributors to this Forum are almost exclusively "classic" mini owners and enthusiasts. You'll have better response on your question by posting on the forum at North American Motoring.
That being said, I've owned a BMW MINI and am still involved with a local club, and have not heard of the transmission problem you mention. My MINI, a 2010 gen2 (yours is a gen1), was a money pit, but the transmission was solid when I traded it.
Good luck!
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Hello, We have a 2016 Mini S hardtop with a 6 speed manual transmission. Since new, the shifter can pop into reverse or a state of what feels like neutral when downshifting from 3 to 2. We've had many manual transmissions, but never had one that is so sloppy in this regard. It can be a great danger when trying to make a pass or driving in a situation where you need the power immediately. The dealer says that all the cars are like this and so we are contacting Mini to resolve this issue. I am not sure if a short shift kit will change this issue. We would like to know if anyone else has has any issues with reverse. It is just the lightest touch to get into reverse. Thanks