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Report: Electric Power Steering Pump May Fail

Mini Cooper S Problem
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Model Years Affected: 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007

Average Mileage: 59,096 mi (34,000 mi - 80,000 mi)

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Minis have an electric power steering pump that is prone to failure. When replacing the pump, our technicians advise inspecting the cooling fan because it is often the cause of the failure of the pump.

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  • Report #1
    Visitor, 2003 Mini Cooper S, 79,000 mi

    Power sterring pump stopped working. Steering became very stiff. Replaced by dealership

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  • Report #2
    Visitor, 2003 Mini Cooper S, 80,000 mi

    Power steering was going in and out for awhile. Then it completely went out draining my battery when I shut the car off because the fan would stay on.

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  • Report #3
    Visitor, 2004 Mini Cooper S, 60,000 mi

    Failed power steering pump. Replace with rebuilt.

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  • Report #4
    pilleway, 2005 Mini Cooper S, 43,000 mi
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    Started to get stiff when cold started, then the pump stay on after key off and drain battery, replaced with original Mini Electric Power Steering Pump.

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  • Report #5
    xflip227x, 2003 Mini Cooper S
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    Power steering pump completely went on me. Going to replace it with a refurb/rebuilt this spring...

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  • Report #6
    Visitor, 2003 Mini Cooper S, 56,900 mi
  • Report #7
    Buick LaCrosse Owner, 2005 Mini Cooper S, 34,000 mi
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    Pump was making a whining noise that would change pitch when the steering wheel was turned. Replaced pump. Would be interested to know more about the above comment on WHY the engine cooling fan may be a contributing factor to this pump failing?

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  • Report #8
    Visitor, 2006 Mini Cooper S, 60,000 mi

    Power steering pump would not cut off and drained electrcial system. Pump was replaced.

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  • Report #9
    Visitor, 2004 Mini Cooper S, 59,875 mi

    Mine happened when I replaced the battery, the electric locks stopped working and power steering, replaced one fuse for the
    locks, now it opens the doors but will not lock.

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