M/T - Shift Cable Rattling Noise
2002-2006 Mini Cooper (R50) L4-1.6L (W10) Page 156
SI M 25 01 04
Gear Shift Mechanism
August 2002-2006
Technical Service
SUBJECT
Rattling Noises from the Shift Cable Area
MODEL
Cooper R50 with the W10 engine and the 5-speed transmission produced from January through July 2003.
SITUATION
Certain Coopers manufactured within the listed dates may have shift cables that were not properly secured. There is insufficient clearance between
the heat shield and the shift cables.
CORRECTION
Secure the shift cables with a clamp and cable tie and ensure there is a sufficient gap between the heat shield and the cables.
PROCEDURE
Loosen screws (1). Remove the heat protection shield (2) for shift cables.
Position the clamp (1) approximately 10 cm (A) from the shift cable retainers (2) and in the direction of the engine compartment. Clip cables into
clamp.
2002-2006 Mini Cooper (R50) L4-1.6L (W10) Page 157
Place the tie wrap (2) around both shift cables (1) and in the position as shown, between the fixed cable retainers (3).
In area 1, ensure there is a gap of approximately 10 mm between the shift cables (2) and heat shield (3). Reshape the heat shield if necessary.
