New to the site, so please go easy on me - hope ive posted in right section.
Our 2007 Mini One R56 (1400 N12 engine) has developed an engine rattle - from timing chain area. Its a high mileage car - 111k- but has full dealer history until we got it approx 8mths ago.
I've read multiple post about this death rattle problem with Cooper S, but was hoping somebody could advise if it is a problem with the N12 engine. From what I can see the engine is almost identical set up to the larger 1600 N14 engine.
I intend to take a look at tensioner, but reckon its probably going to need full chain kit with guides. I've spoken to dealer who said no record of the tensioner having been changed on our car. Was there a modified tensioner for this model?
Any pointers greatly appreciated. All posts i've research seem to refer to MCS.
Our 2007 Mini One R56 (1400 N12 engine) has developed an engine rattle - from timing chain area. Its a high mileage car - 111k- but has full dealer history until we got it approx 8mths ago.
I've read multiple post about this death rattle problem with Cooper S, but was hoping somebody could advise if it is a problem with the N12 engine. From what I can see the engine is almost identical set up to the larger 1600 N14 engine.
I intend to take a look at tensioner, but reckon its probably going to need full chain kit with guides. I've spoken to dealer who said no record of the tensioner having been changed on our car. Was there a modified tensioner for this model?
Any pointers greatly appreciated. All posts i've research seem to refer to MCS.