Comments on: MINIUSA Releases Service Bulletin for the Hood Rub Issue

By: trolxblo

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By: gualter pereira

gualter pereira — Mon, 13 Sep 2004 20:44:51 +0000

Anyone taken delivery of a convertible? My blue top is already wearing out within a week.

By: Jonathan Cammarata

Jonathan Cammarata — Fri, 26 Mar 2004 17:32:11 +0000

Has anyone seen/bought/tested the Mini Mania Cooper S Venturi Hood scoop?

By: gas2hi

gas2hi — Sat, 20 Mar 2004 07:53:44 +0000

Now if they would offer a “service recall on the sub par defective WINDSHIELDS..it would make a lot of owners happy..!!

By: drew

drew — Sun, 20 Jul 2003 17:09:34 +0000

I took my car in for 10,000 mile maintentance on Friday. I asked about service bulletins, particularly the paint rub issue under the hood. The service rep at Bill Jacobs told me that the fix was implemented at the time of manufacture (11/02). That kinda conflicts with what I've been reading here, but since I haven't seen any paint rubbing off under the hood, I wasn't going to raise a big deal about it. I think I'll consult with one of you who has the fix at the next get together.

By: Gabe

Gabe — Wed, 16 Jul 2003 23:43:22 +0000

Yes – I know people that have been battling that issue for over a year now. I'd recommend talking with your service rep at your local MINI dealer. MINI is aware of the issue.

By: Dave

Dave — Wed, 16 Jul 2003 23:41:06 +0000

Gabe, By the way have you heard anything about the brown antifreeze issue?? Thanks

By: Dave

Dave — Wed, 16 Jul 2003 23:39:26 +0000

Gabe, I have this problem on my '03 MCS (October '02 Build). Thanks

By: Frank

Frank — Thu, 10 Jul 2003 18:24:35 +0000

Although I haven't seen this problem developing in our '02 Cooper CVT (August '02 build), I would be interested to find out whether this latest TSB also applies to a specific VIN or build date range?

Terrific job Gabe. This is the reason why I keep coming back to this site and buying more MINIs ;).

By: Rob

Rob — Thu, 10 Jul 2003 05:36:25 +0000

Yay! Gabe, this is why your website is on my fave list, and I visit quite often. Your MINI info is the best. I'm glad you caught this little problem with you cell-pics! I'm really impressed with MINI getting on the stick so fast, as well. Well done, oh good and faithful son.

 BCNU,

Rob in Dago

By: Gabe

Gabe — Wed, 09 Jul 2003 06:12:35 +0000

No and Yes. I don't have the actual number of the bulletin but all an advisor has to do is turn on their computer and check for new bulletins - it's there. It was confirmed to me by a MINIUSA source and a local MINI service advisor.

Yes it should be implemented automatically when you bring your car in for service. However I recommend asking about the bulletin directly. I'm still not clear what build dates this problem is associated with. I'm awaiting word on that.

By: drew

drew — Wed, 09 Jul 2003 04:07:38 +0000

MINIUSA engineers should ask Gabe for advice in designing future MINI incarnations. :) Seriously, Gabe, do you know the service bulletin number to reference when talking to our MINI service department? Also, do you know whether applicable service bulletins are implemented automatically at the regular servicing?

By: Scott

Scott — Tue, 08 Jul 2003 16:22:39 +0000

Score another victory for Bridger.us/mini.

By: Ron

Ron — Tue, 08 Jul 2003 15:04:27 +0000

Keep us posted on its application to the “S” and great job Gabe…Making a difference one MINI at a time!

By: Gabe

Gabe — Mon, 07 Jul 2003 23:30:03 +0000

I would imagine since there were reports of this happening to both the MCS and the MC that they both suffer this issue. I know for certain it affects the MC and should know by tomorrow about the MCS.

By: antsmini

antsmini — Mon, 07 Jul 2003 23:24:25 +0000

Does this only apply to the Cooper “S”?

By: Gabe

Gabe — Mon, 07 Jul 2003 22:47:57 +0000

Yes – contact your MINI service advisor to see if this bulliten applies to your car.

By: Matt

Matt — Mon, 07 Jul 2003 22:45:04 +0000

Does this mean that they're taking appointments for installation of the shields?

By: Steve

Steve — Mon, 07 Jul 2003 22:22:22 +0000

It is nice to know that MINI is reading these websites and correcting issues and problems…