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All MINI Cars

MINI Auto Repair Shop

Serving the greater San Francisco Peninsula including San Francisco, South San Francisco, & Daly City, CA

MINI Repair

Is your MINI giving you trouble? Don’t ignore the signs that something might be wrong. The team of expert mechanics at our shop focuses their talents on tackling the usual troubles that plague MINI vehicles, making sure your ride operates without a hitch, and keeps you safe on the road.

Transmission Troubles

Many people who own a MINI find that their car’s transmission isn’t working right. Issues can arise when trying to change gears; the car might pause, take a bit longer than it should, or make odd sounds, and sometimes the gear doesn’t stay put like it’s supposed to. Over time these issues might get worse and could even cause the whole transmission system to break down.

Problems With The Clutch

When the clutch on your MINI isn’t working right, it turns a simple drive into a tough task. If the pedal under your foot doesn’t feel the same as usual, if the gears aren’t staying put, or if you catch a whiff of something burning while you’re behind the wheel, these are signs that something’s not right. The marks on display suggest that parts of the clutch have either seen better days or taken some damage.

Power Steering Pump Failures

When you turn the wheel of your MINI and it feels hard to move or makes a whining sound there might be a problem with the power steering pump. A problem like this does more than just make driving less comfortable; it can also be a danger on the road. If the pump isn’t working right, you might find it tough to steer because you won’t have the help you normally do. Our experts can swap out the bad pump, clean everything up, and make sure your car steers easily and keeps doing it well.

Timing Chain Issues

If you hear a rattling or ticking sound coming from under the hood, it could mean there’s an issue with the timing chain. With MINIs, the timing chain might get stretched or start to wear out faster than expected. When it’s overlooked, this situation might cause big trouble for the engine, like messing up the valves and pistons. Our service offers exact swaps of timing chains with top-notch pieces, helping to stop problems before they start and ensuring your engine works together perfectly.

Water Pump and Thermostat Housing Leaks

Many MINI owners often find themselves dealing with coolant leaks. It’s common for these leaks to start at the water pump or where the thermostat is housed, which can cause the engine to overheat if it’s not taken care of. When you see the coolant isn’t as high as it should be, notice water spots on the ground where you parked, or watch the temperature gauge climb without reason. It’s a signal. Our experts are skilled in figuring out why there’s a leak they can swap out any parts that aren’t working right and top off the system that keeps the engine running cool to make sure it stays at the right temperature.