2nd Gen R56 Cooper S Most liked posts in thread: What is strange sound (like tractor) can be heard inside of the car

  1. jiminni

    jiminni Well-Known Member

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    #2 jiminni, Mar 22, 2014
    That's not good :frown2: That is the dreaded death rattle. Your chain tensioner is most likely in pieces. Did you buy new? There is a recall for that. Need to call the dealer near you soon! Also, you posted in the wrong forum, you need to post in the 2nd gen thread. Hope it works out for you :Thumbsup:
     
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    theateist New Member

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    #3 theateist, Mar 22, 2014
    Are you talking about Timing Chain Tensioner?
    It's not new. It's 2009. I bought it from private person. Why it happens on cold engine? Why I don't hear it on warm engine? How much it costs to fix it?
     
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    jiminni Well-Known Member

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    #4 jiminni, Mar 22, 2014
    I was asking if you bought it new. Yes the timing chain tensioner. It's an expensive repair, that's why you need to check with the dealer to see if it's been replaced under warranty. Any dealer should know. We had an 09 MCS, it was replaced under warranty. Almost positive they extended that warranty, call them.
     
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    rkw Well-Known Member

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    #6 rkw, Mar 23, 2014
    Check with the dealer anyway. Manufacturer warranties apply to the car, not the owner. You do not have to be the original owner.
     
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    #7 INIMINI, Mar 23, 2014
    Check for recalls with the dealership.
     
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    theateist New Member

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    #8 theateist, Mar 23, 2014
    I called MINI today and they are not working today. My question is general: if it was replaced so for how long I have the warranty?

    I noticed today the oil pressure indicator was on. I checked the oil and there is oil. Have any ideas?
     
  8. ScottinBend

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    #9 ScottinBend, Mar 23, 2014
    STOP DRIVING IT!!!

    Get in touch with a dealer and see if the tensioner was replaced, if not it should still be under warranty.
     
  9. theateist

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    #10 theateist, Mar 23, 2014
    I know, I stopped driving. I just want to know what can be the reason? Is there connection between timing chain tensioner and oil pressure?
     
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    #11 Nathan, Mar 23, 2014
    Yep, it there is no pressure the tensioner will not expand and keep the chain tight.
     
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    #12 minirab, Mar 24, 2014
    Yes, not enough oil in the motor.