Change Car Shock Absorbers Mini Clubman
Change Car Shock Absorbers
| Estimated time | 2h30–4h00 |
|---|---|
| Estimated labour cost | ~250–400£ |
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Vehicles |
Clubman 2007-2015 16
Clubman 2015-2024 9
|
| Renew both front shock absorbers | 2h30–4h00 |
| Renew both rear shock absorbers | 1h30–2h00 |
What is the function of Mini Clubman shock absorbers?
The shock absorber controls the relative movement between the wheel and the vehicle body. This control is essential for good road holding, preventing loss of grip between the tyres and the road surface, and ensuring passenger comfort.
When should you change the Mini Clubman shock absorbers?
Shock absorber wear is gradual. Warning symptoms include: vehicle sensitive to crosswinds, increased braking distance, difficulty maintaining trajectory in curves, vehicle bouncing excessively over bumps, uneven tyre wear. Replace between 80,000 and 150,000 km. Always replace in pairs.
Is it difficult to change Mini Clubman shock absorbers?
Difficulty level 2/5: technically easy but requires specific tools (spring compressors for McPherson struts, torque wrench). A wheel alignment is recommended after the work.
2 models covered
| Model | Year Range | Engines covered | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clubman 2007-2015 | 2007-2015 | Cooper D Diesel (N47C16A), Cooper D Diesel (N47C20A), Cooper D Diesel (W16D16 (9HZ)), Cooper Petrol (N12B16A), Cooper Petrol (N16B16A), Cooper S Petrol (N14B16A), Cooper S Petrol (N14B16A), Cooper S Petrol (N18B16A), Cooper S Petrol (N18B16A), Cooper S Petrol (N18B16A), Cooper S… | Diesel, Petrol |
| Clubman 2015-2024 | 2015-2024 | Cooper D Diesel (B47C20A), Cooper D Diesel (B47C20B), Cooper Petrol (B38A15A), Cooper S JCW tuning kit Petrol (B48A20A), Cooper S Petrol (B48A20A), Cooper S Petrol (B48A20A), Cooper S Petrol (B48A20F), Cooper S Petrol (B48A20F), Cooper SD Diesel (B47C20A), Cooper SD Diesel (B47C… | Diesel, Petrol |